Nigel didn''t touch a drop of alcohol, sipping only the finest tea as he chatted amiably with Gregory and Grant. They discussed everything from the climate of Meridan to its cultural customs, finding endless topics to talk about.


    When Nigel did asionally chime in, his expression was indifferent. He was not particrly warm to his eldest grandson, but he was not distant either. He remarked, "Carrie is a blessed girl. Once she ovees this challenge, she''ll have plenty of good days ahead of her."


    Grant asked with concern, "Mr. Hoffman seems truly devoted to Carrie. From what I saw today, are they close to tying the knot?"


    "As soon as your sister''s health improves, I''m nning to arrange their marriage."


    Thinking about his daughter''s marriage, tears welled up in Gregory''s eyes. He felt a mix of relief and reluctance.


    "This is such great news! Carrie and Mr. Hoffman are a match made in heaven. They''re a perfect couple. When their big day arrives, I''ll be sure to get them a really nice wedding gift."N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.


    "Grant, the gift you gave Carrie this time is already very generous. It''s more than enough. No need to spend any more money!" Gregory spoke with a smile.


    "It''s not enough," Grant replied with a gentle, elegant smile. "You have only one daughter, and I have only one sister. She deserves to be cherished twice as much."


    "These past years, living on my own in Meridan, I haven''t really been there for my siblings like I should have been as the older brother. But now that I''m feeling a bit better, I just want to do something nice for them to make up for it."


    Gregory was deeply touched, his eyes welling up. "Your kind words truly make me happy, my son!"


    "Grant, the things you''ve brought today have been quite impressive," Nigel said, before his tone shifted. "It seems you''ve been living quitefortably in Meridan. The gifts you''ve brought today alone are worth more than your yearly dividends from the Salvador Corporation, aren''t they?"


    Grant nced subtly at his grandfather, appreciating the old man''s insight. "In Meridan, I''ve been investing the dividends I receive


    from the Salvador Connel


    some modest business ventures. A few fortunate investments have earned me a decent amount," Grant replied sincerely and humbly, his deep eyes narrowing slightly.


    Nigel chuckled. "What kind of small business can rake in billions? This old man would love to hear some business tips from my eldest grandson." Grant replied casually, "Pharmaceuticals."


    A glint of intrigue flickered in Grant''s eyes as he spoke.


    "Wow, that pharmaceutical business must be really lucrative! Grant, you''re quite the savvy businessman," Gregory remarked admiringly. "Even the Luminex Group in Hatchbay, run by Chairman Larson, shifted away from medicine years ago to focus on the booming biotech industry, and now they''re one of the top pharmaceuticalpanies in the country."


    "It''s rare to be reunited with family. Talking about business is dry and tedious. It''s just about making money, after all."


    Grant suddenly fixed his gaze on Justin, his eyes calm and profound. "Justin, I''m really d that you and Ms. Thompson have reconciled. As your elder brother, I''m genuinely happy for you." Justin smiled faintly and said, "Thank you, Grant."


    When I was at an auction in Meridanst month, I came across an item that I really liked. I thought it would suit Ms. Thompson perfectly, so I bought it."


    Grant pulled a fancy, delicate box


    from his jacket and ced it in the center of the table. "When you get back, give this to Ms. Thompson. It''s a little congrattory gift for your reconciliation."


    Justin hesitated for a moment before standing up and taking the box. As he opened it, his expression suddenly turned dark. Inside was a beautiful and realistic white magnolia hairpin.