âJoseph, the Rehmannia glutinosa you mentioned is too expensive. Itâs not worth it to trade for these few herbs.â Kathy replied coolly.
âI still think itâs worth it, Mrs. Joseph. Itâs indispensable for treating your grandpaâs health.â
âBut...â
âNo buts. This is our gift to grandpa. This is going to show my sincerity. Do you get that?â
Kathy could only remain silent.
Although she knew fully well that Joseph was disgustingly rich, but this price tag of tens of millions of yuan had far exceeded what she could accept as something normal.
However, when she thought of her grandpaâs health, she supposed that she would probably do the same thing if this magical herb could really improve his health.
It was just that Joseph was by her side, and he had helped her resolve most of her problems.
Kathy stood on tiptoes as she levelled her gaze with his.
âI got it, Joseph. I know why you are being so nice to me...â Kathy looked at him with passionate eyes.
From time to time, she would begin to feel that this was all part of her imagination.
Nevertheless, the man standing in front of her could only be Joseph.
They were married for a little more than a year.
Joseph immediately glued his lips to her, and it was an intense and domineering kiss. He clasped his hands on her waist and their bodies intertwined.
All his answers could be found in his kiss...
...
The next day, John sent the Rehmannia glutinosa from the Josephâs mansion to them. Joseph and Kathy once again returned to this stall.
The old man was already wrapping up the herb which was asked for by Kathy. He took the Rehmannia glutinosa in his palms and a trembling excitement was evident in his eyes.
âI canât believe that I would be able to lay my eyes on this while I am still alive.â
âUncle, we will take our leave now. Thanks for the herbs.â Kathy bade him farewell politely.
Kathy didnât understand the full extent of the powers of this Rehmannia glutinosa. This herb was apparently so rare and treasured that even the boss was in such an awe.
She couldnât help asking Joseph, âDo you know what purpose that herb serves? Why was it sold in limited numbers back then?â
âIt is used to control the spread of cancer cells but it never got its proper sanction and affirmation from authorities. Therefore it couldnât be launched to the market publicly. However, the effects of this herb was so shocking that it shook the world at that time. The impact had caused it to become a revered item which was so rare that even one couldnât buy it with a sky-high price.â
Kathy listened to him while feeling astonished. No wonder...
âThen why do you have this herb in your possession?â
âSomeone gave it to me a few years back.â
âSo, it means that you have several rare herbs in your possession all along?â Kathy raised her eyebrows.
Joseph smiled in response, âThere is a herb chamber owned by the Josephs. It is filled with all kinds of rare herbs and medicines. Let me show you that place when we go back.â
âWow! You are really a treasure collector!â Kathy exclaimed.
âTreasure collector?â Joseph squinted his brows.
âYes, I am saying that my husband is amazing!â
Josephâs smile deepened even further, and Kathy was almost intoxicated by his smile the more she stared at his face.
His smile was always so irresistible.
...
In the blink of an eye, it was Sunday again. Zackâs birthday party was held in the garden of the Booth mansion.
Jennifer had already set everything in order, and Kathy also came earlier to help.
âWhere is Joseph?â Jennifer asked.
âHe has a meeting today, so heâll be late.â
âYou are going back very soon. I will be sad if that happens.â Jennifer sighed.
Although the Hilton family had settled down in City N, she still had to keep Jennifer company during this period of time.
âMum, Iâll stop by often.â
âThat will be great. I am just worried about dad...â Jenniferâs eyes gradually reddened.
At the mention of Zackâs name, anybody would fall into a bad mood.
âIâll go visit grandpa.â
Kathy ascended the stairs, and she coincidentally bumped into Bertie who had just exited grandpaâs room.
âGrandpa is feeling unwell. He has just fallen asleep.â Bertie furrowed her brows.
âWhat happened?â Kathy was about to go into his room as she asked worriedly.
Bertie halted her, âGrandpa is asleep now, so you shouldnât bother him. Let him get some rest so that he would feel more refreshed later.â
Kathy frowned slightly and decided not to go in for now.
She followed Bertie to help around in the garden. Due to grandpaâs health, the food served were largely light in terms of their taste and texture.
Jennifer had cooked these dishes personally while Kathy was helping in the kitchen.
It was evening shortly after, and seeing that Joseph was not back yet, Kathy made a call to him.
However, her calls werenât picked up after ringing for some time. There was a busy tone at the other end.
She knitted her brows worriedly as Jennifer asked with great concern, âJoseph isnât back yet?â
âI donât know the reason, and I canât get through to his phone.â
âThereâs only half an hour until the start of the ceremony.â Jennifer reminded her.
Kathy could only call John who was travelling back and forth between City N and Country B.
âThe president has gone to the drug control institute today, but he should be out by now.â
âItâs getting late now but I still canât reach him.â
âI will stop by the drug control institute later because I canât get through to him too.â John frowned as he replied.
âIâll wait for your news.â
Kathy suddenly felt a little restless.
Soon, grandpa descended the stairs slowly with the help of his butler, and finally a smile reappeared on Jenniferâs face.
Zack sat down on the main seat around the table and all the other attendees took their seats after him.
There was an empty seat beside Kathy. Zack asked in a feeble voice, âWhere is Joseph?â
âHeâs still working in the company.â Kathy looked awkward as she answered him.
âI see. I guess he doesnât want to see me anymore.â Zack commented with a low voice.
Kathy immediately consoled him, âGrandpa, of course thatâs not it. Joseph is rushing back as we speak. We have prepared a gift for you long time ago.â
After saying that, Kathy handed the herb container to her grandfather.
âGrandpa, this porcelain container has been passed down since the era of Qing Yong. It is an antique with exceptional quality, and the herb inside it is even more precious. It will help with your health tremendously.â
âMy dear granddaughter, I like this porcelain container since it looks really good. However, I donât think the herb will be able to help me. I know that my time is up. After all, I know my own body the best.â Zack said with emotion.
âGrandpa, as long as there is even a tiny hope, I will never give up on you.â Kathy replied with conviction.
The butler hurriedly summoned the family doctor since they finally had this herb. They were visibly happy at this fact.
âMrs. Joseph, this is the precise combination of herbs that Iâm looking for. I really couldnât find them no matter how I sought.â
My Sweetheart ï¤Chapter 292 Willing To Spend My Time With You Genius Son Sells his Mom to Dad Kathy answered with a smile, âThis is all because of Joseph.â
âThen Iâll have to thank him for that.â
âGrandpa, this is my gift to you. It is an antique as well, but it is one that was passed down from the Ming dynasty.â Bertie announced while presenting a gift of her own.
Zack let out a guffaw, âI was not able to bid for this porcelain piece at the auction last time. How were you able to buy it?â
âGrandpa, I canât tell you the details for now, but as long as youâre happy now that you can own it, I will be happy too.â
âOf course Iâm happy.â
The ambience at the ceremony wasnât too bustling, but all the family members presented their gifts one after another, which put the grandfather in a good mood.
Kathy still didnât see any signs of Joseph after so long. Since John had gone to the Marshall Group, she lost all contact with him too.
Bertie handed her a glass of red wine as she asked Kathy with concern, âWhat is on your mind?â
âIt has nothing to do with you.â Kathy bit her lips as she replied faintly.
âIt must have something to do with Joseph, right? I donât think he values grandpaâs birthday at all.â Bertie said coldly.
âThatâs not true. Heâs very concerned with grandpa.â
âThen where is he now? The ceremony is coming to an end, and grandpa has already gone back to his room.â
âHe...â Kathyâs head drooped.
Suddenly, a weird sensation came from somewhere in her body. She furrowed her eyebrows slightly.
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