Coolest Girl in Town (Elise and Alexander) novel Chapter 101

“Grandpa’s health has been deteriorating for the past two years. It’s really strenuous for him to be on long flights, so he told me to come on behalf of him instead,” Alexander replied. “Oh no, that old man should take care of his health! It’s fine if he can’t make it; at least he still remembers that he has an old friend like me.” 

 

Linus urged Alexander to go into the living room as they continued their conversation. As Linus glanced at the young man before him, he gradually softened his gaze as he thought, This young man is pretty decent. “Since you came all the way here, you should stay for dinner tonight. You can always leave tomorrow,” Linus offered.

Alexander didn’t have the heart to reject Linus’s warm hospitality, so he agreed to stay. “I’ll have to take up your offer,” he uttered. Linus immediately got the maids to prepare dinner. “Miss Joy is back, and Helen has already told us to prepare dinner,” the maid replied. Linus was pleased to hear this. “Joy’s back?

That’s great.” Alexander didn’t show much of a response after hearing about Joy, but Linus then patted him on the shoulder. “I need to introduce you to a new friend tonight. She’s the owner of this manor.” He turned to call the maid once more. “Where did Miss Joy go?” The maid answered honestly

, “Miss Joy said that the lavender fields blossomed really well this time around, so she brought Prince out to play with her kite there.” Linus chuckled upon hearing this. “The older Joy gets, the more playful she is.” Alexander felt rather curious about Joy when he noticed how fond Linus seemed of her. Soon enough, it was time for dinner.

The maid knocked on Elise’s door. “It’s time for dinner, Miss Joy.” Elise quickly found an excuse for herself. “I’m still jet lagged, so I think I’ll skip dinner today.” The maid was troubled by her response. “But… Mr. Linus insisted that you come down for dinner.” Frustrated, Elise pulled her blanket over her head before she threw it off and sat upright.

The more I try to avoid this, the more it happens. I might as well just face my fears. With that thought, Elise prepared to get out of bed. At that moment, Helen pushed the door open and entered the room. “Miss Elise!” Elise’s gaze shot up to look at Helen, and Helen immediately realized her mistake.

“Miss Joy! It’s time for dinner. I got the maid to prepare your favorite dishes.” Elise slipped her arm into Helen’s as she spoke. “Is the man from Athesea still here?” “He’s Linus’s guest who came a long way, so Linus made him stay for a day or two. What is it? Do you know him, Miss Joy?” Helen asked after explaining the situation. Elise instinctively shook her head to deny it.

“No, I don’t know him.” When Elise appeared in the dining hall, her eyes landed on Alexander instantly. As they exchanged glances, Elise gave him a smile without looking away. She considered it her form of greeting to him. Elise had sharp and delicate features, and her dimples showed as she spread her red lips into a smile.

Her distinct aura made her appear prettier and more elegant than ever. “You’re finally back, Joy.” Linus welcomed her. She stuck her tongue out playfully. “I specially came back because I missed you guys so much, Linus.” Linus let out a hearty laugh. “You’re so good at sweet-talking, you little brat. Let me introduce you to my friend’s grandson.

This is Alexander Griffith.” He quickly turned to introduce Elise to Alexander. “This is my niece, Joy Sinclair.” Elise stuck her hand out to greet Alexander. “It’s nice to meet you, Mr. Griffith.” Alexander shook her hand. The familiar feeling that Alexander had was intensified the moment their palms touched.