Chapter 1707: Chapter 1921

The landscape here is breathtaking.

You must find great joy in residing in such a place, don’t you?”

Lucinda remained silent, focusing on the road ahead.

She continued, “Aside from the Simmons family, the Payne family’s residence is also quite unique.

They’ve transformed a plain into a landscape of pavilions, towers, and grand mansions.

Walking around their estate is like stepping into an ancient palace.

”

“It sounds fascinating.

I hope I’ll have the opportunity to visit it someday.

” Nala smiled, her expression simple and endearing.

However, Lucinda sensed that Nala’s curiosity about the Payne family didn’t match her interest in the Simmons family.

They drove all the way to the mountain’s peak.

Instead of heading to Atticus’s old villa, they proceeded to Graham’s private residence.

Prior to her arrival, Lucinda had phoned Violeta, who was at home that day.

Being informed of Lucinda’s visit, Violeta had gone to the market early in the morning to purchase seafood.

She intended to prepare a seafood dinner for Lucinda in the evening, facilitating a meaningful conversation between Lucinda and Graham to resolve any lingering issues.

In anticipation of Lucinda’s arrival, Graham and Violeta stood at the villa gate, awaiting her.

However, as Lucinda and Nala entered the garden, Graham and Violeta were surprised.

The figure beside Lucinda wasn’t Nathan, but an unfamiliar individual whom Violeta and Graham had never encountered before.

They exchanged puzzled glances, unsure why Lucinda had brought her here.

Lucinda and Nala proceeded together towards the gate, their steps synchronized as they approached.

Seeing Graham and Violeta, Lucinda took the initiative to introduce them to Nala.

“This is the eldest son of the Simmons family, and the person beside him is my sister-in-law.

”

She then turned to Nala and introduced her to Violeta, “This is the business director of AN Group.

She’ll be staying in Cadiered for a few more days, exploring the area.

”

Graham observed Lucinda’s distant demeanor towards him and felt a pang of hurt.

His usually composed expression faltered momentarily.

Taking note of his reaction, Violeta nodded understandingly and offered a warm smile.

“If she’s a friend of yours, she’s certainly a friend of ours as well.

Please, come inside and have a seat.

No need to stand out here.

”

“Okay.

”

Lucinda followed Violeta inside, leaving Graham and Nala standing at the gate.

Previously, Graham had imposed a self-inflicted penance that involved kneeling for an extended period in the ancestral temple.

As a result, his legs sustained injuries that left a lingering sequelae, impacting his walking posture and causing it to be less fluid and smooth.

His tone echoing coldness, Graham curtly uttered, “Miss Diaz, please enter.

”

Nala responded with a gentle and polite smile, “Please, you go ahead.

”

Observing Nala’s courteous demeanor, Graham opted not to say anything further and proceeded to enter the villa.

Nala trailed closely behind him, discreetly observing his gait and posture as they made their way into the villa.

She inquired, “What’s the matter with your legs, Mr.

Simmons?”