Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 1433

"It's just my old ailments." Eleanor patted her head, her gaze incredibly tender. Due to her illness, her breathing was slightly uneven. "Why are you here alone? Where's my grandson-in-law?"

"Harold is away on a business trip. Once he gets back, I'll bring him over to see you," Lorelei replied, forcing the corners of her lips up, trying her best to maintain a serene facade.

"That's fine." Eleanor patted her hand, a gentle smile on her face. "I can tell he's a good, honorable man. He'll definitely treat you right."

Harold had visited twice, and at Lorelei's desperate pleading, he had behaved perfectly both times.

Her grandmother absolutely adored him.

"Grandma..."

Lorelei opened her mouth, her voice catching painfully in her throat.

She had only ever confessed her true feelings for Harold to her grandmother.

Eleanor thought she had finally gotten her wish and was living happily, but...

She had fallen in love with a man who would never love her back.

"Martha, isn't it time for her medicine?" Unwilling to dwell on the painful topic, Lorelei turned to the elderly caretaker.

"Oh, yes, yes, yes."

Martha quickly brought over the bowl of herbal medicine, shooting Lorelei a subtle look. "Eleanor hates how bitter it is. She only drank half a bowl this morning."

"You old tattletale." Eleanor's expression shifted as she hurriedly tried to defend herself. "Lori, don't listen to her nonsense. I'm very good about taking my medicine."

"Is that right?"

Lorelei couldn't help but smile, her voice incredibly soft. "Grandma, drink it now while it's still warm."

Eleanor stared down at the dark, sludgy liquid with visible revulsion.

But meeting her granddaughter's earnest gaze, she obediently took the bowl and choked it down, fighting past her distaste.

"Grandma, the wind is picking up out here. Let me help you inside for a nap."

Lorelei smiled in satisfaction, gently supporting the older woman as they walked toward the bedroom.

"Lori, just stay right here with me."

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