Chapter 290 – Returning to Her Not-So-Poor Family

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But Mirabella could see that she was getting tired, so she planned to leave after finishing her coffee, allowing Grandma Shirley to rest

Just then, Brodie came over to report, “Mr. Winters heard that Shirley woke up, so he came to visit.”

“Mr Winters is here?” Phillip was all smiles, telling Brodie to let him in

“Since we have a guest” Mirabella was just about to get up and leave when she saw Phillip wave his hand and say, “Hold your horses. I’ve got to introduce you to Mr. Winters. Let him get a little green–eyed, knowing my grandson has a fiancée.”

Brodie brought in an older gentleman, followed by a young girl.

The girl was only about seventeen or eighteen, with long, straight hair cascading over her shoulders and delicate skin. Her eyes were filled with pride, which surprised everyone present.

“Please take a seat Phillip invited them to sit down, “My wife’s awakening is all thanks to my grandson’s fiancéel

“Really?” Mr. Winters looked at the girl beside him, finding her even prettier than his granddaughter, with delicate features and an extraordinary aura.

Mirabella also greeted him with a smile.

Mr. Winters was a bit puzzled. Weren’t there supposed to be a marriage agreement between the McMillian and Collins families? Wasn’t Romeo supposed to marry Serena Colling?

How did it suddenly become this girl?

Who was this girl? She seemed even more beautiful than Serena, with a great aura and voice

But what was her background? How could she surpass Serena and be with Romeo

Did she pull some strings behind the scene.

With these thoughts, Mr. Winters‘ impression of Mirabella dropped a bit.

And that girl gave Mirabella a proud look, seemingly a bit hostile.

Phillip trailed off as Brodie brought in the coffee, then continued, “Have a cup of coffee first. It’s made from beans from a 300–year–old tree, and the taste is really rich!”

After his words, he turned to Mirabella with a warm smile, “Bella, give this coffee a try and see how you like it. If you’re into it, feel free to take more to school.”

Enid Winters was taken aback. Recalling an auction a few months ago, these coffee beans were sold for a thousand dollars a gram. And Grandpa Phillip was just casually suggesting this girl take them to school?

Wasn’t this just a waste?

Such expensive coffee should be savored in high–end situations with high–end people. That’s when it held value and meaning.

Letting her take it to school.

Phillip must really think highly of this girl.

Mirabella took a sip from her cup, the rich and mellow flavor lingering on her lips. It was indeed a great coffee.

After taking a sip, Enid glanced at Mirabella. She probably hadn’t tasted such pricey coffee in her life, had she? And how did she manage to stick around Romeo and even win over Phillip. She thought that outshining Serena would be enough to be with Romeo smoothly, but then this girl appeared.

Mr. Winters, after a sip of his coffee, was curious about Mirabella’s identity and couldn’t resist asking Phillip, “Your grandson’s fiancée is still in school?”

“Yeah, Westerly College specially invited her! With her brains, she doesn’t really need college, and she’s just there out of respect for that old man.” Phillip responded proudly, with a bit of bragging in his tone.

Invited by Westerly College??

That eccentric old man from Westerly College thought most brilliant students were just average. Who could possibly get an invitation from him?

Before Mr. Winters could ask, Phillip couldn’t help blur the truth, “Not just Westerly College, Helgen College, Morrowind College, Summerfield College. Even famous foreign universities are vying for her. She’s this year’s top scorer, Mirabella!”

“So she’s the top scorer. No wonder.” Mr. Winters looked surprised, and he didn’t expect the top scorer his granddaughter had been grumbling about all summer was right in front of him.

His granddaughter should’ve been the top scorer, but she had a stomach upset on the exam day, and her performance was far from her best.

Seeing that this girl not only topped the class but also scored full marks.

Her academic ability must be powerful.

“My granddaughter, Enid, is in the same school.”

Phillip was surprised by this news, “Enid’s also at Westerly College? I bet she’s heard of Bella! I heard Bella’s been the talk of the college since day one.”

“Haha.” Mr. Winters didn’t expect Phillip to be so fond of this quiet and well–behaved girl. He laughed, “Isn’t all the colleges having their outdoor training? Enid didn’t attend as she’s afraid of getting sunburned.”

“It’s a great opportunity to train. It won’t cause sunburn. Look at Bella, she’s been training for a week, and her skin is still so smooth, haha.”

Mirabella looked at the two old men comparing notes when suddenly, her phone started vibrating.

She checked the caller ID, and it was one of her subordinates. She immediately hung up.

On the other end, her subordinate felt puzzled. Mirabella had been hanging up his calls more frequently since she got together with Romeo.

She’s changed!

She’s had it with him!

He stubbornly dialed again, and this time, Mirabella guessed he had some urgent news, so she excused herself, “Sorry, got to hit the loo.”

Phillip was busy chatting and hearing her excuse. He quickly said, “Brodie, show Bella the way!”

“No worries, I know my way around.”

Enid arched a brow. It looked like this girl was a regular.

Fairfield Manor was huge, and she’d surely get lost without a few visits under her belt.

This place was Grandpa Phillip and Grandma Shirley’s private residence. Not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry could come.

Only those tight with the McMillian family had the privilege.

Just who was this girl who seemed to be a regular visitor?

Wait a minute.

Earlier, Grandpa Phillip had said this girl was named Mirabella.

Could she be from the Collins family?

Kenneth and Louisa only had one daughter, Serena. Was this girl a cousin of Serena’s?

Was she the daughter of Serena’s aunt and uncle?

Enid wasn’t all too familiar with the kids from that side of the family, but she vaguely remembered there being more than one girl.

Who would’ve thought this girl snatched Serena’s fiancé right from under her nose?

How interesting.

If she was of Serena’s rank, Enid might have been a bit cautious, but if she was the daughter of Serena’s aunt and uncle, Enid had no reason to hold back.

Who didn’t know that Serena’s aunt and uncle were worse off than Kenneth?

If they were to compare, the Winters family was better off.

Romeo knew Mirabella had received a call and had business to attend to, so he didn’t accompany her.

“Grandma Shirley, would you like some coffee?” Enid took the initiative to pour a cup of coffee and hand it to Shirley warmly, smiled after Mirabella had left, “We’re so glad to know you’re awake.”

“Yes, we wanted to come see you as soon as we got the news.” Mr. Winters added.

“Thank you, but I can’t drink it.” Grandma Shirley declined the coffee with a kind smile. The coffee was too strong, and she couldn’t drink it after just recovering from, illness.

“Shall I get you some water then?” Enid put down the coffee cup and asked Brodie to pour some water, acting like the hostess.

Before she’d even finished speaking, Brodie stepped forward, “There are more guests, Suri and Jessamyn.”

Mr. Winters‘ words were cut off, so he had to pause and wait for the right moment.

Suri and Jessamyn were Phillip’s old friends‘ daughters–in–law. They must have come to see Grandma Shirley upon hearing she’d woken up.

Out of respect for his old friends, Phillip had them shown in.

“Shirley, you’re finally awake. I’m so relieved, and I’ve been praying for you every day.” Suri, on arrival, couldn’t help but get emotional. Her voice choked.

Jessamyn was in the same boat. With tears in her eyes, she said with gratitude, “Thank God, you’re finally awake! God bless, you’re very lucky. It must be Phillip’s love for you that moved God.”

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