Chapter 374 – Returning to Her Not-So-Poor Family

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“Then bring him to see me another day.’ Cornelia looked at her lovingly. “You grew up being protected, and you can’t be wronged by others. I wants to see his character and see if he will treat you well in the future. I do hope you will be happy all your life.”

A surge of emotion washed over Serena. “Thank you, Grandma.”

Indeed, only her grandparents seemed to truly adore her, unlike her parents and brothers who were always revolving around Mirabella.

Cornelia took Mirabella’s hand again. “You are going to marry into the McMillian family in the future, so your wedding will be more luxurious than Serena’s.”

At this, Serena was taken aback.

Cornelia thought to herself that the Collins and McMillian family’s wedding would undoubtedly be watched by countless eyes. If her biological granddaughter’s wedding was on the same scale as that of her adopted granddaughter, it would undoubtedly lead to gossip, suggesting that the Collins family did not value their own blood.

Even if the McMillian family had no objections, their relatives would surely think that Serena’s husband was not as well-off as the McMillians. Moreover. Having Serena’s wedding on the same scale as Mirabella’s would indirectly disrespect the McMillian family.

Furthermore, considering they had deprived Mirabella of so much over the past eighteen years, they thought having Serena’s wedding on the same scale would be unfair to Mirabella.

Upon hearing this, Serena felt her earlier feelings of gratitude vanish, which was replaced by a glimmer of disappointment in her eyes, but she dared not reveal that.

Ever since Mirabella returned to this family, everything that belonged to Serena was snatched away, leaving her with nothing.

Even the love her grandmother had for her had dwindled.

Mirabella, however, calmly said, “The scale of the wedding doesn’t matter, as long as he truly loves me.”

“You are indeed special,’ Cornelia said, looking at her appreciatively, “I just wonder when your grandfather will wake up, and if he’ll be able to see you two get married.”

“He should be awake in a day or two,’ Mirabella responded.

“Really?” Cornelia asked, surprised, “Are you sure?”

“Yes, Mirabella said, confident in her medical skills. If it weren’t for the pill that had rolled under David’s shoe previously, her grandparents would have recovered within a month.

Later, finding the medicine took quite a bit of time.

“Mom, Bella’s a miracle doctor; Louisa assured her, grinning, “If she says it’ll work, then it definitely will.”

“Is your grandfather’s condition severe? Will he be able to walk after he wakes up?” Cornelia asked seriously.

“Neither of you will be able to walk for the time being; Mirabella admitted, “But you can both use wheelchairs to get some fresh air outside.”

Upon hearing that they would not be able to walk, Cornelia was a bit disappointed, but she quickly asked, “When can we be discharged?”

“In about one or two days after you wake up,’ Mirabella answered. “I’ll bring the rest of the medicine home, but it’s a bit bitter. You’ll have to take it.”

“That’s alright; Cornelia replied, her eyes crinkling in a smile. She seemed to be more pleased with her biological granddaughter than before.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Lucas, Beverly, and Alma arrived.

“Mom, I rushed right over when I heard you woke up. I can’t believe it’s true!” Beverly dashed towards Cornelia, wrapping her in a warm embrace, her cries filled with deep emotion. “We were so worried about you. Thank God you’re awake!”

“I’ve heard you visited half as often as Louisa!” Cornelia said, feigning annoyance.

“Mom, we’ve been busy. Louisa and Kenneth were here too? And Serena and Bella!” Beverly looked around, noticing the other people in the room. She praised Mirabella in front of everyone, “This girl is polite, responsible, beautiful, and talented.”

“Yeah, Beverly and I both adore her’ Lucas interjected.

“I also like Bella, Serena, don’t you?” Alma never missed an opportunity to provoke Serena.

Serena gave a graceful smile, “Of course, who wouldn’t like such an outstanding girl?”

“I thought you might hold a grudge against Bella because of Romeo.” Alma said, her smile innocent and pure.

