The Hidden Empress Stripping Her Secrets After Divorce novel Chapter 215

He got more and more fired up. "But honestly, Dr. Rose probably wouldn't even glance twice at you. Truth be told, you're out of her league."

Sebastian was speechless.

"Just look at you. In terms of looks... you're passable," the old man started ticking points off his fingers. "In terms of personality... you're a block of wood. Romance? Do you even know what romance is? Girls like gentle, considerate men who know how to sweet-talk them. What about you? Getting a word out of you is like pulling teeth."

Sebastian's face grew darker by the second.

Completely oblivious, his grandfather carried on. "But our Thorne family still has a shot. If you aren't good enough, I think your cousin Samuel could do it. The kid might not be as capable as you, but his personality is great! He's bright, cheerful, knows what to say, and knows how to make girls happy. Last time he came to see me, he even learned how to make my favorite osmanthus cakes."

As he spoke, he actually pulled out his phone. "How about... I give Samuel a call? Have him try to pursue Dr. Rose? If we offer a massive dowry and give her plenty of shares, there's definitely a chance..."

"Grandpa!" Sebastian finally couldn't hold back anymore, slamming his hand down to stop the old man.

His grandfather looked up, feigning innocence. "What? Did I say something wrong?"

"Evelyn would never look twice at a smooth-talker like Samuel Thorne," Sebastian ground out.

"How do you know she wouldn't?" his grandfather fired back. "Do you understand girls? You don't know a damn thing! Girls like gentle, sunny boys. They want a boyfriend who is tender, considerate, and dotes on them. He'll hold an umbrella for her when it rains, remind her to put on a coat when it's cold, and sit by her bed when she's sick. Can you do any of that?"

Sebastian fell silent.

The old man continued with gusto. "Your cousin might not match your business acumen, but he knows how to treat a woman! He knows how to send flowers, plan romantic dates, and say, 'You look beautiful today.' What do you know how to do? You just say, 'This proposal is garbage' or 'These numbers are wrong.' The girl is looking for a boyfriend, not a boss!"

Sebastian's expression was as black as ink.

His grandfather looked at him and suddenly sighed. "Sebastian, I'm not trying to bring you down. If you really like someone, you need to change that temper of yours. Stop being so aloof and cold. Girls need to be coaxed and pampered. Be gentle with her, say a few sweet things, and show that you care. Is that really so hard?"

Sebastian pressed his lips together.

After a long time, he spoke, his voice low. "Are you saying you really think I'm not good enough for her?"

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