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Chapter 281 She’s Always Been Like That 

A jolt of unease stabbed through Emily’s heart upon learning from Ethan that Matthew had gone to Joy Gardens. 

After a quick moment of quiet contemplation, she sighed, yielding, “Alright, noted.” 

She then motioned towards Aaron, who was loitering by the taxi, and said in an amicable tone, “Aaron, head back first. I’ll take you out for dinner next time.” 

Aaron managed a faint smile with a hint of something unreadable in his eyes and simply replied, “Sure thing. I’ll be looking forward to it.” 

With a warm, parting smile, Emily slipped into Ethan’s car. 

By the time the vehicle pulled into Joy Gardens, night had fully descended, and the clock was pushing past eight. 

Inside the living room, Matthew was seated on the sofa, his body propped up by a walking stick. His casual yet well–tailored outfit only amplified his natural air of authority. 

The corners of his mouth lifted slightly at the sight of Emily and Ethan entering together. 

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said, a tinge of concern lacing his words. 

Emily, unfazed, responded smoothly, “Grandpa, I swung by my parents‘ place.” 

Matthew’s brow furrowed with worry. “Sophie doesn’t look 

well. You should stick around with her more often in the 

coming days.” 

“Sure,” Emily replied simply. 

That afternoon, both she and Sophia had been discharged from the hospital. 

Emily cared little about Matthew’s opinions. 

In just twenty days, she’d be completely out of the Wilson family’s life. 

So, for now, she found it easier to just nod and agree with 

whatever he said. 

A pleased smile spread across Matthew’s face as he saw her docile response. 

Meanwhile, in the living room, Gloria was lounging on the couch in front of the coffee table, munching on grapes and engrossed in the TV show. 

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Too absorbed in her show to notice the group, Gloria remained unaware of the conversation unfolding. 

Matthew, however, caught sight of her plain–dressed figure. 

Mistaking her for a servant, he scoffed, “What’s the deal? Since when do the servants here get to sit around like they’re part of the family?” 

Gloria’s head snapped up at the sharp comment. At the sight of Matthew, dressed in high–end clothes and exuding an air of wealth, a wave of fear shot through her. 

Taking in Emily and Ethan standing beside him, she quickly deduced that this imposing old man must be Ethan’s grandfather. 

Before she could utter an apology, Emily chimed in with a sharp rebuke, “Gloria, have you completely forgotten the rules of Joy Gardens?” 

Gloria’s temper flared, but with Matthew watching, she forced herself to swallow her anger. 

She got up from the couch, walked over to Emily, and 

whispered respectfully, “Mrs. Wilson, if you’re hungry, just say the word.” 

Emily gave her a smirk and casually said, “Gloria, I’m craving07 Beef Wellington.” 

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Mrs. Wilson.” 

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Beef Wellington was no ordinary dish. It required a beef tenderloin to be seared, then layered with a rich mushroom duxelles and coated with a slice of prosciutto before being encased in puff pastry. Every step was painstakingly detailed, aiming for that perfect, flaky golden–brown exterior. 

With a tight–lipped frown, Gloria made her way to the kitchen, muttering under her breath about Emily’s power–tripping in front of Matthew. 

Immediately, Matthew asked, “Emily, it’s way past bedtime. Don’t you think you’re putting the maid through the wringer?” 

Emily, unfazed, retorted cool–handedly, “Really? Gloria’s all about cooking up a storm. She wouldn’t mind, even at this 

hour.” 

Matthew dropped the subject. But then, a lightbulb went off in Emily’s head. She turned to Ethan and piped up, “Oh, snap! I recall Granddad’s head–over–heels for Lobster Thermidor. Since Gloria’s already in the kitchen, how about getting her to whip one up for him?” 

Emily said this with a sly glint in her eye, and Ethan’s face clouded over. 

However, Matthew refused, “It’s too late. Eating heavy stuff 4/7. 

now’s a no–go for the stomach.” 

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take a leaf out of Granddad’s book and lay off the greasy grub?” 

Emily knew Ethan was sticking up for Gloria, but she dug in her heels. “But I’m still hankering for something to eat. And you told me not to starve myself, remember?” 

Knowing Emily was being a pain on purpose. Ethan said seriously, “Have something else. Skip the Beef Wellington.” 

But Emily was as stubborn as a mule. “I’m set on having that Beef Wellington.” 

As the air grew thick with tension, Matthew stepped in to defuse the situation. “Come on, let the girl have what she wants. It’s no biggie.” 

With Matthew’s say–so, Ethan had to back down. 

Just then, a soft voice floated in from the door, “Ethan.” 

It was Nancy, back home. 

The moment she walked in, her eyes landed on Matthew in the living room. 

Even though they’d never crossed paths, Nancy pegged him as Ethan’s grandfather right away. 

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eager to hear his answer. 

Ethan, as calm as a cucumber, replied, “She’s Sophie’s tutor.” 

Matthew frowned, “Sophie’s just a tot. What’s the need for a tutor?” 

“Sophie’s glued to the tablet. Thought a tutor could show her other things,” Ethan explained. 

Before Matthew could say more, Nancy bowed deeply and chirped, “Good evening, Sir Wilson.” 

“Evening,” Matthew replied with a warm smile. 

Seeing the friendly smile, Nancy lost her jitters. 

“Sir Wilson, I’ll head upstairs to hang out with Sophie, okay?” 

Matthew nodded. “Sure thing.” 

“Sir Wilson, you get some shut–eye early. Good night!” Nancy beamed. 

All through this, Nancy didn’t even give Emily the time of day. 

After Nancy disappeared upstairs, Matthew remarked, “That girl’s a keeper. Cheerful and full of life. I think she’ll be great for Sophie.” 

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she’s always been like that.” 

As he spoke, his eyes wandered in the direction Nancy had gone, a touch of pride in them. 

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