CHAPTER 125: CHAPTER 125: STAY THE NIGHT

"Oh, so that’s how it is. Try this!" Sylvia picked up another piece of braised pork and placed it in front of Elias Warner.

"This is a special braised pork made by our family chef, different from those in restaurants outside. It’s fatty without being greasy, give it a taste! It even has a faint aroma of tea."

Sylvia looked at Elias Warner expectantly.

Elias Warner didn’t touch his chopsticks but instead passed the piece of braised pork to Annelise Winter: "I don’t really like this kind of meat. Annelise, you eat it, you’re too thin!"

Annelise almost dropped the greens she just brought to her mouth.

She awkwardly stared at the braised pork that Elias Warner placed in her bowl.

Everyone’s expressions at this moment were varied.

Sylvia clenched her palm, a smile forming at the corner of her mouth.

"Yes, Annelise is too thin, she should eat more meat!"

"Sylvia, you should understand Elias’ preferences more in the future, don’t let things get awkward like today!" Great-Grandfather Lowell glared at Sylvia.

"Got it, Grandpa!"

Renee Perry’s face was full of embarrassment too. This Annelise, where is she not present?

Causing trouble everywhere.

She clenched her palm but replied to Great-Grandfather Lowell with a smile.

"Oh dear, Great-Grandfather Lowell, it’s better to let Elias understand Sylvia more instead!"

Renee glared at Elias Warner.

Elias Warner continued eating without speaking.

Great-Grandfather Lowell glanced at Annelise, smiling as he asked, "Annelise, where’s that kid Lucas? Why isn’t he by your side?"

"Oh, Grandpa, he went out for a bit!" Annelise continued eating with her head down.

"That boy, on my 80th birthday, he still goes out fooling around, never knowing what he’s up to!" Great-Grandfather Lowell didn’t continue talking.

"Creak."

The door opened.

Lucas Lowell walked in from outside.

Sitting directly next to Annelise.

Elias Warner glared at Lucas Lowell, his eyes full of coldness.

"Annelise, I’m back!"

The first words Lucas said upon sitting were directed at Annelise.

Everyone saw everything clearly.

Great-Grandfather Lowell glared at Lucas.

"You rascal, it’s my 80th birthday today, where did you wander off to? Just now coming back?" Great-Grandfather Lowell said coldly.

"It’s nothing, Grandpa, haven’t I come back?" Lucas Lowell looked a bit dazed.

He had barely made it back.

Almost missing Great-Grandfather Lowell’s party.

"Quickly, keep Annelise company!"

After Great-Grandfather Lowell spoke, Lucas Lowell randomly placed a green vegetable on Annelise’s plate.

"She doesn’t like celery!"

Elias Warner’s cold voice rang out.

"Annelise, what do you like to eat?" Lucas didn’t respond to Elias Warner.

"It’s okay, I’ll do it myself!" Annelise felt very awkward.

Lucas Lowell poured a glass of water for Annelise.

"Thank you!" Annelise was very grateful.

Everyone began eating with their own thoughts.

Annelise’s spoon suddenly fell.

Rolled to Elias Winter’s feet.

Elias Warner didn’t make any attempt to pick up Annelise’s spoon.

Lucas Lowell hurriedly said to Annelise, "It’s okay, I’ll have the waiter bring you another one."

Saying that, he looked towards the waitress, signaling for her to bring another spoon.

Annelise ate this meal with a lot of awkwardness.

After the meal.

It was already ten o’clock at night.

Everyone dispersed.

Great-Grandfather Lowell glanced at Elias Warner: "Sylvia, go see Elias off!"

"Okay, Grandpa!"

Everyone understood Great-Grandfather Lowell’s intention, Elias Warner didn’t refuse this time.

Annelise watched Sylvia chasing after Elias Warner’s departing back, feeling uneasy.

Her mind recalled various incidents happening around Sylvia previously.

And today, Sylvia pulling her aside, asking if she could wish her happiness.

Could it be that Elias Warner’s new girlfriend is her best friend Sylvia?

Annelise suddenly felt dizzy.

How could it be?

Her heart felt like it was being carved out with a knife.

Impossible!

She must be overthinking it!

"What’s wrong? Annelise, you look a bit unwell?"

Lucas Lowell quickly supported Annelise.

Annelise gathered her strength and pushed Lucas Lowell away.

"It’s nothing, just suddenly felt dizzy!"

"You must be wearing too little, come, I’ll give you my coat!" Lucas Lowell took off his coat, leaving only his shirt underneath, and was about to put his suit over Annelise.

Uncle Ford hurriedly ran over, handing a lady’s coat to Annelise: "Miss Winter, you left in a hurry and forgot your coat, here you go!"

Annelise received a plaid coat from Uncle Ford’s hand.

This coat was new, even with the tag still on, which surprised Annelise.

Was it bought by Elias Warner?

Was it a gift for Sylvia?

Lucas Lowell wore his suit back on.

"Lucas, isn’t Annelise your future girlfriend? If she’s not feeling well, let her stay here then. We have plenty of rooms to rest!"

Great-Grandfather Lowell gave Lucas a meaningful look.

"Yes, Grandpa!"

Lucas Lowell was very pleased, Grandpa was creating an opportunity for him.

In the distance, Sylvia who was about to get into the car heard Great-Grandfather Lowell’s words and loudly shouted to Annelise: "Yes, Annelise, stay here, let my brother call the family doctor to check on you, leave once you’re better, spend the night at our house!"

Annelise saw Sylvia standing with Elias Warner and her heart suddenly ached.

She shouldn’t overthink it.

Sylvia is her best friend.

How could her supposed boyfriend possibly be Elias Warner?

And even try to inquire from her about Elias Warner?

Annelise’s heart trembled.

But if indeed the person she loves the most is with her best friend, that should be the most painful thing in the world.

Elias Warner stood by the car, one hand in his pocket, his eyes coldly fixed on Annelise.

What did he mean?

Wanting her to refuse? Or wanting her to stay with Lucas Lowell?

If he hated her so much, he should hope she stays with Lucas Lowell.

Thinking of this, Annelise took a deep breath, and replied: "Okay, tonight, I’ll stay here."

"Great, Annelise!" Lucas Lowell happily cheered.

"Annelise, wait for my return, I have a lot to talk to you about! See you soon!" Sylvia was also particularly happy.

Sylvia spoke and got into Elias Warner’s car.

This time Elias Warner didn’t refuse either.

The black Cullinan sped along like a galloping horse in the darkness, disappearing from Annelise’s sight.

She hadn’t snapped out of it until it vanished.

"Annelise, there’s a strong wind here, you don’t feel well, hurry back inside!" Lucas Lowell put his arm around Annelise’s shoulder, heading towards the Lowell house.

The street lamps drew their shadows long along the path.