Chapter 170


    Estelle had no choice but to ept, thanking Janice, “Thanks you so much!”


    “Don’t be so polite, really! It’s us who should be thanking you!” Janice replied warmly, genuinely liking


    Estelle.


    As everyone was chatting, Geoffrey Lamont and Jonathan’s older brother Alcott Lamont came


    downstairs, with everyone standing up. Janice introduced Estelle to Geoffrey and Alcott. Estelle


    greeted both of them.


    Geoffrey’s appearance was just as Jonathan had described – serious, rarely smiling, with deep and


    wise eyes that made it hard to read his thoughts.


    Alcott looked somewhat like Jonathan, wearing ck–rimmed sses, probably from his academic


    research. He appeared calm andposed, and like Janice, he was polite and approachable.


    Estelle felt that in terms of personality, Alcott was more like their mother, while Jonathan took after their


    father.


    Alcott courteously told Estelle, “My wife and I originally nned to send a car to pick you up, but


    Jonathan said he was passing by University of J City, so he offered to bring you back. I wanted you to


    feel weed, so please forgive us for the arrangement.”


    Estelle had seen Alcott on TV before and knew that he held a high status in the academic world. She


    felt kind of guilty for him talking so respectfully to her, “Not at all! You’re too kind!”


    Jonathan continued, “Estelle’s right. She’ll be visiting frequently in the future, let’s all rx and get


    With everyone seated and exchanging pleasantries, Estelle noticed that the Lamont family had a great


    rtionship. The elders were gentle and loving, and the younger generation was considerate and


    polite, without any backstabbing or intrigue.


    While the adults were chatting, Norah made eye contact with Estelle, got up, and said, “We can’t really


    participate in the grown–ups” conversation. Let me show you around my room, Estelle!”


    Henson chimed in, “I’ming too!”


    “What are you going to do there? We’re having some girl talk. Just go y your video games!” Norah


    Janice reminded them, “Take good care of Estelle. I’lle and get you when lunch is ready.”


    Norah yfully responded, “Got it! Estelle’s our distinguished guest today. I’ll make sure she’s well


    looked after!”


    Estelle gracefully said goodbye to the others and followed Norah upstairs.


    Once inside, Norah grinned, “Everyone in this house very nice. Grandpa might seem serious, but he’s


    really caring and gentle with the younger generation. You’ll see what I mean when you spend more


    time with us!”


    Estelle nodded, “Yeah, everyone’s really nice.”


    Norah flopped onto the couch, propping herself up with a pillow. “You know, Henson’s been through a


    few tutors and my mom was about to give up on his studies. Who would’ve thought he’de in first


    ce? Mom was over the moon! She said we must thank you properly!”


    Estelle replied, “Henson’s really smart!”


    “Well, he’s smart butzy,” Norah giggled. “My grandma actually wanted to gift you a house as well, but


    my uncle said you’re easily scared, and you are even afraid of Milo. So she was worried about handing


    over the property keys, fearing it might freak you out.”


    Estelle, “…


    Was it toote for her to prove her courage? Since when were people afraid of dogs also scared of


    houses? Do those afraid of dogs usually sleep on the streets?


    “Anyway, I got you a gift too. Let me grab it for you.” Norah tossed the pillow aside, got up to fetch the


    present from the walk–in closet, and handed over arge box. “You’ve epted my mom’s gift, so you


    have to take mine too.”


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    “What is it?” Estelle took the box, opened it, and found a beautiful porcin cup inside. The cup was


    crystal–clear, adorned with intricate, vintage patterns.