Ecstacy of the Heart novel Chapter 35

Allison replied without hesitation, “Of course.”

Bernard wanted to say something, but paused at a second thought. Only when Allison noticed Bernard’s expression did she realize that something seemed to be wrong. She then asked hesitantly, “What’s wrong? Are these gifts… inappropriate?”

Bernard paused for a moment before replying softly, “These things may be of no use to Ma’am. Mr. Parker would place an order to an Australian supplier for a batch of cashmere and they will be used for making blankets or clothes according to Ma’am’s preference. She also has massagers and foot washing machines, which were all bought by Mr. Parker. But Ma’am seldom uses them…”

Allison was dumbfounded when hearing the explanation.

Geez! She had prepared these presents with great effort, yet none of them befitted his grandma.

Allison stood there and felt the urge to cry at the moment although there were no tears in her eyes.

Alexander walked over. He frowned slightly when hearing Bernard’s explanation. He then took the gift boxes from Allison and handed them to Bernard while ordering, “Send all in.”

Bernard didn’t dare to say anything more and followed the order quickly. Only after his leaving did Alexander speaking in a soft voice, “He was talking nonsense, don’t take it seriously. Maybe grandma will like your presents.”

Allison felt upset and lowered her head, “If I had known this before, I should have asked you. I hadn’t expected that grandma would not need the presents I bought.”

Just as she finished the words, she suddenly felt warmth from her hand. Alexander held up her hand and led her to the villa, “Don’t think too much. Grandma will tell you whether she likes it or not.”

Allison followed him, inexplicitly feeling the upset and worries in her heart dissipating after hearing his comforting words.

As soon as they walked into the living hall, they were greeted by the maids and houseboys.

“Young Master, welcome back!”

Alexander glanced around the living hall and asked after failing to find his grandma, “Where’s grandma?”

“Ma’am is in the Buddha hall on the second floor. She’ll go downstairs soon.”

“I see.” Alexander nodded, led Allison to the sofa beside and sat down.

Sitting on the sofa, Allison felt her whole body tensed. She clenched her fists and felt quite nervous.

Suddenly, there came a few coughs from the staircase, which was followed by a voice, “Alex is back?”

Alexander immediately stood up and walked towards the staircase, “Grandma.”

Allison heard her voice before her appearance. She didn’t dare to coldshoulder her and hastily followed Alexander.

An elegant old lady was walking downstairs with the support of the maids. Although she looked old, she was dressing neatly and properly. She was fondling a string of emerald Buddha beads at the right hand.

When she walked down of the last stair, Alexander took her hand from the maids and asked in a slow tone, “Grandma, has your cough relieved?”

“I feel better.” Doreen nodded and slightly raised her head. When she saw Allison who was standing not far away, her eyes lit up, “Who’s this?”

Alexander replied in a gentle voice, “Allison, my wife, your granddaughter-in-law.”

Allison smiled at Doreen timidly, “Hi, Grandma.”

“Oh, come here. Let me have a closer look!”