Chapter 1067

Oliver posed the question again, to which Hazel replied almost instantly, "Grace loves money. Everyone knows that." But Oliver knew better. Handing Grace cash outright would never work. "What about a gift?" he asked. After some deliberation, Hazel came up with an idea for Oliver. … Cliff, having had his fill of milk, was more interested in mischief now. Wide-eyed and curious, he turned his head toward Oliver, keenly observing the drama unfolding between his parents. Oliver caught Grace stealing glances at the crystal mug but noticed she was holding back, too self-conscious to examine it in his presence. Sensing her hesitation, he seized the moment to leave the room. "I'm heading to the study to take care of some work," he said. Grace nodded indifferently as if she wasn't remotely curious. The second Oliver left the room, she sprang into action. Placing Cliff gently on the bed, she grabbed the gift box and tore it open. Out came an intricately designed crystal mug. S