Chapter 675

Inside the box were golden almonds, a whole box of them.

Josefina felt the weight of the gift in her hands and knew she couldn't accept it.

Before she could refuse, Brandon spoke up, "Josie, this is actually from Oliver. He's been too shy to give it to you himself. I couldn't stand watching any longer, so I'm delivering it on his behalf. A gift is a gift; no need for Oliver to be so hesitant."

Oliver chuckled, "Granddad's right. Next time I give Josie a gift, I'll make sure there's no more dilly-dallying."

Josefina was speechless.

Did everyone in the Baldwin family love giving gifts this much?

"Grandpa Brandon, this gift is too generous. I've already accepted so many gifts from you all; I really can't accept any more," Josefina said.

"Josie, you're too polite with us. Just accept it, will ya? I heard Annika's quite the chef. I'm here to mooch a meal again," Brandon said with a grin.

"Josie, please accept it," Oliver echoed.

Josefina was at a loss for words.

Hattie, smiling, added, "Mr. Brandon, you've given so many gifts. When you head back, you should take a couple with you. It's only fair."

Garrett chimed in, "I'll grab a bottle of my dad's prized whiskey for you."

"Great, great. I love that kind of gift," Brandon beamed.

With laughter and chatter, the gift found its way into Josefina's hands.

A box of golden almonds, Josefina placed the gift in her room.

Later, she would see if there was something she could give to Brandon and Oliver in return.

As everyone sat down for dinner, Brandon enjoyed his meal immensely.

With a large company, the atmosphere was lively, and Brandon's appetite soared.

"I always enjoy eating here. The vibe is just right. Zhang Yang, your kids are very dutiful," Brandon remarked happily.

Unlike him, who felt only Oliver was truly dutiful.

Brandon's mood began to sour.

Especially when he thought of Rowan, he was nearly furious.

Raising his glass, Garrett said, "Mr. Brandon, here's to you."

Brandon lifted his glass and clinked it with Garrett's, then took a drink.

After dinner, Brandon asked, "Where's Alivia? Is she not here?"

Brandon had heard that Alivia had come over and had been giving Josefina a hard time.

He came especially to see if Alivia was around because no one should bully his granddaughter-in-law.

Hattie replied, "My mom's in the hospital. Once she's better, I'll have Dorian drive her back."

Dorian added, "Grandma's illness

won't get better overnight. She'll stay

in the hospital for now. I've spoken

to my uncle, once she's well.

we'll

drive her back. No need for her to come here again." '

Brandon nodded, "That's for the best. There's no place like home."

Knowing Alivia wouldn't be coming back, Brandon felt relieved. After a bit more chatting, Brandon and Oliver headed home.

Josefina, too, was tired after a long day and went to her room.

She opened her toolbox and found 、 the ls to craft a cane

overnight planning to give it net

Brandon the next day.

Josefina also made a pair of cufflinks for Oliver, with a hidden trick inside.

After finishing her work, Josefina went to sleep, feeling content.

...

Shay came to visit Sydney, who wasn't in the best of spirits, getting irritable every day.

Upon entering, Shay's grim expression worried Sydney.

"Shay, what's wrong?"

"I heard Alivia's been hospitalized. There

discovery of a poison at

Josefina's place that saved Alivias life. Alivia didn't die, Shay shared.

"What!" Sydney was shocked and even more furious.