Chapter 1152
Chapter 1152:
“Yes. They’ll be engaged soon. We’re going to be a family,” Leonard agreed. Then he added, “Rupert is a good man. He treats Anna very well p>
Annabel felt a flicker of embarrassment at his praise. She lowered her head and rested her hand gently on Rupert’s arm.
Bruce’s grin grew broader at the sight. “Once they’re engaged, we’d all love to have a new little member of the family as soon as possible, so we can share the joy of having four generations under one roof p>
Both men, well into their later years, wanted to see their great-grandchildren before they were gone.
Leonard tapped Annabel lightly on the shoulder. “Did you hear that, Anna? A lot will be resting on your shoulders from now on p>
He flashed her a teasing grin, then turned to Rupert as well. “Give us a great-grandchild right away. Your grandfather and I will be looking forward to it, all right p>
Annabel grew even more mortified as the two men continued talking about their future great-grandchild.
“I think that’s enough. You’re making Anna uncomfortable.” Rupert finally stepped in, gripping her hand firmly as if to shield her from any more teasing.
Leonard beamed when he saw Rupert slide a protective arm around Annabel’s waist.
In high spirits, the four of them headed to the dining room. Suddenly, a knock sounded at the door.
“Who could that be?” Annabel looked at Rupert in confusion. “Did Bruce invite someone else p>
Bruce moved to answer the door, but Rupert stopped him. “I’ll get it, Grandpa. Go have some tea with Leonard p>
Annabel accompanied Rupert as he went to open the door. The next moment, they found themselves face-to-face with Erica and Cathy.
Erica’s smile faded the instant their eyes met. “Why are you here p>
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“Why can’t I be here?” Annabel replied flatly.
Annabel scowled, wondering what Erica and Cathy were doing here. They were supposed to be celebrating Leonard’s safe return, yet the sight of those two immediately soured her mood.
“Mom, Grandpa arranged a feast for Leonard. It’s only right for Annabel to be here,” Rupert said coldly. He wouldn’t allow anyone to insult her.
Cathy’s jealousy flared as she watched Rupert defend Annabel. Not for the first time, she silently vowed to break them apart for good. In her eyes, no one was fit to be Rupert’s wife except her.
“Where’s your grandfather?” Erica demanded, scowling.
“In the dining room.” Rupert held Annabel’s hand firmly as he added, “Grandpa just told us he hopes Annabel and I will have a child soon, so he can share in the joy of a growing family. Don’t let him down.” Then Rupert shot Erica a warning glare.
“Aunt, don’t be mad at Rupert. He was blinded by that woman,” Cathy said, grasping Erica’s arm.
Erica’s anger only rose at Cathy’s words. She truly couldn’t understand why Rupert was so infatuated with a woman like Annabel.