Cedric glanced at Scarlett through the rearview mirror, but when he saw Scarlett's husband's face darken, he withdrew his gaze to look at the street ahead.
"I will! I already promised him to come. Or else he will show tantrums again!" Scarlett chuckled, unable to hide the funny image that crossed her mind when Rex was angry.
"Haha... Indeed. Young Master will make a scene if you do not come." Cedric said. Even though he could laugh now, inside, he felt sorry for Young Master Rex.
This Miss Scarlett was supposed to be Rex's bride. Everyone in Morrison Mansion knew about it but suddenly they heard she married Xander Riley. The news was like a heavy blow to Old Master Morrison, but the old man couldn't do much because it was Scarlett's decision.
When Cedric and Scarlett chatted, Xander could only keep silent while holding back his annoyance. And he doesn't know why he feels that way.
Trying to divert his mind, Xander shifted his gaze to look outside the car.
But then, a small and delicate hand grabbed his hand and squeezed it gently. When he saw those little hands making the corners of his lips, curl up slightly into a loving smile.
Xander's mood, which had fallen to the bottom, slowly rose. He felt happy because it was rare for this girl to show intimacy first.
ραпdα nᴏνa| сom He wrapped her tiny hand as he slowly raised his head to meet her beautiful smile, and he felt much better after seeing her loving gaze.
How could he still feel worried about losing her if they had become one? This woman is his wife! That bastard Rex had no chance of stealing her. Never in this lifetime!!
The whole way, they didn't speak. They were lost in each other's thoughts, but their hands were still entangled.
...
Their car headed to the other side of the island. It was scarce for Scarlett to visit this place because this area was known as private property, not a tourist area.
It wasn't long before they arrived at a large black gate. From the entrance, they passed a long road flanked by large tall trees with leaves starting to turn yellow and orange. The autumn vibe in this place looks so pretty.
This was the first time Scarlett had realized that there was a large villa in this area. She couldn't see a three-story building from the street with a classic design that stood majestically. She was astonished to learn that this property belonged to the Morrison family.
How come she never knew about this? Did Rex buy this villa before he met her?
Scarlett could see Patrick Morrison standing beside Rex as the car stopped in front of the house. They have similar faces. However, Patrick Morrison was the opposite of a slim and athletic Rex. He looks chubby and bulky with gray hair. But they have the same eyes, deep blue.
"Oh my dear, Scarlett, welcome..." Patrick Morrison walked towards Scarlett as soon as he saw her leave the car. "You look beautiful as always, my girl! Come, come to Grandpa..." His voice was gentle, like talking to his little granddaughter.
Scarlett was embarrassed to be treated like a little kid by Patrick in front of Xander and Walter Riley, but she couldn't help. Patrick was always like this when they met.
She smiled back at him and took his hug. For some reason, she felt like hugging her grandfather, whom she had longed for. She'd never met them, which is why she already considered Patrick Morrison her grandfather after Rex's parents considered her as their own daughter.
"Grandpa! I think I miss you more…" Scarlett said sincerely.
But Rex, who heard Scarlett's words, couldn't help but comment, "Little sister, if you miss him that much, you should visit him more often. Well, just for your information, this old man always asks you every time I visit him!!"
Rex shook his head in annoyance when he remembered how his grandfather scolded him every time he showed up and didn't take Scarlett with him.
Scarlett didn't bother listening to Rex's annoyance. She kept talking to Patrick Morrison until he saw Xander and Walter Riley standing behind her.
Patrick Morrison was stunned. Can't believe what he's seeing because he's promised to meet Walter Riley later that night, at dinner with the others.
"Old Riley, you came too!?" Patrick Morrison laughs happily. He let go of Scarlett and hugged his friend. "Sorry, Walter, I forgot to tell you I invited Scarlett and Xander to have lunch with me. Well, since you're already here, it's even better!"
"Hahaha, Old man, are you starting to become forgetful?" Walter Riley laughed before continuing, "You must go to the hospital immediately, my friend."
"Walter my dear friend, don't say that..." Patrick said, shaking his head in annoyance, then his gaze fixed on the young man beside Walter.
Patrick smiled, "Xander, I haven't seen you for a long time. It's been 8 years if I'm not mistaken. Ah... Anyways, come here. Let me hug you too!" He pulled Xander into his arms.
Xander awkwardly accepted Patrick's hug.
"Nice to meet you, Grandpa Morrison!"
"Congratulations Xander, you're finally married. And, what surprised me the most was that you married my granddaughter Scarlett..." Patrick patted Xander's shoulder gently, then looked at Scarlett. "Girl! Why did you hide your relationship with Xander from this old man?"
Hearing Patrick's question, Scarlett immediately felt her throat go dry. How could she inform him, even herself, didn't know she married Xander so soon! She never imagined that such an outrageous thing would happen to her.
"G-Grandpa! We better go in... it's quite cold here." Scarlett changed the subject, not wanting to talk about her meeting with Xander, or the elders would find out if she was lying.
"I'm sorry this old man forgot to invite you in..." said Patrick Morrison.
He ushered them into the living room. A very spacious place, like a lounge, with a direct view of the white sandy beach, which is only separated by a large glass wall.
