Chapter 49 A Cold Reception
Chapter 49 A Cold Reception
Four years ago, there was a meticulously hand–knitted scarf from Suzanna.
It was around the same time that Edward returned home.
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He thought Suzie’s increasing kindness was due to her concern about his return. Little did he know, Suzanna would deceive him when he went to thank her with the gift!
It all seemed too absurd.
Gary closed his eyes in despair. He sobbed softly and muttered.
“Mel, I’m sorry.”
“Mel, let’s go home. Gary will no longer be mischievous; he will strive to
improve.”
He attempted to approach but saw Melody walking past him coldly. She headed straight into the backyard banquet venue, showing no interest in his repentance.
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His heart somersaulted within his chest, each beat a painful reminder of the turmoil ravaging
his soul.
Gary felt like a lost soul, slowly trailing behind Melody as he entered the venue in a daze.
Nanny occupied the head table while guests respectfully greeted her as their elder, showering her with gifts one after the other.
The parade of birthday gifts cascaded in a steady stream, each one was a testament to the celebration’s abundance and generosity.
Derrick sat beside Nanny, sipping tea. With each sip of tea, Derrick’s mind buzzed with the weight of his recent cases, his temples throbbing with the return of an unwelcome headache.
He rubbed his templet and set down the teacup. He furrowed his brow and spat, “Who brewed this tea?”
“The tea is bitter and revolting! Who ruined my Chamomile Citron Tea?”
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Derrick, known as the “The Legal Titan, was a highly persuasive and competent lawyer who won every case he took on.
Dressed in a dark, high–necked sweater and black trousers, he wore a creamy white cashmere coat. There was a clear and cold elegance emanating through the air.
He lounged on the sofa, exuding an aura of superiority and arrogance instilled since
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A servant nervously stepped forward and stuttered, “Derrick, this tea was meticulously brewed by the new tea master. He followed every step precisely as described in the recipe…”
The Shields‘ servants found Gary approachable, but Derrick was perceived as cold, demanding, and difficult to please.
They privately joked that Derrick brought his strict and picky demeanor from the court to his daily life.
His attention to detail was simply astounding.
Mrs. Swenson’s lips pursed as she sampled the tea, savoring the brew with a discerning palate. Her brows furrowed in contemplation.
She quickly spat it out, and snapped, “You call that a tea connoisseur? This is mediocre.”
“Bring back our previous tea master, the one who used to work for us. We want our guests to enjoy the expertise of a true tea connoisseur!”
The servants hesitated.
The maid approached tactfully and muttered, “Mrs. Swenson, on the day Mel got married, the tea master suddenly resigned…”
Mrs. Swenson’s face darkened and huffed, “That troublemaker leaves as she wishes. Now our best tea master has left because of her. Unforgivable!”
Derrick’s expression remained inscrutable. His icy black pupils were hollow as his headache and illness worsened without his usual tea.
He rubbed his forehead and instructed firmly, “Find him.”
“All the family servants are under my supervision. Bring him back and offer him ten times his salary,” he commanded.
He then turned to comfort Nanny. “Nanny, it’s your birthday today. Don’t let trivial matters affect your mood.”
“Since you appreciated the tea brewed by that tea master, I will ensure you taste that flavor again.”
Nanny nodded in satisfaction. “Derrick, you are thoughtful and filial,” she remarked.
“You are nothing like Mel, who has no manners and shame, showing no regard for filial piety!” she exclaimed angrily.
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“And Gary has been behaving oddly lately. I’m having a headache,” she lamented.
Before she could finish speaking, Mel appeared. She was holding the arm of an older man, respectfully assisting him as they walked over.
Poppy leaned on a cane adorned with carved ivory. His white hair lent him a weary appearance, yet his eyes remained clear and sharp.
He questioned in a hoarse and stern voice, “Who dares to claim that my granddaughter Mel isn’t filial?”
“Darling, have you been using your seniority to abuse my granddaughter while I’m away?”
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“And Gary has been behaving oddly lately. I’m having a headache,” she lamented.
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Before she could finish speaking, Mel appeared. She was holding the arm of an older man, respectfully assisting him as they walked over.
Poppy leaned on a cane adorned with carved ivory. His white hair lent him a weary appearance, yet his eyes remained clear and sharp.
He questioned in a hoarse and stern voice, “Who dares to claim that my granddaughter Mel isn’t filial?”
“Darling, have you been using your seniority to abuse my granddaughter while I’m away?”
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