Chapter 1814

The elderly voice on the other end of the line was full of life. "Nate, did you miss me? I can't believe you got married without telling the family. Don't you remember about your ol' grandma?" While on the phone, Mildred lounged comfortably with a face mask, watching a show. Despite being over seventy, Mildred had a youthful spirit and loved mingling with younger people. She was beloved by everyone, from seniors to toddlers. Nathaniel noticed her slightly accusatory tone, and despite being weary from a whole evening of work, he patiently explained, "Grandma, you were recuperating abroad for your health. I didn't want to disturb your rest with such news." "That's more like it. Nonetheless, I want to meet my granddaughter-in-law. If you don't bring her to pick me up, you'll be in trouble, young man." Mildred's threat held no real danger, and Nathaniel chuckled, well aware of her playful nature. Thinking about the early morning ahead, with plans to take the kids to their e