Josefina looked at the carefully prepared items on the table, all of which were her favorites.
Brandon had gone to great lengths, and Josefina could tell he had a soft spot for her.
"Grandpa Brandon, you really didn't have to go through all this trouble," Josefina said, flattered by his attention.
Brandon looked at her with a fondness, motioning for her to take a seat. "Josie, our families go way back, and I think of you like my own granddaughter. While I'd love nothing more than for you to be my granddaughter-in-law, I wouldn't dream of pressuring you. Josie, consider this place your second home. Whatever your heart desires, just let the staff know and they'll take care of it."
Bennett chimed in with a smile, "Ms. Josefina, just give me the word, and I'll make it happen. Anything from the sky, the sea, the land - we've got it all. We even have a chopper on standby. Mr. Brandon says, if you ever fancy jetting off to a fashion show abroad or taking a spontaneous trip overseas, we can make it happen without a hitch."
Josefina was speechless. She knew the world of the wealthy was extravagant, but this was beyond anything she'd ever encountered. No wonder, when she arrived, Bennett had pointed out a helicopter resting on the lawn.
"Grandpa Brandon, I appreciate this, but let's get down to business. I should check your pulse." She was worried that if she listened any longer, she'd feel obliged to take a ride in the helicopter.
Brandon chuckled and extended his wrist to make it easy for Josefina to feel his pulse.
His condition had improved significantly, thanks largely to the medicine Josefina had provided.
"You're doing much better. Keep up with your tai chi and take the medicine I've prescribed, and you'll be in tip-top shape," she assured him.
"Josie, I can't thank you enough. I've been restless these days, a bit anxious and even suffering from insomnia."
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