Lynn smiled secretly in her heart, and her eyes fell on the pile of fruits that Elton brought. “Sister-in-law, did you buy cherries too? Why do they look much smaller than the ones bought by my sister-in-law?”
Clara paused and said in a gentle tone, “How can our family compare to my sister-in-law’s family?”
Lynn chuckled, “Don’t mention it, it’s true! Big brother and sister-in-law’s family is naturally unmatched by anyone.”
Myrna curled her lips and said casually: “Second aunt, what fruit did you buy?”
Lynn’s smile froze.
Myrna didn’t seem to notice. The bag was right at her feet. She picked it up casually: “Let me see … there are apples, pears, oranges … ”
None of them are expensive fruits in this season.
“Second aunt is the best at choosing. These are dishes that everyone can eat often.”
Lynn found it harsh, but she couldn’t find fault with Myrna’s words: “Yes, yes, I was thinking of buying something that everyone likes … ”
Lynn came from a good family. Her parents were both regular employees of the power bureau and were also minor officials. She was the only daughter in the family, so her life was quite comfortable and she never lacked money since she was a child.
But she is very calculating and not generous to others.
Especially towards family members.
Myrna : “Second aunt is so thoughtful.”
Lynn : ” ?? ”
“Ahem … ” Jane coughed lightly, “Stop talking, eat some fruit.”
“Okay, thank you, auntie.” Myrna took a cherry and put it in her mouth. “It’s really sweet.”
Lynn, however, had no appetite for the food.
She felt embarrassed and turned to look at her husband, hoping for a few words of comfort.
But Adam didn’t even look at her.
“Mom, eat two more, they’re crispy and sweet!” Jenny motioned for her to hurry up, otherwise they would be gone soon.
Lynn : ” ?? ”
“Eat, eat, eat. All you do is eat. You two are here to torture me!”
Jenny : “?” Are you sick?
Adam : “???” Get treatment as soon as possible.
Soon it was twelve o’clock, and the nanny had come out of the kitchen and asked three or four times when dinner could be served. Jane said, “Wait a little longer. Earl hasn’t finished yet.”
Grandma nodded immediately: “Wait until everyone is gathered before arranging it.”
Another hour passed, and Jane began to look towards the study upstairs: “Mom and Dad, how about we eat first? We can’t let everyone wait with an empty stomach, right?”
“That’s okay. I’m not hungry anyway. Are you hungry, old man?”
“Not hungry.”
“Is anyone hungry?” Grandma then looked at everyone.
There was a sudden silence.
“Okay, let’s wait a little longer.” Grandma made the final decision.
Suddenly, “Waiting for what? Waiting for me?”
A female voice came from the entrance. She took off her down jacket, revealing a black suit. Her hair was neatly tied up and fixed behind her head.
” Charlotte ?!” Grandma stood up from the sofa and looked at her daughter. “Didn’t you say you had to be on duty? Can’t you come?”
Charlotte is the head of a bank branch and had to be on duty over Christmas , so she informed her grandmother in advance that she would not be able to come.
“I’ll ask the people below to help watch over it. I’ll be gone for a while, maybe even some time to have a meal. It shouldn’t be a big problem.” She said as she changed her shoes.
“Sister-in-law, second sister-in-law, second brother, Elton , third sister-in-law … ” She began to greet everyone one by one, and the next second, her eyes fell on Myrna , ” Myrna is back?”
“Aunt.” Myrna called.
“You’ve grown up and become more beautiful, but … ” His eyes swept across Myrna ‘s face, then fell on the bag next to her hand, and he couldn’t help but frowned.
” Charlotte , come here and have some fruit.” Jane greeted warmly.
Charlotte smiled and took out a small box and handed it over: “New Year’s gift, sister-in-law, you have worked hard for the whole family this year.”
Jane was a little surprised. “For me?”
“certainly.”
” Charlotte, you’re so polite!” Jane took it and put it aside, planning to open it later.
Charlotte took the initiative to say, “It’s a pure gold bracelet. If you don’t like the style, you can take it to Jinluoge for an exchange.”
Lynn exclaimed: ” Charlotte is so generous, she gave me a solid gold bracelet … ”
Charlotte raised her eyebrows, looking a little proud, but she was very humble: “No, sister-in-law, what good things haven’t you seen? What’s this of mine?”
“They are all sisters-in-law. My eldest sister-in-law has it, but what about me and Clara ?” Lynn said half-jokingly and half-seriously, “You are the president of the bank. You usually deal with big clients. You should know this bit of social etiquette, right?”
Charlotte doesn’t spoil her: “Second sister-in-law, do you mean you want it too?”
Lynn smiled and said, “Who doesn’t want a gold bracelet? Sister-in-law, do you want one?”
The conversation turned to Clara , and Lynn and Charlotte looked over at the same time.
Clara : ” … ”
“Sister-in-law, are you talking?”
At the critical moment, Elton spoke up: “She doesn’t like wearing jewelry. She has never worn any jewelry I gave her.”
Lynn curled her lips and thought that a bumpkin is a bumpkin and he doesn’t even like gold jewelry.
“My sister-in-law doesn’t like it, but I do!” Lynn said shamelessly, ” Charlotte , you won’t be partial to one, right?”
Charlotte : “Okay, then my second sister-in-law will also host a meal for everyone at your house some other day. Are you worried that there won’t be any gifts to receive?”
Lynn’s face darkened.
Her family doesn’t have a villa, so it would be difficult for such a large group of people to move around.
“If you feel your home is too small, you can treat everyone to a meal at a restaurant outside.” Charlotte seemed to know what she was thinking. Without waiting for Lynn to open her mouth to refuse, she blocked her way.
Lynn : ” ?? ”
Are you kidding me? For such a large group of people, they must have two or three tables. The restaurant is not good enough if it is not of a good quality.
How much will this cost?
If I accept a gold bracelet from her, I’m afraid all the extra money will be spent on it.
“Oh, I was just joking, but Charlotte took it seriously.”
Charlotte pouted.
“It’s almost two o’clock, do you want to eat or not?” Lynn tried to make small talk to ease the awkwardness.
Just saying this …
Obviously even less pleasing.
Grandma’s face darkened: “You didn’t eat breakfast? Why are you so hungry?”
Lynn choked.
Myrna saw everyone’s expressions and glanced at the wall clock. At this time, they were still making people wait. Either they were really busy or they were just being arrogant …
At this moment, a voice came from the second floor–
“Why hasn’t the meal been served yet?”
Earl walked down the stairs, wearing a polo shirt and light-colored casual pants.
Although he has gained a lot of weight in middle age and has a beer belly, his face still shows the handsomeness and good looks of his youth.
Lynn secretly curled her lips when she heard this, thinking: If you don’t come, who would dare to eat?
Jane saw her husband finished his work, smiled and went to greet him, explaining: “Originally, we planned to eat first, but everyone said they would wait for you to join us. I thought it would be more fun to have everyone together during Christmas , so … ”
“What are you waiting for me to do?” Earl frowned, “Let everyone go hungry? And my parents are old, can they stand being so hungry?”
“I … ” Jane was at a loss. She wanted to explain but didn’t know how to start.
” Earl , why are you blaming Jane ? We were the ones who made her wait. How can we celebrate Christmas if the whole family is not together ?” Grandma immediately spoke up for her daughter-in-law.
Charlotte also nodded: “How can you blame the sister-in-law? Eating later won’t kill you.”
Earl’s expression improved: “Okay, then don’t delay, let’s eat.”
At the dinner table–
Lynn looked around and fixed her eyes on Myrna : ” Myrna , didn’t your boyfriend come back with you for Christmas ?”