Old Mr. Quintin wasn’t his usual gentle self today; a hint of sternness marked his

features as he spoke, “No need for that. Just be good to Estelle.”

Jonathan, taken aback, struggled to recall a moment when he had ever

neglected Estelle.

Beside him, Old Mr. Jarvis chimed in, “You old coot, when your grandson-in-law

offers you a toast, you should grab the glass, not put on airs!”

Old Mr. Quintin shot him a glare, “Then why don’t you take it and drink it

yourself!”

Geoffrey stood up, “If Jonathan has fallen short in the past, I’ll apologize to Old

Mr. Quintin on his behalf. Or perhaps, should I personally offer you a toast?”

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Estelle approached Old Mr. Quintin, tugging at his sleeve.

In a tempered voice, Old Mr. Quintin said, “Your grandpa’s not here in J City, but

as long as I am, even though I’m getting on in years, I can still watch over you. If

anyone gives you grief, they’ll have me to answer to!”

Jonathan, accustomed to respect and authority, had never been dressed down

like this, not even by Geoffrey. Yet, he didn’t show a trace of irritation and

retained his composure, speaking gently,

for Ella’s well-being more than anyone

called out

his features softening.

stubborn

well, I’ll

warm smile, “Thank

goodbyes to the elders and

Jonathan away.

the banquet hall, Estelle

you earlier. I didn’t expect him to call

I’m actually happy!” Jonathan

glad that before I came into your

who cherished you!”

“Yes, he

just like Grandpa.”

J City? I can arrange a place for

Jonathan offered.

stay a couple of days,”

but decades of friendship won’t be affected

that.”

paused, then turned to Jonathan, “When

for a few days. My work

have some time

nodded, “I’ll come with

not a holiday, and you have things

the company. I’ll be

frowned, “We’ve just reunited,

his waist, “I’ll stay for

stroked her face gently, “We’ll talk about

“Mm-hm,” Estelle nodded lightly.

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