Chapter 162: The Bride Chosen by the Old Lady
So, they seized the opportunity, prepared generous gifts early on, and came under the pretext of visiting Mrs. Huo.
Mrs. Huo, feeling melancholic, brightened up considerably when unexpected old acquaintances arrived at her door.
In the lavish and elegantly decorated living room, Mrs. Huo’s eyes, aged but sharp, gleamed brightly.
She discreetly studied Chu Tingting, who walked in at the very end of the group.
Today, Chu Tingting wore a well-tailored dress and had her hair styled in a princess updo, showing off her smooth forehead and her lovely delicate face—no matter how one looked, she was utterly likable.
"Hello, Grandma Huo!" Chu Tingting followed her mother forward and greeted softly, her voice as clear and sweet as a songbird’s, making her instantly endearing.
Mrs. Huo, having been upset by Lin Banxia earlier, now found herself charmed by the polite and well-bred young lady, gaining an immediate fondness for her.
Comparing Chu Tingting’s family background, her innate aristocratic elegance, and those gentle, obedient eyes, Mrs. Huo became increasingly reluctant to let the stubborn and disagreeable Lin Banxia step through the Huo Family’s door.
"Old sister, how has your health been lately?" Mrs. Chu, being a few years younger, affectionately addressed her as ’sister,’ giving an impression of intimacy.
Mrs. Huo replied cheerfully, "Health’s been alright."
"Grandma Huo, this is a small token I brought back from abroad, and I hope you’ll like it." Chu Tingting suddenly turned to the side, took a long and exquisite box from the servant who accompanied them, and gently offered it with both hands.
"What’s this?" Mrs. Huo’s eyes lit up, filled with curiosity.