Chapter 1659

The living room fell silent again. Samuel turned to Aidan with a rueful smile. "Sorry you had to witness that family drama, Second Brother." "Don't mention it," Aidan waved it off. "We're family. What's there to apologize for?" Samuel pressed his lips together briefly before ruffling Xiao Qingqing's hair affectionately. "You alright? Didn't let them get under your skin, did you?" Xiao Qingqing responded with a serene smile, her eyes twinkling. "Don't worry, Third Uncle. I can handle trivial matters like this. And even if I couldn't," she added playfully, "Master Aidan would never let anyone take advantage of me!" Aidan observed the clever girl, his eyebrows lifting slightly in quiet amusement. This little one certainly knew how to work a room. As Samuel made to leave after exchanging pleasantries, Aidan suddenly remembered something. "Oh, Samuel, I spoke to Father on the phone earlier. He asked about your marriage situation and whether we should inform the—" "No need," Samuel cut him o