Chapter 330

The old lady followed his gaze and turned her head. The moment she saw Calliope, her wrinkled face lit up like a sunflower blooming in full sun. "Oh my! Calliope, dear!" she exclaimed warmly, reaching out with both hands. "When did you get here? Come over, let me take a good look - you look skinnier again, don't you?" Calliope smiled gently and slid her hand into the old woman's warm, dry palm without hesitation. "Grandma, I'm not! Actually, I've been eating more lately and gained a bit of weight." "Really?" The old lady pulled her a little closer, eyeing her up and down with satisfaction. "Hmm, it's true - your cheeks are rounder now. You look even prettier!" Just as the room was filled with warmth and laughter, Lucas cut in, his voice breaking the harmony. "Miss Godfrey, you've been looking all around ever since you walked in. Who are you searching for?" Her heart skipped a beat. She felt a little awkward and decided to be upfront. "It's nothing... I thought I heard someone familiar