Chapter 1243
This incident might have happened decades ago, but for Grandpa Augustine, it felt like it was just yesterday It was still fresh in his mind.
âMan, I messed upâ Grandpa Augustine sighed, âIf Iâd only thought sooner that Granny Rebecca mightâve changed her name, I wouldâve switched up my search tactics. Then maybe, just maybe, I wouldâve found you guys sooner. And if Iâd found you sooner, then maybe Granny Rebecca wouldnât have met a tragic fate Cornelia tried to soothe him. âThe murderer has faced the harsh hand of law and justice has been served. Letâs put it behind us and start afreshâ
âYeahâ Grandpa Augustine nodded, then added. âNelly, I picked out a few potential suitors for you last night. Want me to set up some dates?â
Cornelia winced at the idea. âI just got out of a rough relationship, Iâm not jumping into another one just yet.â
âWho said marriage is a bumpy ride? You just havenât met the right guy yet, thatâs why itâs been tough. Trust me, the boys Iâve lined up for you are topânotch Grandpa Augustine said proudly
Cornelia laughed, âGrandpa Augustine, Iâm not in the mood for dating right now. Can you hold off until Iâm ready to look for Mr. Right?â
Although Grandpa Augustine was pushy, Cornelia didnât mind. Without Granny Rebecca hustling her to get hitched, having Grandpa Augustine nudge her fell somewhat comforting
He didnât actually intend to force Cornelia into anything, he just wanted her to be happy, even without Marcus.
He believed that the best way for Cornelia to get over her failed marriage was to start a new romance.
âNo worries if youâre not ready to date. Just let me tell you about these guys, see if any of them tickles your fancyâ Augustine said.
âAlright, spill the beans Cornelia agreed.
Patricia tried to keep a poker face, but she was trembling inside. Old Augustine better not find some perfect guy. If Nelly fell for him, then there was no chance for Marc to
win her back.
Cornelia agreed to hear him out, which made Grandpa Augustine elated, âOne of them is the grandson of Alfredoâs old colleague. Heâs 29, shares the same birthday as you,â but is four years older. Weâve known him since he was a kid. This guy comes from a good family, and is quite impressive. Heâs a graduate from a prestigious university, and is currently working in Alfredoâs old department. He might not be high up in the ranks yet, but with his family background and talents, his futureâs looking bright.â
Cornelia not only listened, but also asked questions, âGrandpa Augustine, whyâs someone so great still single?â
Grandpa Augustine replied, âThe boyâs picky, hasnât found the right girl yet. But I think heâs just been too busy with work to have time for love.â
Cornelia laughed, âHis parents must be worried sick.â
Grandpa Augustine said, âHeâs nearly 30 and hasnât had a girlfriend. Of course, his parents are anxious. I recently heard that theyâve given up on pushing him to marry. They just hope heâll have kids soon.â
Cornelia responded, âHmm, that doesnât sound quite right.â
Grandpa Augustine explained, âTheyâre just saying it out of frustration, they wouldnât actually expect him to do that.â
âWhen choosing a partner, itâs not just about the individual, but also considering the family. Otherwise, you might face unexpected problems after marriage Cornelia added cautiously.
Grandpa Augustine putted out his phone and showed her a picture, âNelly, take a look at his picture. Heâs more handsome in person than in photos.â
Cornelia nodded, âHeâs quite goodâlookingâ
But compared to Marcus, he was a notch down.
Grandpa Augustine suggested, âShall I set up a meeting then? You guys can have a chat, who knows, it might just work out.â
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