Family Dinner

Lucius's POV

"Have you ever done business with a certain Fred McKenzie before?" Diane asked as the Bentley parked in her grandparents' driveway.

She had been quiet ever since she picked her up. She barely pointed out landmarks and a few other spots —but she said nothing else until now.

"Who is Fred McKenzie?" I knew the name was her family name but I couldn't place a finger on who he was or why I should know him.

She blinked and turned her eyes to the house laying ahead.

"He is my grandfather. When I mentioned you to him yesterday, he... He developed a solemn mood, so I got worried. Maybe our families have known each other in the past..." She trailed.

This wasn't the time but I found her worries cute. The way she paused her words and blinked her lashes as she searched through her head, was all so amazing.

"I don't remember the name. But I don't think you should worry about it," I couldn't help it.

My fingers brushed her chin and she looked at me with surprise in her eyes.

"Smile, you