Chapter 111

Grace hadn't realized her newfound importance within the Jefferson family. Oliver rarely spent weekends at home. Everyone knew he was there for Grace. Blissfully unaware, Grace fanned herself, complaining, "Darling, this summer heat is unbearable! How do you all cope?" Oliver misinterpreted her words, thinking she desired a vacation to escape the heat. "Would you like me to buy you a vacation villa?" Grace pouted. "That's unnecessary, but you can buy me something else." For example, they could buy some popsicles! Her coy demeanor and delightful smile charmed Oliver. Entranced, he readily agreed. Oliver hummed as they cruised in the Rolls-Royce Ghost, enjoying the scenery. Grace, in the passenger seat, was puzzled. "Why are you so happy?" "I'm taking a little girl out for popsicles," Oliver chuckled, surprised at himself. He would never have done such a thing before this. Grace stuck out her tongue. "I'm not a little girl!" Oliver shot her a sidelong glance, his hand still on t