“Why would I? Who my brother-in-law likes is his business. Besides, I have a boyfriend now.”

Serena suppressed her urge to hit Alma, maintaining her polite smile. “Thank you for your blessings.”

Cornelia, of course, knew her two granddaughters loved to bicker whenever they met. Yet, after so many years, she saw their disputes as harmless banter between children. She had grown accustomed to it.

“You give me a headache as soon as you arrive,’ Cornelia chuckled. “Grandma, you complain if we don’t come, and you complain when we do. So should we come or not?”

Alma complained playfully, taking Cornelia’s hand. “Do you only not get a headache when Serena visits? You’ve always favored her.”

“Nonsense. I treat all my granddaughters equally; Cornelia retorted, suddenly realizing one was missing. “Where’s your sister?”

“She’s still abroad and couldn’t make it back.”

Seeing Cornelia’s slightly annoyed expression, Alma quickly added, “If she knew you were awake, she’d be on the next flight home.”

Cornelia chuckled.

After a while of casual conversation, Alma suggested, “Serena, I heard you’ve been making fruit salad lately. How about making one for Grandma?”

“Can Grandma eat fruit?” Serena looked at Mirabella for an answer.

“Yes, in moderation.”

Serena reluctantly picked up a few different types of fruit, planning to make a beautiful tree-shaped fruit salad for her grandmother.

“Serena, let me help.”

Knowing Alma had ulterior motives, Serena quickly declined, “No need, I can handle it. You should stay with grandma.”

“Are you scared I’ll steal your thunder? I’m just an assistant, don’t worry.’ Alma cheerfully walked over, picked up a bunch of grapes, and started washing them.

The others didn’t think much of it, their attention returned to Cornelia’s health.

Upon learning that Cornelia woke up because of Mirabella’s medicine, Lucas and Beverly were in disbelief. They never expected their niece to be a miracle doctor!

Alma saw everyone’s attention was elsewhere, and glanced at Serena, who was peeling an apple.

Alma nudged Serena with her elbow, promptly turning around to ask, “Kenneth, Louisa, what kind of fruit would you like? I’ll wash them all together.”

Serena, jostled by the unexpected nudge, accidentally sliced her own finger. A thin line of blood appeared.

Pretending to be surprised, Alma turned back, “Oh, Serena! What happened? Did you cut your finger?

How careless! Mom, call the nurse quickly. A cut could lead to an infection if not treated properly.”

Before Serena could retort, Alma intercepted again, “Serena, are you in a lot of pain? Hang in there, the nurse will be here soon!” She took the fruit and the peeler from Serena’s hand, feigning worry, “You should go and have that wound dressed. I’ll take care of the rest, but I can’t make a fruit salad. We’ll have to wait for you to do it for Grandma.”

“Did Serena cut her finger?” Cornelia asked and called for the nurse immediately, “Take Serena to get her wound looked at.”

“Certainly, Madam,’ the nurse responded politely and quickly whisked Serena away.

“Serena never used to know how to make a fruit salad, let alone peel fruits.” Alma sighed as she washed the fruits, “Unlike me, I’ve been slaving away in the kitchen since I was a kid”

“What do you mean ‘slaving’? I was training you!” Beverly feigned anger.

“Yeah, right. You just didn’t pamper your children like they do.”

Upon hearing this, Beverly turned to Cornelia, “Mom, look at your darling granddaughter.”

Cornelia was lost in thought.

She pondered on Alma’s words. Serena never knew how to peel fruits, let alone make a fruit salad.

Had she learned to impress the family?

If that were true, Serena’s situation was a bit pitiful.

Suddenly, Alma interrupted Cornelia’s thoughts, “Grandma, my mom is ratting me out again. You have to say something.”

Mirabella, on the other hand, watched the scene with indifference.

She thought Serena was silly for not defending herself and letting others slander her. However, she chose to stay out of it and simply watched the drama unfold.

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