After the children finished dinner, the butler cleaned the table and went downstairs.
Shortly after, Ivan’s Lamborghini was pulled over in the yard. Seeing the door open, the butler strode toward the car.
“Good evening, Mr. and Mrs. Marsh.”
Ivan and Jennifer got off and greeted him in response.
So did Pippa. “Long time no see, Thomas.”
“It’s been so long, Pippa.”
Ivan walked toward the living room while squeezing Jennifer to his side, followed by the butler and Pippa.
Jennifer was holding an exquisite gift box.
“Howdy, Mom?” Ivan gently greeted Aubree as soon as entering the living room.
“Long time no see, Madam Aubree.” Pippa was too excited to let Jennifer greet Aubree first.
Jennifer walked toward Aubree while passing the gift box to her. “Good evening, Aunt Aubree. Ivan and I found a scarf. It suits you well. I hope you’ll like it.”
Worried that Aubree would refuse to accept the gift, she emphasized that it was chosen by Ivan and her.
Aubree didn’t thank her, looking down at the gift box. She still seemed ever-so aloof and cold.
Instead of taking it personally, she looked at the butler. “Take it and keep it well.”
“Yes, Madam Aubree.” The butler bowed slightly and took the gift from Jennifer. “Thank you, Mrs. Marsh.”
Aubree didn’t look upset about how he addressed Jennifer, as if she didn’t hear it.
The butler went away after taking over the gift box, realizing Aubree had accepted Jennifer. It seemed things were going in a good way.
However, Aubree was stubborn and paranoid. It was difficult for her to show enthusiasm to Jennifer immediately.
After all, Aubree could not just let go of her dignity and pride.
The butler put away the gift box and reminded them with a smile, “Dinner will be ready soon. Please sit down.”
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