Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Chapter 150

Josefina looked at the carefully prepared items on the table, all of which were her favorites.

Brandon had gone to great lengths, and Josefina could tell he had a soft spot for her.

"Grandpa Brandon, you really didn't have to go through all this trouble," Josefina said, flattered by his attention.

Brandon looked at her with a fondness, motioning for her to take a seat. "Josie, our families go way back, and I think of you like my own granddaughter. While I'd love nothing more than for you to be my granddaughter-in-law, I wouldn't dream of pressuring you. Josie, consider this place your second home. Whatever your heart desires, just let the staff know and they'll take care of it." NôvelDrama.Org holds © this.

Bennett chimed in with a smile, "Ms. Josefina, just give me the word, and I'll make it happen. Anything from the sky, the sea, the land - we've got it all. We even have a chopper on standby. Mr. Brandon says, if you ever fancy jetting off to a fashion show abroad or taking a spontaneous trip overseas, we can make it happen without a hitch."

Josefina was speechless. She knew the world of the wealthy was extravagant, but this was beyond anything she'd ever encountered. No wonder, when she arrived, Bennett had pointed out a helicopter resting on the lawn.

"Grandpa Brandon, I appreciate this, but let's get down to business. I should check your pulse." She was worried that if she listened any longer, she'd feel obliged to take a ride in the helicopter.

Brandon chuckled and extended his wrist to make it easy for Josefina to feel his pulse.

His condition had improved significantly, thanks largely to the medicine Josefina had provided.

"You're doing much better. Keep up with your tai chi and take the medicine I've prescribed, and you'll be in tip-top shape," she assured him.

"Josie, I can't thank you enough. I've been restless these days, a bit anxious and even suffering from insomnia."

Josefina smiled, "Grandpa Brandon, I've brought you another bottle of medicine today to help you manage your mood. You need to take it easy on some things, for your own well-being."

Brandon shook his head, feeling helpless, "My biggest worry is Oliver settling down. I won't be able to rest in peace until I see him married with children."

Josefina felt uncomfortable; she knew what Brandon was insinuating. Was he hoping she'd marry Oliver? She'd rather not. The idea of marriage had always scared her. Seeing Billy and Lauren's disastrous relationship only fueled her fear of ending up with someone like Billy or failing at family life.

She smiled politely but didn't engage further, and Brandon smoothly changed the subject.

After a short chat, Josefina stood up to leave. "Grandpa Brandon, there's work at the office I need to attend to, I should get going."

Brandon rose immediately, "Josie, could you wait just a little longer and join me for lunch?"

He had phoned Oliver earlier, urging him to come home quickly in hopes of him spending more time with Josie.

"There really are matters I need to address at the company," Josefina insisted, her expression serious.

Brandon knew she had fought hard battles and had important matters to attend to, so he reluctantly let her go.

Josefina's car had just rolled out of the driveway when Billy stepped in front of it. Lauren and Ruby positioned themselves at her car window as if daring her to drive, Billy seemingly ready to play matador to her bull.

Billy approached, his voice low and placating, "Josie, step out for a second. There's something I need to ask you."