Chapter 308

“Grandpa, how are you feeling these days? Let me know if something doesn’t feel right.”

Jasper knelt on one knee by Newton’s wheelchair and glanced up at his grandfather. His eyes were clear, bright, and reminiscent of his teenage years.

He further suggested, “Why don’t you move back to Seaview Manor? That way, Mrs. Rosie and I can better look after you.”

“Why would I? Your dad and his wretched wife will only shave years off my life!”

The thought of Sophia gave Newton a headache. He let out an exasperated sigh. “I have sworn not to move back until Javier divorces that woman. I’m fine here. The secret to longevity is to keep them out of sight anyway!”

Jasper flashed a bitter smile. He felt helpless in front of his stubborn grandfather.

“This villa was home to Mr. Newton and Madam Doris. He’s unwilling to leave because it feels and reminds him of Madam Doris,” the thoughtful Ben explained with a smile.

“Ben, I am increasingly senile, I think. Sometimes, I am delusional.”

Newton turned around and stared at the backyard in a daze. “I once saw Doris singing and tending to the

flowers in the backyard. She even smiled at me when I walked up to her.”

not senile. Madam Doris must have sensed your deep longing for her.

leave and chooses to stay by your side,” Ben comforted

a lump in his throat and hung his head

loyal relationship. Hence, he had an obsession with

early in their relationship. They were incompatible and did not

talk about. Most of the time, he was

astray by his desperation to be loved and his fear of losing everything he worked for. In the end, not

I’ve been.”

fluttered as

sympathy for his prideful grandson, now riddled with shame and guilt. He sighed and patted Jasper on

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difference between us-I was luckier than you in that I fell in love with the right woman. Anyway, I’m glad you have

“Grandpa, I …”

I shouldn’t have forced you to marry Alice. Nothing good comes from force. From now on, you and Alice should

place, forcing her to be with a man who

show me a list of bachelors who are a good match for Alice. Since I have too much time on my hands, I’ll bring her on blind dates when she’s free.

want to see her love life on pause after the divorce.

Sure, Mr. Newton,” Ben responded, seemingly amused and

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