Chapter 24

Sir Lowell observed the interactions with a shrewd gaze. After the women left, he turned to Oliver with a knowing smile.

"Oliver, my boy, you've chosen well," he remarked a glint of approval in his eyes. "Emily seems to be a competent young lady. Quite impressive."

Oliver, feeling relieved, nodded. "Thank you, Grandpa. I'm glad you liked her."

Sir Lowell leaned in, his voice low but carrying a sense of authority. "Now, Oliver, why didn't you introduce her to us earlier? You even forced me to use some words."

Oliver shook his head, accepting a glass from the roaming servers. "You can use 'ultimatum', Grandpa."

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