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Barbara was waiting for them at the front door.
When they arrived, Sheena naturally let go of Elliot and affectionately walked up to Barbara. Although the warmth of Sheena’s hand had suddenly disappeared from Elliot’s palm, its lingering touch had not completely faded.
Unexpectedly, ElHot felt a moment of dizziness and a brief ringing in his ears. His legs almost gave way, but he managed to steady himself, taking a deep breath to suppress the suffocating feeling.
What was this strange sensation in his body?
Was it a sign of the unknown consequences of the S404 bio–virus, as Yosef had mentioned, or was it just his imagination?
Noticing that Elliot did not follow her, Sheena turned back to see Elliot seemingly frozen in place, lost in thought.
“What’s wrong?”
Elliot collected himself and silently caught up with them.
“Nothing. I suddenly remembered some work–related matters.”
Barbara was not pleased with his behavior. “This is inappropriate. You’re finally accompanying Nana back to the Lawson family for a meal, and you’re still thinking about work?”
Barbara’s concern shifted to Sheena as she added, “Nana, has he been treating you well lately? If he dares to mistreat you, you come back and tell us. Corey will always have your back.”
Relationship matters were supposed to be between two people, and Sheena preferred handling them on her own. She nodded nonchalantly and occasionally glanced back at Elliot, realizing that something had been off since they entered the mansion.
“Eli, your complexion doesn’t look good. Are you feeling unwell?”
Elliot smiled and replied, “I’m fine. It’s probably because I haven’t been out at night for a long time. I’m not used to the cold.”
Sheena observed the rustling leaves in the garden blown by the wind. “It does seem a bit chilly. Let’s go inside quickly.”
Albert, Corey, and Lauren were already waiting in the dining room.
Barbara sat next to Corey, and Sheena and Elliot sat together.
Being the host, Albert had not started eating, and everyone sat up straight, waiting.
Albert surveyed everyone in the room, his gaze finally settling on Sheena, and he smiled.
“In the blink of an eye, so many years have passed. My youngest sweetheart has grown up. If only
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Noah and Howard were back today, and if Howard brought Katie along, the family would be complete, “he said, his words adding a touch of gravity to the atmosphere in the dining room.
“Unfortunately, Noah has a peculiar temper. Until now, he hasn’t settled down. I think I’ll have to intervene and find him a suitable match,” Albert sighed, reflecting on the passing years as he began to enjoy his meal.
The others followed suit and began eating.
Sheena, however had not touched her food. She looked at Albert and said, “Dad, maybe you
shouldn’t worry too much about Noah. I think he has a plan, and he might bring you a daughter–in-
law in due time.”
“Really? Has Noah set his eyes on someone already?” Albert inquired.
Sheena chuckled. “I can’t say for sure, but just trust him, Dad.”
Before Albert could respond, Lauren interjected with a scornful laugh. “Isn’t that wishful thinking? Can the children of affluent families really make their own choices in marriage? What if Noah brings back some uncultured wild girl? Wouldn’t the Lawson family become a laughingstock?”
She sneered and deliberately directed her criticism toward Sheena, saying, “Not everyone can be as willful as you. Three years ago, you insisted on marrying your ex–husband. Even the Gods didn’t favor your union, and you caused his death before running back to Svelton.”
As soon as she said that, Corey, Barbara, and Elliot immediately slammed their utensils down, causing Lauren to tremble in shock.
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