Chapter 1332
Cornelia said, âGrandpa, these gifts.â
To Grandpa Augustine, these gifts were peanuts, âWhy donât you hit the mall again tomorrow? You should get yourself some new clothes.â
Cornelia responded, âGrandpa, you just had loads of clothes custom made for me not long ago, I havenât even worn them yet, I think Iâll pass on buying more. Keep these gifts for yourself. They gave me a lot today. Iâll definitely return the favor later. Weâre not close or anything, so maybe you could handle the returning part.â
Grandpa Augustine shot Comelia a displeased look, âYou think Iâm short of these trinkets? Theyâre gifts from elders, just accept them graciously. Iâll handle the gift returning when the time comes, no need for you to worry.â
Cornelia said, âWeâre not close or anything, getting such expensive gifts all of a sudden, itâs kinda unsettling.â
Grandpa Augustine said, âThese are small tokens from the Duran family elders, just accept them, whatâs there to be unsettled about?â
With no other choice, Cornelia accepted, âAlright, Iâll just stash these gifts away, save them for my baby.â
Grandpa Augustine said, âIâve already got all your babyâs needs covered. When sheâs born, Iâll gift her a villa and a few commercial properties. These little gifts of yours, you could buy them on a casual stroll. Donât worry too much.â
Grandpa Augustine continued, âItâs getting late, better hit the sack.â
Comelia got up. âAlright.â She took a few steps, then turned around and said, âGrandpa, Goldie from next door had her maid deliver loads of desserts recently. I havenât returned the favor yet, and Iâm thinking of paying her a visit tomorrow.â
Grandpa Augustine said, âAlright, Iâll have someone prep the gifts.â
Cornelia said, âGrandpa, Goldie is rolling in dough too. When it comes to gifts, itâs the thought that counts. She made the desserts herself, I also want to make something meaningful for her.â
Grandpa Augustine gently patted Corneliaâs head, âNelly, this is your home, do what you want. You donât need my permission. If you need craft materials, just have someone get them.â
Cornelia said, âAlright.â
Grandpa Augustine stressed, âNelly, remember, youâre the lady of the house.â
Cornelia chuckled, âGrandpa, I got it.â
Grandpa Augustine said, âAlright, hit the sack. Canât be too late for your visit tomorrow.â
Back in her room, Cornelia didnât sleep, but messaged Goldie instead: [Goldie, I wanna drop by tomorrow, you free?]
After sending the message, Cornelia quickly got a reply from Goldie: [Of course. Iâve been home lately, feel free to drop by.]
Cornelia replied: [Alright, see you tomorrow.]
Goldie asked: [What do you wanna eat? Iâll have it prepared.]
Cornelia replied: [Iâm not picky, anythingâs fine.]
Goldie: [Alright, Iâll take care of it.]
Cornelia:, [Goldie, no need to be so polite.]
Goldie: [Alright, no need for formalities. What time are you coming?]
Cornelia: (Ten in the morning.]
Goldie: [Okay. Iâll be waiting.)
Cornelia: [Alright, Goldie, night!]
Goldie: [Night.]
After saying goodnight, Cornelia put away her phone and got ready for bed. Meanwhile, Jeremy was all excited, âDr. Lester, Iâm not going out tomorrow.â