Female Novel
Chapter 178
Chapter 178
Jass test as it he was crushed by the weight of shame. At the same time, Landon bitterly racked hisbrains for a counteroffensive againstnovelbin
Feing a soare pare in her heart Abyssa mumbled, “Grandpa”
200, Es your bartas. Let’s put aside the upsetting talk.” Javier went up to Newton and smiled. “Whydon’t we look at the gifts your grandchigen get you “We’ll have dinner afterward so we don’t keep theguests waiting.”
right, it’s present time Newton rubbed his hands adorably like a child.
BISBAL DE guess who were close to the Becketts presented their gifts to Newton, who cheerfullyreceived each item and thanked his guess
“Ganged” Sting. Landon stood in front of Newton and declared, “I’m close to Jasper. His grandpa ismine. May you be blessed with good health and happiness”
“Thank you” Newton was all smiles.
“Ganca, happy birthday! Betty shuffled over with a shy smile and attempted to stand beside Landon. “Iknow you’re into antiques. This is my gift for your
She caliberately leaned toward Landon in an effort to close her distance from him. Too bad Landonrefused to pay attention to her and dooged her move, causing her to almost lose her balance.
How humiliatirs
Some quests were quietly laughing at her. Overcome with embarrassment, she silently cursed themout.
Before long, a maid brought in the Victorian–era vase by Betty. Newton beamed and nodded. “Great!Thank you, Betty!”
Betty couldn’t help but gloat.
“This is Ms. Lauren’s gift for you. Do check it out.” Ben brought out a painting.
“On is that from Lauren? Show me!”
Newton looked surprised by the painting before laughing merrily. “Hahaha! Is this her portrait of me?Splendid! Such a talented girl!”
Everyone crowded around Newton to check out the painting that made him laugh. Within seconds, theirattention had shifted from Betty to Lauren’s painting.
Lauren had painted a portrait of Newton laughing out loud in his usual outfit. She paid great attention tothe details. Additionally, she scribbled a message at the bottom of the painting. It read, “Dear Grandpa,smile always. From Lauren.”
“Look at Lauren’s painting. Does it resemble me? She’s talented in art!” Newton proudly showed offLauren.
*Laurie–Uhm, Lauren is great at painting. She is almost like a professional artist!” Landon smiled at thethought of the adorable Lauren.
The smile froze on Betty’s face as she burned in jealousy.
“Her lines might be a little unpolished, but give her some time, and she’ll be successful in theindustry.“Jasper nodded quietly.
“Grandpa, Lauren is talented in art. It’s always been her wish to enroll in an art college to study thesubject.” Alyssa grabbed the opportunity to speak on behalf of Lauren.
She continued, “She must have great potential if Jasper compliments her–you know he rarely singspraises. She should give it a try. I bet we will have a famous artist in the family in five years.”
Jasper frowned at her words, which felt like a swipe at him. Did he never compliment the others? Hewondered if he was as harsh as she made him sound.