Leave Me Alone, Mr Shaffer by Diana Tenny

Chapter 175

Poppy held onto both Isabella and Gordon, growing more fond of them by

the moment. “When are you two getting married?”

Isabella was taken aback by the older woman’s question. Her expression

instantly stiffened, and she turned towards Gordon, signaling him to clarify

quickly.

However, Gordon was unwilling to explain. Knowing Isabella’s temperament,

he didn’t want to strain their relationship. “Grandma, I’m only 24. Why rush into

marriage?”

With a warm smile, Poppy said to several wealthy ladies, “This young man is

in no hurry at all.”

Realizing that they didn’t recognize Isabella, the ladies understood that she

might not come from an affluent family. Looking at Ariel’s expression, they

also knew what to do.

They changed the topic, diverting Poppy’s attention from the subject of

marriage. However, she still held onto Isabella’s hand and didn’t let her go.

Modestly, Isabella presented a bracelet she had prepared. “I don’t know what

your preferences are. I apologize if this gift isn’t good enough.”

Poppy, who came from a humble background, was very down-to-earth.

When she saw Isabella’s gift, she smiled with appreciation. “You’re really

considerate. Gordon is lucky to have you.”

Isabella forced a laugh, feeling nervous. She could only let Poppy hold her

hand.

Several ladies followed Poppy’s lead, taking turns to praise Isabella, and the

the room became pleasant.

would take her out and introduce

in a dilemma, a servant

to answer and heard the

Mr. Dunkstein asks for you and

hear anything else, but being sensitive, she

‘Mr. Shaffer.’

hearing the name, and he

didn’t understand

his mother. “Mom, you

Grandma.”

him and then leaned down to whisper to Poppy, “Mom,

arrived. Xavier is

words ‘important guest,’ didn’t

hand. “Go down now. Don’t keep your father

saying this, she still held onto

slightly. He turned

Isabella, “Wait

crouching for so long, Isabella forced

that, Gordon followed his mother

and a few

they continued talking

‘Mr. Shaffer’

it was Seth, she couldn’t help

with Poppy, she

a temper. Dear, you must be patient with

tone of talking to

she tried to answer

It’s hard to find a friend like

didn’t catch her hint; she just smiled.

good relationship.”

comment left

should also go,” someone reminded

excused herself. While

continued to hold Isabella’s hand and

Isabella wanted to retract her hand; otherwise, it would

But Poppy seemed genuinely fond of her, holding

and leading her out.

hall

person’s back.

attention wasn’t on Poppy but

suddenly appeared.