She Was the Treasure All Along novel Chapter 163

Lucian took in their pale faces, then stood up. "It seems my presence is no longer needed. I'll be going now."

Loyce rose as well. "I'll see you out."

"Let Forrest do it," Gordon said suddenly. "Loyce, come help me to the garden for a walk. I'd like to see the flowers."

The faint smile on Lucian's lips flattened, and a complex emotion flickered in his eyes.

Forrest stepped between him and Loyce. "Let's go. I'll escort you."

Loyce accompanied her grandfather to the glass conservatory behind the manor. Inside, a vast new patch of roses was in full, glorious bloom, their petals shimmering beautifully in the moonlight.

"Is there something you wanted to talk about, Grandpa?"

Gordon considered his words for a moment before asking, "What do you think of that young man from the Shapiro family?"

Loyce blinked. "He's a credit to the nation, a man of rare talent."

"And do you... like him?" Gordon pressed. "I know you're at an age where these feelings start to blossom, and I wanted to say..."

"You think I'm dating Lucian?" Loyce asked with a small smile.

Gordon hesitated, then said, "Lucian has a betrothal, an arranged marriage. The girl is still studying abroad in Engloria, but she'll be returning soon."

Loyce was taken aback. "I didn't know that. Why are you telling me this, Grandpa?"

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