Cedric smirked faintly. "My grandfather usually hates it when someone follows him during his walks. But when he collapsed this time, he had two attendants with him. That's clearly not his style unless it's a premeditated plan."After all, Jeff was getting older. If he were to fall, it would need to be dealt with promptly, which was why he had two attendants accompany him.Dr. Zegler's expression changed slightly, and a hint of conflict appeared in his eyes. "The fall was indeed staged. Your grandfather spoke kindly to me, asking me to help him fabricate a lie. But he's doing so for your and Ms. Luxford's sake."However, his Parkinson's disease is real. Like all of you, I still can't muster the courage to tell him the news."Hearing that the collapse was staged, Cedric's mood was just starting to relax, but what Dr. Zegler said next seemed to catch his throat instantly. "Are you serious?"Although Cedric could not be certain before, he had chosen to believe that everything was just

'In the Carlson family, apart from the underperforming Daddy, the only other person Mommy cares about is my kind and generous Great-grandpa.'For an 80-year-old man, it was obvious what could happen.Upon thinking of that, Cherry's pouting lips gradually tightened, and a hint of sadness crept into her downcast eyes, concealed by her fluttering eyelashes. 'Mommy didn't mention the reason, so I'll just pretend not to know and spend time with Great-grandpa in the mansion.'Unexpectedly, the girl, who had been unusually quiet for almost half a day, was actually pondering this issue.Mrs. Carrie smiled fondly. "That's for sure. In the past, your great-grandfather used to love your mommy the most, and now he's got you, Miss Cherry. He must want to give you the very best!""If Great-grandpa has given me all the very best, who will give him the best?" Cherry asked, lifting her head for a moment before lowering it again. "I hope Great-grandpa can also keep some of the best things in life f

"Then I want... I want Great-Grandpa you to always stay with me so that all my wishes can come true!" Cherry said with a smile, but sadness surged inwardly.'Great-grandpa treats Cherry so well… I don't want him to leave so soon.'Jeff thought it was just a mischievous trait typical of children, so he rubbed Cherry's head with a smile. "Okay, Great-grandpa will always be with you. When you grow up, I'll still be around to see which rascal has the guts and potential to marry my precious great-granddaughter."As they were joking, the mansion's door opened again, and the family's driver came in carrying a large school bag. Upon seeing Cedric and Sophie, he quickly bowed and greeted, "Elder Master, Mr. Carlson, and Mrs. Carlson, Mr. Tristan has finished school."Sophie was slightly taken aback when she saw Tristan following behind the driver. It had been just over three months since she last saw him, and he had grown significantly taller. His previously underdeveloped features had also

Naomi's enthusiasm swept much of the annoyance on Matthew's face away. However, he still declined, "I'd love to hear about your achievement, but I have some family matters to attend to tonight. I'm sorry.""Did something happen at home?" Naomi asked worriedly.Hearing the worry in Naomi's tone, Matthew chuckled heartily. "No, it's no big deal. It's just that my daughter-in-law and granddaughter have moved back in, and we're having a reunion dinner tonight.""Oh, I see. That's unfortunate timing, but it's okay. I've already shared my happiness with you over the phone, so I won't bother you further," Naomi said joyfully."Alright, goodbye," Matthew said with a smile as he hung up the phone, feeling much better. He glanced in the direction of the Carlson residence, knowing that home wasn't far away. He shook his head and began walking home.-Mrs. Carrie did not disappoint, bringing all her specialty dishes to the dining table.Looking at the table filled with a feast of scrumptiou

Jeff savored the sweetness in his mouth and commented with a smile, "The banana bread from this bakery is sweet but not greasy. The taste hasn't changed after all these years.""Yes, it truly hasn't changed." Matthew agreed, holding an unfinished piece of bread. "Dad, the bakery has been around for decades, hasn't it? Maintaining the original taste is no easy feat."However, sitting beside him, Melissa rolled her eyes. 'Isn't it just a piece of banana bread? What's the big deal?'"Only things that can't withstand the test of time change their flavor along the way. Some things will always remain the same no matter how many years pass," Jeff remarked.After Jeff said that, he glanced at Cedric and Sophie.Austin naturally understood the underlying meaning of his words, which were also directed at him. He forced a smile and said, "I also hope all great things will remain unchanged. It's getting late, Grandpa, Uncle Matthew, and Aunt Melissa, I shall head back now.”Seeing him rise t