Chapter 137
Chapter 137:
Frida moved ahead with some assistance from the staff, leading the way into the study while Alden and Helena lagged slightly behind. As soon as Frida entered the study, Helena suddenly stopped and signed to Alden, requesting him to remove his hearing aid.
Alden responded in sign language with a puzzled, “Why p>
Helena’s attempt at signing was a bit awkward and clumsy, giving her a touch of naive charm.
Alden almost chuckled but quickly caught on to her meaning.
She hadn’t wanted to decline Alden’s offer to join them, which was why she had asked Frida’s permission, but she also wanted to respect Frida’s privacy.
This was typical of Helena: compassionate yet adhering to her principles.
Alden agreed easily, his face breaking into a playful smile as he suggested that Helena should remove the hearing aid for him.
Blushing, Helena quickly looked toward the study.
She peeked through the slightly open door, seeing Frida positioned with her back to them, which made her sigh in relief.
Seeing Alden’s firm stance, Helena reluctantly approached, tiptoed, and fumbled a bit as she helped him remove the hearing aid. Their closeness during the exchange nearly had them touching, creating an intimate moment.
Alden bent forward, his warm breath brushing her ear.
Helena removed the hearing aid, her cheeks, ears, and neck blushing a soft pink.
Upon entering the study, she requested that Alden turn his back to honor Frida.
Before Frida, Alden ceased his teasing and complied with her request without hesitation.
The entire interaction was observed by Frida from her vantage point. The tender moments shared by the couple brought Frida a sense of warmth and fulfillment, although she maintained a strict demeanor.
“Do you really harbor no affection for the Simpson family who raised you?” she questioned Helena with a piercing look.
The mention of the Simpson family stirred a sharp discomfort in Helena.
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Now more composed, she addressed Frida with an even tone, saying, “Yes, the Simpson family raised me, but they also caused me great pain. I assure you, Frida, Alden would not have chosen someone heartless or ungrateful p>
Frida scrutinized Helena, then said in a solemn tone, “I will extend to you the benefit of the doubt. Yet, how can you be certain of your capacity to love my grandson if you struggle to love your own family p>
Helena responded firmly, “The absence of familial warmth in my past only makes me value more the family that Alden and I are building p>
“But as far as I know, not long ago, you had a falling out with Den because he kept something from you. Isn’t that right, my dear?” Frida pressed on, though her tone had softened.
Helena inhaled sharply, voicing the thoughts she hadn’t even shared with Alden. “I’ve made peace with it. Alden must have his reasons for keeping things from me. As long as his actions align with his moral compass, I’ll support him p>
“And what if his actions aim to topple the Wilson Group?” Frida’s expression turned serious, her tone becoming more commanding.
Helena’s fingers tightened around the fabric of her shirt.
Anxiety surged through her mind.
What was Frida implying?
Could she be considering a stance against Alden?
Was Frida, the family member Alden valued most, now poised to become his enemy?
Under the weight of Frida’s intense scrutiny, Helena hesitated.