In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 241 It Would Be Great If We Weren’t Family

Without hesitation, Benjamin replied, “I only want her.”

Feeling frustrated, Grace declined, “Mr. Hawkins, this might not be appropriate.”

Benjamin’s expression grew serious, the displeasure evident on his face. But he couldn’t forcefully insist in front of so many people, so Geraldine eventually led him away.

After they left, Elizabeth hurried over to Grace and asked, “Are you okay, Grace?”

Grace returned to her senses. Shaking her head, she said, “I’m fine, Grandma. Are you feeling

better?”

“I’m fine, just the usual…”

came downstairs, holding the ear of a boy covered in paint. They were

paintbrushes, and his tearful face was distressed as Ava led him

idiot, look at the mess you’ve

boy burst into tears, his cries echoing through the

looked displeased and scolded coldly,

that she would make Benjamin look so disheveled instead of Grace. If Benjamin found

she quickly took the initiative to apologize. “Mom, the child didn’t know any better. We didn’t expect that Benjamin would get covered in paint. Please ask him not to blame the child. I’ve already

expression remained grim. She ignored Ava and pulled Grace, saying, “Let’s go,

subtle sense of unease crept

were left in the room after the household

left.

began to undo his coat. The next moment, Geraldine rushed forward and said, “Benjamin, let

hint of passion

you don’t need to bother. Could

met Benjamin’s deep eyes. The emotions she had suppressed for so many years