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,

fear for Ella’s well-being more than anyone

Estelle called out

Mr. Quintin looked at her, his features softening. Finally,

hand, “I’m not some stubborn

I’ll see

warm smile,

Estelle said her goodbyes to the elders and

Jonathan away.

hall, Estelle let out a sigh

with you earlier. I didn’t expect

happy!” Jonathan said, holding Estelle’s

that before I came into your life,

who cherished you!”

soft smile, “Yes, he has always been

just like Grandpa.”

Grandpa planning to settle in J City? I can

Jonathan offered.

stay a couple of days,” Estelle replied.

They might always quarrel, but decades of friendship won’t be

that.”

then turned to Jonathan, “When Grandpa leaves, I’m thinking

with him for a few days. My work with the crew

have some

nodded, “I’ll

not

at the company. I’ll be back

“We’ve just reunited, and now we’re separating

stay for a

face gently, “We’ll talk about it

“Mm-hm,” Estelle nodded lightly.

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