Chapter 383
Chapter 383:
Cayson noticed the rough texture of Yelena’s hand—unexpected for someone her age. Calluses and signs of wear told a silent story of hardships endured.
Before he could voice his thoughts, Yelena gently slipped her hand away, her expression calm but distant. “It’s all in the past now, Cayson. Let it go,” she said quietly.
Cayson’s frown deepened. He studied her, feeling a pang of distress.
Yelena’s resilience made her admirable, but it also made him fiercely protective.
After breakfast, Cayson dabbed his mouth with a napkin and stood decisively. His gaze landed on Yelena.
“I’ll go to the company with you later,” he said, his tone leaving no room for argument.
Before Yelena could respond, Bella interjected with a pout, unable to conceal her irritation.
Cayson’s attention seemed exclusively on Yelena these days, and Bella couldn’t help but feel sidelined. If he was going to dote on someone, why not her? She was his sister too!
“Cayson,” Bella called out, her voice tinged with playful sweetness. “My car’s in for maintenance today. Can I come with you to work? I’ve always wanted to intern at the Harris Group—it would be so nice to go to work with family p>
She batted her lashes at him, her eyes sparkling with expectation, as though her charm alone could sway his decision.
Most people melted under Bella’s charm, captivated by her soft, innocent demeanor, like a delicate rabbit.
But Cayson wasn’t most people. He had long grown immune to her antics, brushing off her attempts at endearment without so much as a flinch.
“There are plenty of cars at home,” Cayson replied flatly. “You are free to pick one to drive p>
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Bella’s cheerful expression faltered, her annoyance barely concealed. With so many vehicles available, why would Cayson offer Yelena a ride instead of telling her to pick a car and drive to work herself? Why was Cayson always so biased?
Feigning sweetness, she replied, “Then Yelena should pick a car too. That way, she won’t have to wait for you to drive her. You’re so busy with work, after all, and your schedules might not always align p>
She turned to Yelena with a fake smile. “Yelena, don’t you think it’s better to be considerate of Cayson? He works so hard already p>
Elianna, quick to seize the opportunity, nodded approvingly. “That’s very thoughtful of you, Bella—unlike some people p>
Cayson knew Elianna’s sharp tongue well and anticipated the criticism about to follow.
Cutting her off, he said firmly, “Yelena might not have her driver’s license yet, so she’ll ride with me.” From the corner of his eye, he noticed Yelena arch an eyebrow, clearly amused.
She did have a license, and her driving skills were impeccable, but she caught on to his intent. He just wanted an excuse to take her to work, so she played along.
“That’s true,” Yelena said with a small smile. “I don’t have my license yet. Bella once mentioned she got hers right after turning eighteen. That’s impressive p>
Cayson, thinking Yelena sounded wistful, quickly reassured her. “Getting a driver’s license isn’t hard. You’re smart, Yelena. You’d probably ace it in a month p>
Bella’s lips twitched, tempted to chime in. She had spent two grueling months that summer during her senior year in high school perfecting her driving skills—a feat she considered quite impressive compared to her peers. But if she brought it up now, wouldn’t it seem like she was undermining herself?
She stayed silent, her frustration simmering.
Elianna, however, didn’t miss a beat. “If you’re clumsy, practice more. Learn from Bella—be humble. And stop looking so stern all the time. No one will want to teach you anything if you’ve got an attitude problem p>
Yelena glanced at Elianna and nodded deliberately, saying, “Grandma, your temper is also stern and stubborn, really unforgettable p>