Chapter 117

Indeed, what Rosy said was the ‘truth’ known to outsiders.

Ethan frowned because he remembered Chris had told him the details about Woland Group’s big

fortune. It seemed like the company had someone brilliant behind it. Also, Chris mentioned they could

earn so much because the person behind them helped them with the planning.

Although Ethan was a little dissatisfied with his mother’s words, his upbringing dictated that he could

not retort to his mother and embarrass her before others. Hence, he said, “Mom, eat up.”

The meaning behind those words was quite obvious—eat up and talk less.

Alice was flabbergasted and seemed surprised as if she did not expect Ethan would speak up for her in

such a situation. He’s speaking up for me, isn’t he?

On the other hand, Rosy’s expression changed. “Have some more food. The dishes today are quite

delicious.” Lawrence then placed a piece of pork rib on her plate.

The words spoken were similar, but Lawrence’s tone was a lot easier to accept.

Alice could not hold back the smile as she thought Ethan was a verbally destructive man. The words he

said were infuriatingly sarcastic.

“Alice, what did you study in Cliaria?” Afraid that she might feel embarrassed, Lawrence deliberately

changed the topic. He was a kind, big shot.

“Civil engineering.”

When she said she wanted to further her studies abroad, Bruce helped her apply for a program, which

was telling how much ‘thought’ he had put into it. Of course, she went along with him and still had not

gotten her graduating certificate.

“Really? The company has just taken on a bridge-building project that involves seismic reinforcement

practices, seismic isolation, and auxiliary energy dissipation. What are your thoughts about it?”

Lawrence was trying hard to liven up the mood.

To him, there was no such thing as a bad student. If a person was studying a particular program, they

should strive hard no matter what.

“What you said is too complicated. I don’t understand. Sorry.” Alice felt there was still a need to

maintain her image lest not make Rosy worry. That was because Rosy would never let her shine before

Ethan.

To be fair, she never wanted to get on Ethan’s good side anyway.

“Do you think everyone is as smart and excellent as our family’s children?” It was unknown whether

Rosy’s words stemmed from her anger toward Ethan earlier.

“Mommy has a lot of good traits…” Caroline was not having it and thought her mother was an excellent

person too.

“Tell me then. What good traits does your mommy have?” Rosy half-heartedly asked as though she

was teasing Caroline.

At that point, everyone at the table had stopped eating and looked at Caroline, waiting for her to

answer. Alice was also looking at her with anticipating eyes. Although she did not want to get on

Ethan’s good side, she hoped she was an excellent mother in Caroline’s eyes.

However, Caroline was stuck and could not utter a word after a long while. Alice felt her lips twitch

slightly. Sweetie? Are you sure you’re not embarrassing Mommy?

In the meantime, Caroline was looking at her mother while breaking out in a sweat. Alice pouted and

averted her eyes, not wanting to look at a particular child who was embarrassing her mommy.

Seeing that, Ethan suddenly laughed, and Alice quickly turned to look at him. “Have some more food.

You have a large appetite.” He did not feel guilty for laughing. Instead, he looked at the dishes before

him and remarked seriously.

Yes, he added that comment to help Caroline.

It seemed that he still remembered how Alice had devoured a whole table of food last time.

At the same time, she looked at him with eyes as sharp as swords. Mr. Knight, are you sure this is a

good trait?! Which woman would feel proud to have a large appetite? Don’t speak if you can’t say nice

words!

Caroline gazed between Alice and Ethan several times and finally thought of something good about her

mother. “At least Mommy has good taste in men. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have married Daddy.”

“Sweetie, if what you said is true, Mommy might be blind.” By now, Alice was so infuriated by Ethan

that she felt stuffy. Also, she was sticking to her original thought that whoever set their eyes on a

sarcastic man like Ethan had to be blind.

Of course, she deliberately said that to Rosy to highlight the notion that she did not fancy her son,

directly telling her that she did not need to be anxious and guard her like a K9. After all, Alice stayed in

the Knight Family for Caroline and not to suffer grievances and live a life of an inferior daughter-in-law.

She was never a person who would accept mistreatment from others. Therefore, she could not care

less or be bothered by Rosy’s sarcastic remarks earlier. Still, she hoped Rosy could understand her

intentions and not repeat those words.

There was silence for a moment because the intelligent Rosy understood the meaning behind Alice’s

words. Embarrassed, she realized those words were meant for her. Though it was not her intention to

mistreat Alice, she merely wanted to keep both sides away from each other to make things easier when

it was time to cut ties.

Seeing that the entire family was kind, Rosy thought she was bound to be the villain.

In the meantime, Lawrence broke into a chuckle after listening to Alice’s words and gave Ethan a

meaningful glance.

Ethan, however, was furious. What is she saying? Is she saying she must be blind to have taken a

fancy to me? This woman must be here to anger me to death. While thinking of that, he served Alice

vegetables and spoke through gritted teeth, “Eat. Being blind doesn’t stop your large appetite.”

Look! Those similar words would sound more comforting and considerate when spoken by Mr. Knight

but infuriating when coming out of Ethan’s mouth. I wouldn’t even pick up such a man from the streets.

Just wait. I’m going to throw him out on the streets six months later, she complained silently.

Lawrence glanced at his son and could not help but shake his head. It was no wonder why Ethan still

slept alone after being married for so long. With his behavior, Lawrence would not be surprised if his

son remained alone forever.

Still, one needed to help out their son. Plus, Lawrence was cooking up a plan to make those two spend

time together. “Alice, what are your plans for tomorrow?”

“My uncle Elijah is throwing a birthday party for my grandpa tomorrow, and I have to be there.” Alice

knew a while ago that Elijah would organize a birthday celebration for Charles.

However, Elijah never told her about it. It was Charles who notified her when she returned to the

Woland Residence today. No matter how estranged she was from the Wolands, she had to attend

Charles’ birthday celebration.

“Ethan, why don’t you go with her?” Lawrence’s eyes lit up as he thought this was a great chance.

What could be better than the couple returning to their maiden home together?

Since the two had only gotten their marriage certificates and were yet to hold a wedding ceremony,

Ethan had not met the Wolands. That was a perfect opportunity now, wasn’t it?

Moreover, Lawrence had heard of the rumors about Alice, saying she had a company as her dowry,

which she had given to Bruce. Yet, that man was unwilling to marry her despite all that. Therefore,

many said she was doomed to remain single for the rest of her life.

If Ethan accompanied Alice to the banquet tomorrow, it could also prove all those people wrong.

It was a win-win situation.

Yes. Not a bad idea, not a bad idea indeed. That’s settled! Lawrence thought.