Chapter 150: Chapter 150

I smiled politely as I stepped forward, "Hello, Mrs. Carter, I’ve been too busy lately, with a lot to handle at the end of the year, so I’ve been delayed."

Before I could finish my words, Mrs. Carter’s expression slightly changed, "Calling me ’Mrs. Carter’ feels so distant?"

I was taken aback, and instinctively looked at Daniel Carter.

He took a couple of steps to my side, holding my hand, fingers interlocked: "Call her Aunt."

His gesture, this way of addressing, clearly indicated that my relationship with Daniel Carter was different now.

And Mrs. Carter’s attitude also showed acceptance.

My heart pounded with nervousness, a bit in disbelief.

If that’s the case, then last night Mrs. Carter knew I was with their siblings, but didn’t mention me all night.

Given Mrs. Carter’s previous attitude towards me, she would surely have asked Daniel Carter to hand me the phone, even if it was just to symbolically show some concern and ask a couple of questions.

I couldn’t understand if I was overthinking things, or misunderstanding.

Or was Mrs. Carter so skilled at hiding her true feelings?

At this moment, I could only hide all my thoughts and follow Daniel Carter’s words to change my address: "Aunt."

"That’s better." Mrs. Carter smiled gently and amiably, gesturing again, "Sit down."

Daniel Carter tugged at my arm, silently indicating that I should relax.

I returned a smile and sat down on the sofa next to him.

"Last night’s incident must have scared you, right? To speak of Miss Gordon, when I saw her at my birthday celebration last time, I thought she seemed like a gentle and obedient girl, but who knew she had such a vicious heart. The Gordon Family is on the verge of being ruined by this generation."

Mrs. Carter still brought up last night’s incident.

I answered accordingly: "I’m fine, Daniel... It’s thanks to Daniel appearing in time, or else the consequences would have been unimaginable. But he risked himself to shield me, which was especially dangerous. Thankfully, he’s okay. And Melissa, her hand got a bit burned, I feel very guilty about that."

In front of a top powerful family’s matron , all little tricks are pointless, so I answered with genuine thoughts.

I was indeed grateful to Daniel Carter and indeed worried about Melissa Chandler.

"Yes, it was quite thrilling. I was scared after hearing about it last night..." Mrs. Carter’s expression became a bit stern, evidently still feeling frightened in retrospect.

I quickly responded: "It was my fault for not handling it well, causing trouble for Daniel and Melissa."

Melissa Chandler immediately interrupted: "It’s not your fault, clearly that woman went crazy, she’s simply a lunatic."

"Melissa." Mrs. Carter gave a slight sideways glance, possibly because Melissa’s words were too crude, subtly reminding her.

Melissa pouted, muttering, "She really is, calling her a lunatic and a madwoman is already mild."

Mrs. Carter retracted her gaze, looking back at me and Daniel Carter, "So how should this matter ultimately be handled?"

I was about to speak when Daniel Carter preemptively said, "Leave it to the police, handle it officially."

Mrs. Carter expressed a slight concern, "But this way, we will be at odds with the Gordon Family."

Daniel Carter asked, "Are you worried about the elders of the Gordon Family?"

Adrian Gordon’s grandparents are still alive. During Mrs. Carter’s previous birthday celebration, the reason Olivia Gray brought Amanda Gordon was with invitation cards from the elders.

The older generation originally had good relations, but the Gordon Family declined over the generations while the Carter Family became more and more prominent, naturally resulting in less interaction among the younger generation.

Adrian Gordon even had complaints about Daniel Carter, always feeling that the difficulty in the Gordon Family’s business was due to being suppressed by Daniel Carter.

I couldn’t interject into this topic, so I could only listen quietly to them talk.

Daniel Carter continued, "I told Grandpa about this last night, and he also agrees to handle it officially. He feels that the Gordon Family is in today’s state due to a lack of discipline from the elders. In that case, it would be better for someone else to educate them properly, to avoid more trouble in the future."

Mrs. Carter’s eyes revealed surprise, "Since Old Master Carter has expressed this stance, then it’s not a problem."

The topic turned to Old Master Carter, and I naturally looked at Daniel Carter, giving him a glance.

He immediately understood, stood up and said, "Mom, I’ll take Lily to see Grandpa. We’ll be back for dinner later."

Melissa Chandler jumped up joyously, wanting to come with us, but Mrs. Carter stopped her, "Didn’t you go in the morning? You’re causing a ruckus all day long, when will you settle down a bit."

Melissa Chandler pouted, feeling indignant, but nonetheless, sat back down.

Daniel Carter wanted to hold my hand, and I frowned at him, signaling him not to.

Once we were out of the main residence, he reached out and took my hand again, whispering, "Why are you avoiding it? Why act so shy about just holding hands?"

"It’s not that, just don’t do it in front of your mom." Official source is novel-fire.ɴet

I glanced at him sideways, "Why do you think? Ever since ancient times, mothers have a special affection for their own sons. Seeing their son with a girlfriend, even showing public affections, which mother would feel comfortable?"

How many mother-in-law and daughter-in-law conflicts are ignited this way, with the mother being jealous seeing the son being ’taken’ by a stranger woman, seeing her son becoming more intimate with that stranger woman than with her own mother.

Daniel Carter chuckled, "You think too much."

"It’s just the truth."

