Chapter 99: Not an Outsider at All

Eliana paused for a moment, her mind racing to catch up. Wasn't that Ethan's grandpa? How on earth did he get her number? Could it be from the big boss himself, Mr. Wilkinson? Well, this sure didn't make her feel like an outsider. Considering the elderly man's delicate health, Eliana quickly greeted the man. The kind voice of the old man came through, "Where are you?" "I'm in the car, Grandpa. It's late. Why aren't you resting?" "I had some soup specially prepared for you. Where are you? Aren't you coming home yet? I'm waiting for you." Eliana's heart skipped a beat. How could Mr. Wilkinson let the old man make such a late call? How was she going to handle this? "I've got some work left to finish, so I might not be back soon. You should rest early. Just leave the soup... on the table for me, and I'll have it." Reluctantly, Grandpa agreed, "Alright then... but remember to drink the soup. I made it myself." "Sure, Grandpa. Rest well, goodnight!" Eliana said with a smile. As so