Chapter 228
Old Mr. Lancaster still felt it was a bit inappropriate. Although his granddaughter looked beautiful and elegant even in a plain white T-shirt and pants, he said, “Serena, this is your first formal visit to see old Mr. Blackwood. Isn’t your outfit. a little too simple? Why don’t you change into a dress after breakfast? Grandpa will pick one out for you p>
Although the Lancaster and Blackwood families had always been close, this was Serena’s first time visiting the patriarch of the Blackwood family as a representative of the Lancasters. It was important not to appear dismissive.
“Old Mr. Lancaster, there’s no need.” Nicholas’s thin lips curved into a smile, his voice gentle and deep. “I love Serena for who she truly is. She doesn’t need to change herself or cater to anyone just to meet someone p>
He let out a low chuckle, his voice laced with a thrilling tenderness. “With me, Serena only ever needs to be herself. That’s more than enough p>
His words weren’t flowery, but they were exceptionally sincere.
Serena’s hand, holding her spoon, paused mid-air.
Her long, raven-like lashes trembled slightly as she lifted her eyes to look at him.
Her gaze met his deep, tender, almond-shaped eyes.
This man… it wasn’t just his face that was captivating.
Those long, deep-set eyes seemed to be naturally full of affection when he looked at
someone.
Her heart skipped a beat, and tiny ripples spread through her.
One after another, they gradually expanded.
Her fingers curled unconsciously around the spoon.
She lowered her gaze, continuing her breakfast and avoiding the man’s intense stare.
old Mr. Lancaster and Catherine exchanged a glance, their looks of approval for Nicholas deepening.
This young man p>
Whether it was his looks, family background, or abilities, he was top-tier.
Most importantly, his consideration and respect for Serena were more moving than any sweet talk.
The two elders were already lost in thought.
Serena silently finished her breakfast.
Seeing that Serena was done eating, old Mr. Lancaster seized the opportunity and immediately shoved the black card he had taken out into her hand. “Serena, take it! Go pick out some gifts for old Mr. O
Blackwood fater. You’re representing
the Lancaster family for your firs
formal visit to their elder. You can’t
skip the formalities p>
“Old Mr. Lancaster, that’s not necessary. I’ve already prepared a gift,” Nicholas said with a smile. “Besides… Serena agreeing to come with me to see my grandfather is the best gift of all p>
“That won’t do!” old Mr. Lancaster waved his hand. “We can’t count it like that. What you prepared is your business, but Serena can’t go empty-handed p>
After tucking the black card into Serena’s hand, he even held her hand, making her grip the card tightly. “Take it and go buy something! Spend as much as you want p>
Serena felt helpless in the face of her grandfather’s curious habit of shoving a black card at her at the drop of a hat.
He was really looking for any excuse to give her money every day.
“Grandpa, haven’t even finished spending the money you all gave me. I’m very rich now, a total heiress,” Serena said with a resigned smile. Besides live already prepared a gift p>
After handing her the card, old Mr. Lancaster waved his hand magnanimously. “If you haven’t finished, keep spending. And you can keep spending with this card too!” When it came to the black card, Serena could never win against her family. She could only put the card away. “Well, we’ll be going now p>
Old Mr. Lancaster nodded with a cheerful smile. “Go on, go on. Come back early p>
Serena walked to the entryway, changed her shoes, and was about to grab her canvas bag.
A hand beat her to it, lifting the bag.