Chapter 74


    Chapter 74 He Isn’t Usually Like That


    Evan is here!‘


    Caroline froze as she caught sight of Evan approaching, apanied by Danie. She had anticipated


    his presence, but not this early.


    Danie wore a delicate gown and had applied light makeup, making them look like a picture- perfect


    couple. Meanwhile, Evan retained his cold, handsome demeanor, his natural reserve entuated.


    Neil seemed to sense Caroline’s unease and offered her reassurance. “Don’t worry. He usually leaves


    after presenting his gift” Caroline felt a wave of relief wash over her upon hearing those words.


    As Evan entered the room, his gaze fell upon Caroline, who was seated next to Neil. His icy eyes


    narrowed, and his handsome face grew stiff. Danie noticed his focus and a flicker of jealousy shed


    in her eyes. She handed Evan a drink from the table, attempting to distract him with her gentle voice.


    “Juice, Evan?”


    However, hepletely ignored her, not even sparing her a nce


    Danie clenched her teeth in frustration. Why wouldn’t Caroline leave her alone? Was that bitch


    unting her closeness with Mr. Xander now? Not only was Mr. Xander kind and attentive toward


    Caroline, but even her own fiancé was captivated by that vixen. Danie couldn’t help but question why


    she was still alive.


    Just as Danie was devising a n to divert Evan’s attention, the crowd suddenly erupted into


    conversation.


    “Master Xander has arrived!”


    “Quick, let’s present him with our gifts!”


    An elderly man with a full head of white hair, exuding vitality, made his way into the room with the aid of


    his walking stick. Taking his ce in the main seat of the living room, Grayson Xander smiled warmly


    while epting well wishes and gifts from the quests.


    Neil stood up, shing a smile at Caroline. “Come on, let’s go and meet my grandfather.”


    Confusion washed over her face as she looked at Neil. Apany him? She couldn’t help but wonder


    if he had once again mistaken her for his sister. Though reluctant, she still stood up and followed him.


    As they approached, Evan coincidentally presented his gift alongside Danie.


    Consequently, Caroline and Neil had to stand aside, patiently waiting for their turn.


    +15 BONUS


    “Master Xander, I have a small token of appreciation for you, wishing you a long and prosperous life,”


    Evan said. Once he finished, Reuben, who stood behind him, stepped forward to hand the gift to the


    family maid.


    Grayson smiled warmly and praised, “Excellent, as always. I’ve heard about your engagement. Is this


    your fiancee?” He turned his gaze toward Danie.


    Danie nodded gracefully, wearing a gentle smile. “I wish you great health and prosperity, Master


    Xander.” After speaking, she tucked a strand of her long hair behind her ear, maintaining


    her elegantposure.


    Grayson nodded in acknowledgment. However, as he raised his head to look at Danie, he suddenly


    appeared stunned, a visible shock on his face. “You. He faltered, leaving Danie bewildered and


    blinking in confusion.


    Material ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Aware of the inappropriate timing for further discussion, Grayson averted his gaze and turned his


    attention to Evan. “Evan, please stay so we can catch up.” Evan’s eyebrows furrowed, suspicion


    shing in his eyes. After a moment, he replied in his deep voice, “Certainly.”


    Neil, who observed the entire interaction, was taken aback by his grandfather’s sudden change of


    expression What had his grandpa seen? Why such a drastic reaction? Neil furrowed his brows as he


    guided Caroline forward, addressing his grandfather when the maid presented his gift. Wishing you


    endless longevity and prosperity as vast as the ocean


    Grayson beamed happily. “You’re such a sweet child He then turned his attention to Caroline and


    inquired, “And who is this?”


    Neil smiled and introduced her, saying. “This is Caroline, Grandpa.”


    Grayson squinted, as if recollecting something, and his tone turned unexpectedly cold. “Don’t bring just


    any women home!”


    Caroline remainedposed as she looked at him. She had mentally prepared herself for such a


    reaction.


    Given the close rtionship between Grayson Xander and Evan’s father, Draco Jordan, it was natural


    for him to have some knowledge about Evan Caroline considered herself fortunate that he hadn’t said


    anything too hurtful. 1


    Neil frowned, feeling anxious. “Grandpa, Caroline…”


    “You may leave!” Grayson interrupted fiercely. “Come to meter!”


    The guests discreetly concealed their amusement, casting disdainful nces at Caroline, who


    stood humiliated yet unaffected. Neil escorted her to the side, luis unease evident.


    He then apologized to her with guilt in his voice. “I’m sorry, Caroline. My grandpa isn’t usually like


    203


    +15 BONUS


    Caroline remainedposed. “I expected as much.”


    She did not care about that, she was not marrying him anyway.


    The only thing she cared about was whether he could help her uncover information about her parents.


    Neil sighed and nced at Danie, who was nearby. What had happened? Why did his grandpa react


    so strongly to Danie? And why did he look so disdainfully at Caroline, whose eyes


    resembled those of his mother?