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Chapter 460
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After Bette left, Daron clearly lost his appetite. He quickly finished his meal, put down his fork, and got up to leave.
Seeing that, Marina looked up, her eyes following his retreating figure.
Noticing Marina was about to get up, Harris said to her with a warm smile, “Marina, Durif specially prepared some of your favorite dishes tonight just for you. So, have more.
‘As for Daron, let him go if he wants. He’s never been treated this coldly by his sister before. Let him stew over it for a while. Don’t let him ruin your appetite.”
Hearing Harris’s words, Marina paused, stopped herself from getting up, and sat back down.
Okay, Mr. Zamora,” Marina answered obediently.
She did as Harris suggested, quietly sitting in her seat and continuing her meal.
Meanwhile, Durif and Harris kept chatting.
The two men, both nearly eighty, had already polished off quite a bit of red wine.
By the time dinner was over, Harris’s face was flushed, and his steps were a little unsteady.
Seeing this, the butler hurried over to help him.
Durif’s face was flushed too as he chatted with Harris.
Noticing it was getting late, Harris flashed a cheerful smile and waved goodbye to Durif.
Marina spotted Daron out in the Blanchard family’s yard. He was holding his phone, seemingly engrossed in something on
he screen.
Daron, your two grandpas are both drunk. Let’s head back,” Marina called out as she walked over. When she got closer, she noticed he was staring at a photo on his screen.
The picture was of a table loaded with all kinds of dishes.
As soon as Marina came up, Daron immediately put his phone away and glanced behind her.
Both Harris and Durif were a bit drunk.
They’d already said their goodbyes several times, but still clasped each other’s hands tightly, lost in conversation,
Their talk wandered from north to south, from their early business days to everything that had happened since.
Eventually, the conversation turned to Wilhelmina
Guilt was written all over Harris’s face as he said. “Durif, I owe you an apology. I failed to protect your girl
Durif waved it off and said, “Hey, that was so long ago. Let’s not bring it up anymore.”
Harris pressed, “No, I need to say this. I failed you, and I failed Bette.”
I
Durif clapped Harris on the shoulder and said, “Harris, you’re drunk. You’re just rambling nonsense now.
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“Come on, head back quickly. I’m also heading inside to rest.
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After that, Durif looked at the Zamora family’s butler and said firmly, “Take good care of Harris and make sure he gets hom
safe,
The butler gave a quick nod at Durif’s instructions. “Don’t worry, Mr. Blanchard
Durif nodded, then turned his gaze to Daron and Marina, saying, “Marina, Daron, Harris’s had a bit too much. Make sure you get him back to the Zamora mansion safe.”
Marina nodded quickly. “Mr. Blanchard, don’t worry. We’ll make sure he gets home safe.
Durif nodded and waved at them. “I’m a little drunk myself. I won’t walk you out. You two head home. I need to get some
rest.”
With that, Durif turned and walked back inside.
Marina watched his resolute figure fade into the house, falling silent for a moment.
When she turned to Daron, she saw he was still watching Durif’s retreating silhouette.
As soon as Durif stepped inside, a servant quickly came over to support him.
Daron kept his eyes on Durif for a long moment before finally looking away. He turned to Marina and said, “Let’s go.”
Marina nodded.
With Harris totally drunk, Marina and Daron had to help him back to the Zamora mansion.
At the Zamora mansion, by the time the car pulled up, Harris was already fast asleep, slumped against the seat.
The butler called out to him a few times, but Harris just mumbled a sleepy “yeah” and didn’t move.
‘Mr. Zamora, we’re home,” the butler said again. Only then did Harris open his eyes and glance at the door.
“Are we home already?” he mumbled, then added, “It’s been ages since I had a drink. I couldn’t help myself tonight and had a couple extra. Didn’t expect it to go straight to my head.
“You really can’t fight getting old, huh.
“Back in my younger days, this little wine would have been just a warm–up.“\
The butler nodded and chimed in, echoing Harris’s words.
He steadied Harris as Harris got out of the car, moving with extra care.
Harris staggered a bit as he took a few steps, his movements a little wobbly
Seeing this, Daron stepped forward and squatted down in front of Harris.
Harris hesitated for a second, then chuckled and said, ‘Daron, what are you doing?
“Let me carry you,” Daron replied.
Harris laughed, “Why do you want to carry me, Daron! I’m not that old. I can still walk on my own
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Daron said, “You used to give me piggyback rides when I was a kid. Now you’re getting older, so it’s my turn to carry you
Harris gave a little laugh and passed his cane over to the butler.
The butler accepted it with a grin.
Daron picked Harris up without much effort and carried him on his back.
As they walked, Daron, with his back to Harris, suddenly said, “Grandpa, you’ve really shouldered a box over the years. Th you”
Harris replied in a calm voice, “Oh, it’s nothing worth mentioning
Marina trailed behind Daron and Harris, taking her time and listening in on their conversation.
long silence, Daron finally said softly, “Grandpa, I’ll make sure to be good to you and Grandpa Durif
the first time Har ed and said, “Yeal
“Durif is right.
Daron carr
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ver heard Daron say something so sentimental. He stayed quiet for a long while, then fin
ow up until you’re married.”
main hall of the Zamora mansion.
e rushed over from the annex.
carrying Harris inside, she looked really anxious.
o Harris? How did he end up like this after just one visit to the Blanchard family? Hayley asked, her voi rm, yet her words carried a subtle undercurrent of dissatisfaction with the Blanchard family.
even spare her a glance, much less respond.
bed his forehead and grumbled, “What’s with all the fuss? I just had a few drinks with Durf, that’s all
noise is giving me a headache.
poke, Harris reached out and took the cane from the butler’s hand
butler quickly handed it over to Harris and went to support him by the other art.
yis walked past Hayley, then turned to Daron and Marina. “Marina, Daron, it’s getting late. You two should head home d get some rest. I’m going to wash up and turn in too.
Earon nodded, looking at Harris as he said, “Alright, please be careful
Harris nodded and walked off toward his room
Daron watched Harris’s back for a moment before finally looking away.
Even though Hayley was standing in the same direction as Harris, Darun didn’t spare her as much as a gl
Hayley felt as if she were completely transparent to Daron
Unease bubbled up inside Hayley She glanced at Darun, sounding a bit resigned as she said, Harrivy not young why mure. Why did he drink so much with Uncle Durif like that
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Daron didn’t respond to Hayley at all. Instead, he turned to Marina and said, “Let’s go. We should head home.”
Marina nodded, trailing after Daron as they left.
Hayley hadn’t expected Daron to ignore her when she tried to talk to him. Surprise flickered in her eyes, and she couldn’t help but call out to him, “Daron…”
Daron stopped in his tracks, but didn’t turn around or even glance at Hayley. His voice was icy as he asked, “What’s up?”
Hayley froze for a second, then shook her head. “Nothing. Take care on your way back.”
Daron didn’t say a word. He just grabbed Marina’s hand and walked off.
As they left, Marina turned to glance at Hayley.
Hayley just stood there, staring after them.
Her eyes were brimming with malice, but when Marina glanced back, she immediately plastered on a smile.
That smile was so stiff that it looked completely insincere.
Marina only glanced at her indifferently before turning away and getting in the car with Daron.
Once they were in the car, Daron told the driver to head to the Blanchard family residence.
Thinking back to how Daron had kept watching Durif walk away earlier, Marina got why he was acting this way now.
Bette had left the Blanchard family’s house today, and Durif had been drinking with Harris all night.
‘Daron is definitely still worried about Durif’s condition, Marina thought to herself. After all, Durif is nearly eighty years
old.‘
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.