NovelXXXChapter 761: "Thank you, Aunt Elyse." As Elyse reached to give one to Daniela, Cedric stepped in to intercept.
"Daniela's reducing her sugar intake, so she'll have to pass on these." He doubted the street-bought pastries were suitable for Daniela.
With Elyse watching, Cedric discarded the pastries into the bin.
Elyse's smile wavered, her composed exterior almost breaking. Silenced by Daniela's lack of response, Elyse could only comment bitterly, "Daniela, your husband really does assert himself. I'm your aunt, and he feels the need to screen what I bring?" Daniela responded with a laugh.
"You know, I actually enjoy this side of him." After pausing for a moment, Elyse pulled up a chair and sat down opposite Daniela.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You remindof your mother, always standing by your family. That's what I admire about you. There's something on my mind I've hesitated to mention. Should I bring it up, or keep it to myself?" Daniela offered a gentle smile.
"Aunt Elyse, if you're unsure, perhaps it's best left unsaid." Elyse was stunned. Daniela's reaction wasn't what she had anticipated. How was she to request favors if she remained silent? Considering her future, Elyse realized she might need to prepare for her own retirement, particularly if she couldn't depend on Natalie or Nina.
New content live at gVlnovs"Alright, then, I'll just say it," Elyse said without shame.
"Here's the deal-before your mother passed, she agreed to cover my retirement. Now that she's gone..." She paused, giving Daniela a meaningful look.
Daniela smiled and responded, "Are you suggesting I should take over the support for your retirement?" Elyse forced a smile.
"I hesitated to mention it, but your mother was adamant. Now that she's no longer here, I believe we should respect her wishes.
Your business is thriving, and surely the support won't strain your finances.
You're going to give it to me, aren't you? After all, you're such a devoted niece, and it's hardly a significant amount for you." Daniela examined Elyse's calculating expression.
"Did my mother actually promise that?" "Absolutely!" Elyse replied, growing anxious. She rummaged through her purse, pulled out an old mobile phone, and shoved it across the table, eager to play a recording.
"Listen, I recorded our conversation." Daniela's smile was subdued.
"You made a recording?" The phone was ridiculously outdated.
Sitting back, Elyse beamed.
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"I recorded it just for fun, and now it serves a purpose. Without it, I'd have ose, no evidence since your mother is gone. How else could I claim justice?"
Elyse spoke lightly of death, yet Daniela's expression darkened with each word. Unaware, Elyse was quite satisfied with her her own foresight. With a calm demeanor, Daniela asked, "How could you have anticipated needing such proof?" The smile on Elyse's face stiffened suddenly.
"I recorded it just for fun. Didn't I mention that? Who could have predicted your mother's untimely departure?" A pang of anxiety struck Elyse; she realized her impulsiveness had cost her composure. Avoiding further discomfort, she diverted her gaze downwards.
"Do your mother's words still hold weight with you?" Elyse tried to m Elyse trie sound confident but she caught the piercing look in Daniela's eyes and found herself retreating. "Could you consider supportingin my later years, please?" Daniela studied Elyse's calculating expression and inquired evenly, "In what way do you expect my support?" Seeing an opportunity, Elyse perked up and straightened her posture.
"Daniela, your circumstances have changed, but believe me, I'm not asking for much. I really don't need a lot.
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