Chapter 14: Family mansion

The maids warmly welcomed them as soon as they arrived at the splendid mansion. “The old lady is busy in the kitchen. Please sit down first.”

After greeting them, some of the maids went to bring them juice and water to drink. Some also brought fruit trays.

The old lady of the Marshall Family came from an ordinary family. Even if she had enjoyed half at lifetime of happiness, she liked to take care of children, cook, and sometimes even weave a scarf for the younger generation of their bloodline, just like the older adults in typical families.

Even among the younger generation of the Marshall Family, they all showed great respect for

Grandma.

“Where’s our Grandpa? mogen asked as she changed her shoes.

The maid pointed upstairs and answered, “He is resting. His mental state has been getting worse lately.”

Imogen and Troy were alarmed by what they heard, and worry was plastered on their faces. For the past years, Troy’s grandfather was busy with their businesses, passed down by the previous generation of the Marshall Family. He was so busy with their empires that, at some point,

he forgot to take care of his health, and it was taking a toll now that he was old. Recently, he had a liver transplant and has been taking medication.

“What did his doctor say?” Asked Troy.

Grandpa’s doctor was one of the best doctors at the prominent hospital in New York City, and he was also his doctor.

“He said that he will do his best, Sir.”

Troy nodded solemnly.

to the kitchen to help the Grandma

help me. I can handle everything myself.” The old lady was trying to send Imogen out when

alone. I wanna help

gave her a disapproving glance. “Are you sure? You can sit

I have also seen

of everything, dear. I know that Troy is such a jerk sometimes. I know him too well but don’t worry, for me, you are the only daughter–in–law of this family. If he wants a divorce, he must go

lady seemed so determined when she said those words. All that Imogen could do was stay silent; she didn’t even dare to defend Troy.

she would rather let him be the one to explain to them so they would understand.

so she would not help

14: Family

manipulate the old lady to

older man down. When they were near the dining area, Troy

the other side, Imogen helped the old lady bring

cooking skill is as good as ever,” Troy said amidst

before scolding him, “Praise your wife, Troy. She made all these

him pause momentarily. He sighed and did what was said. “Her

the Marshall

silence. He knew that the old lady was particularly

table, Grandpa Marshall’s turned to speak. He

heard that the girl from the Page family has returned to New York

and answered, “She just returned

watched the news about the two of you this morning. I know you have a history with that girl, but remember you already married Imogen. So don’t get too close to that girl. Otherwise, what will your wife will think? I even heard that you are

at the old man earnestly, “Grandpa, I plan

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