He tightened his grip on my hand even more, his eyes increasingly gentle and pampering, "Don’t worry, our Carter Family isn’t that petty."

Not far from the main residence, there’s a small independent courtyard, with a style that’s classical and elegant, adorned with exquisite carvings and paintings.

As we approached the courtyard entrance, Daniel Carter handed me the brocade box he was carrying: "This is the Jade-Glazed Blossom Plate from Southern Song Dynasty, Grandpa is fond of antiques, you can give it to him later."

I widened my eyes in surprise, "When did you prepare this? How much was it? I’ll pay you."

This kind of gift, originally, should have been prepared by me.

But I’ve been so busy lately, I really didn’t remember.

On the way here, I suggested buying some premium nutritional products or something, but Daniel said no, there are plenty at home.

Turns out, he had already prepared Old Master Carter’s favorites.

Well, it’s only right that I pay for them.

"No need, why are you being so particular with me?" He handed me the exquisite box and joked, "If you really want to repay me, you know what I want."

He suddenly leaned closer, my ears tingled, and I couldn’t help but shiver slightly.

Turning to look at him, of course I understood, glancing shyly around, "Is it now?"

He raised an eyebrow, "If you’re willing, that would be best."

I didn’t know why I suddenly became so bold, seeing that there was no one around, I raised my chin and leaned in.

He bent down to meet me with a tacit understanding.

A kiss landed on his cheek.

"Thank you, Mr. Carter, for being so considerate." I smiled and praised.

He turned his head and suddenly kissed me on the lips, "Now it’s worth it."

"..." My face turned red, and I glared at him with playful reproach.

We continued to walk forward.

"Grandpa lives alone in a cottage, it’s quiet. A stream runs through the yard, and the old man enjoys fishing. It’s warm today, the sun is nice, I bet he’s caught something by now."

Daniel explained as he pushed open the slightly ajar gate and stepped inside.

It turned out just as he said.

Beside the stream in the yard, a white-haired elderly man was half lying in a wicker chair, with a blanket over his legs, wearing reading glasses and reading a book.

A fishing rod stood by his feet, seemingly fishing but more like leisurely playing with it, reminiscent of Jiang Taigong fishing—waiting for willing fish to bite.

I exchanged a look with Daniel, he tightened his grip on my hand, as if afraid I’d run away, and we walked to the stream.

"Grandpa, I’ve brought my girlfriend to see you." Daniel spoke softly, his tone warm with a smile.

Old Master Carter sat up upon hearing, his gaze shifting from his book to us.

Though his hair was gray, his spirit seemed good, and when looking at us, there was a dignified weight that had accumulated over years, commanding instant respect.

"Hello, Grandpa, I’m Lily Miller."

Old Master Carter chuckled, "Lily Miller, seeing is believing."

I quickly replied modestly, "You’re too kind, Grandpa."

"No need to be modest, over a decade ago when I was stationed with the troops in Granshire, I knew of you... you were so young, a girl yet courageous, saved Daniel twice. He has always remembered you."

Old Master Carter reminisced while lifting the blanket from his legs.

Daniel immediately understood and stepped forward to assist the old man.

"Back then, I brought Daniel to your home to express gratitude, but only met your elders, didn’t see you." The old man’s solemn face softened with a smile as he spoke, "I heard you were scared and hiding in your room, refusing to come out."

It was surprising how sharp his memory was despite his old age.

I nodded repeatedly, "Your memory is excellent. I saw several uniformed people through the door crack, was indeed scared, didn’t dare to come out. Grandma said you were very nice, brought many gifts."

The old man chuckled again, waved his hand lightly, "Let’s go, sit inside and chat."

Daniel was still supporting the old man, but turned to give me a reassuring smile, meaning—see, I told you the old man is easygoing and would like you.

I felt the same at this moment, and couldn’t help but feel relieved.

Inside, Daniel took the exquisite box from my hand, "Grandpa, this is a special treasure Lily Miller found for you—a Jade-Glazed Blossom Plate from the Southern Song Dynasty. Where would you like to display it?"

As my gaze swept across the living room, I accidentally noticed that the partition wall separating the main living room and side hall was already filled with numerous antique porcelain pieces.

At first glance, it looked like a museum.

I was worried inside, wondering if the old man would be impressed with the ’gift’ I brought.

"Hmm! This is a fine piece, where did you get it?" The old man carefully took the treasure, curiously looking at me.

A bright idea flashed in my mind, recalling similar ancient porcelain collections I’d seen at auctions. I quickly said, "It was a lucky find at an auction. Daniel said Grandpa loves antiques, so we bought it."

"You’re thoughtful indeed."

I felt anxious, secretly glanced at Daniel.

I knew the old man surely realized it wasn’t prepared by me.

The servant brought tea, I nodded in thanks.

Daniel helped the old man sit down, then quickly returned to my side, speaking softly, "Sit down, don’t be so reserved."

I looked at him, my eyes harboring playful hidden resentment.

It’s hard not to be reserved.

Just the room full of antique-style rosewood furniture gave a strong sense of oppression.

Not to mention Old Master Carter spent his life in the military, with remarkable achievements, his seasoned presence carried a formidable aura.

"Miss Miller, I heard your family recently had some issues?" Old Master Carter took a couple sips of tea, and when he placed the cup down, he asked casually.