Chapter 198

The Fields family's old estate, just like the Cooper family's, was built by the elders of the previous generation and had quite a bit of history behind it. But thanks to the cultural differences between the two regions, their architectural styles ended up being pretty different. The Coopers built theirs nestled against a mountain, while the Fields family estate sat beside a winding stream that cut across the front yard. The old house was wrapped in a fence of flowering vines, and once you stepped inside, there were all kinds of fruit trees—some clearly decades old if you looked at the trunks. Walking further in, the buildings finally came into view, surrounded by covered walkways that gave off strong traditional vibes. But the interior? Full of modern furnishings and appliances. Claire had only seen the place during video calls with Grace before, so now that she was here in person, she couldn't help but think the design and attention to detail were seriously impressive. Still, now wasn