A Crazy One-night Stand novel Chapter 91

Looking at Wilson acting like this, Sophie really wanted to smash her knife and fork on the table. D*mn it, she had raised her son for nearly 30 years. Since young, he never went into the kitchen or did any chores. He couldn't even distinguish between onions and garlic, but here he was, peeling prawns for a nobody like Alina? She couldn't accept this.

Seeing that his wife was about to lose her temper, Ethan tugged on Sophie's sleeve and calmed her down in a low voice, "Let's eat. It's Father's birthday today."

Everyone around the table quietened down. Only the sounds of chewing could be heard.

Lucas immediately winked at Rainee.

Rainee nodded and picked up a piece of roast pork from her plate. As she was about to chew into the meat, she mentioned nonchalantly, "Dad, shall we open your gifts to show everyone just like what we did last year?" 

Mr. Scott shook his head. "No, I won't do it this year. It's disrespectful to open gifts in public. In the past, I did it because everyone made a fuss. It's improper." 

In fact, the reason they used to open gifts in front of everyone was to liven up the atmosphere. 

Besides, gifts from the members of the Scott Family were definitely expensive and luxurious items.

Therefore, it was a tradition that Lincoln would usually open his birthday gifts in public. Every time a gift was opened, it would attract everyone's attention.

"Wow!"

"Amazing!"

"So beautiful!"

The initial silent and awkward atmosphere would be brightened up with everyone oohing and aahing over the precious gifts.

However, this year was different from previous celebrations. All three grandsons of the Scott Family had brought their girlfriends over.  

With the addition of newcomers, there would be a sense of competition. Lincoln could already imagine George and his family waiting to tear Alina down in front of everybody during the gift opening.  

It would be easy for them to humiliate her. Alina was a child with no background or status. If she gave an expensive present, they would say that Alina must have used Wilson's money to pay for the present. She would be branded as a pretentious gold-digger and her gift written off as insincere. 

On the other hand, if Alina gave something more affordable, they could turn around and mock her for giving such a tacky gift. 

Alas, it is hard to please everyone! 

Being poor made things even worse! 

When Lucas heard that Lincoln would not open the gifts in front of everyone, he immediately spoke up, "Grandfather, we should maintain the tradition. How would opening gifts in front of guests be disrespectful?"

Nancy chimed in, "Yes, Grandfather. You should reveal the gifts in public. We are all dying to see everyone's gifts!"

"That's right, Dad. Let everyone witness the filial piety from our younger generation of the Scott Family," Rainee said in a hurry as she was worried that Lincoln would insist on not opening the gifts. If that happened, Caitlin's plan would fail. 

She reached out and secretly poked George to back her up. 

"Dad, I also think that we should open the gifts in public!" George rarely spoke up at family gatherings, but this time, he joined in the conversation. 

Lincoln gave him a meaningful look. His eldest son was never involved in these family feuds. Well, it was expected for people to change! 

Wilson's parents didn't look comfortable, especially Sophie. She gave Alina a cold glance and turned away in embarrassment. Who knew what was going to happen in a while? 

Sophie was a perceptive woman. It was obvious that the reason why George and his family insisted on opening the gifts was to humiliate Alina. However, it wasn't only her who would be affected. Wilson and their family would lose face as well. What bad luck to have her around. 

Silvia couldn't hold her temper in any longer. She started complaining, "Seriously, can't we even have a meal in peace? What's wrong with all of you? Must you pressure Grandfather to open his gifts?"

"Silvia!" Wilson frowned and reprimanded his sister.

Silvia felt so wronged that her eyes filled with tears. 

What the hell? She was doing this for his own good. Was he blind? Couldn't he see her good intentions? If Grandfather opened his gifts, Alina and their whole family would be humiliated! Wilson wasn't even grateful for her concern. 

After getting together with Alina, her brother had changed. He used to be rational and wise, but now, he seemed to be completely enamoured by Alina. Alina must be a vixen who had bewitched her brother! That b*tch! 

The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. Silvia glared daggers at Alina.  

Alina lowered her head and concentrated on shoving the food into her mouth. 

How could she not understand such pointed remarks at the table?

It would be a lie to say that she didn't feel bad about it. However, Alina found that she was helpless. 

She turned to Wilson, her eyes pleading for help.  

Wilson met her gaze and gave her a reassuring look.

Then, he smiled and said to everyone, "I agree. Let's open the gifts in public, just like how we did it in the previous years. For some people, they may be unwilling to change."

His words were profound as he said them with a meaningful smile on his lips.

After saying that, he turned to Lincoln. "Grandfather, do as everyone requested and open the gifts just like what you did last year!"

Lincoln sighed softly and said, "Since everyone thinks that we should still continue our tradition as before, let's open the gifts in public then."

He knew that this grandson of his had always been considerate. Even though Wilson seemed to be cold-hearted on the surface, in reality, he was the most attentive and affectionate child. Wilson didn't want to make things difficult for his grandfather, so even if he had to deal with the other family members, he didn't mind.

When they heard that the gifts would be revealed publicly, everyone hurrahed. "Great!" 

"Amazing!"

"Nancy, what are you giving Grandfather this year? You have just signed a deal with a famous director, you'd better give something extraordinary!" Caitlin tried to liven up the atmosphere by joking around. At the same time, she cleverly informed everyone that Nancy was cast in a new drama and she had a promising future as an actress. 

Lucas heard Caitlin's words and nodded with approval.