Chapter 78

When the crowd got a good look at Celena's gift, the room erupted with laughter and sneers.

"What the hell was that? It's so dark and smells weird!"

"Is that some kind of ointment? Cheryl gives a tea set worth several hundred thousand dollars, handcrafted by a renowned artist, and Celena brings out a jar of ointment? How embarrassing!"

"Seriously, it's just pitiful! You can tell who's more thoughtful. No wonder Reginald kicked Celena out in favor of Cheryl!"

Celena, seeing her gift discarded, dashed over, ignoring the insults thrown at her. She picked up the jar of ointment from the floor. With tears streaming down her face, she pleaded with Reginald, "Grandpa, your legs ache! I know you're always in pain, so I got this especially for you! Grandpa, I do care... oh, Grandpa..."

The scornful murmurs of the Stone family surrounded her. Their piercing stares cut deep, leaving Celena no choice but to crouch down on the floor, sobbing as she wiped away her tears.

She had convinced hers