Chapter 48 - Chapter 48: Greeting Gift
Chapter 48: Greeting Gift
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Bo Yi’s demeanor grew icy. “Do you still stand by your words?”
“How could i ever doubt you!” Old Master Bo retorted immediately, “If you doubt me, invite your granddaughter-in-law to check my pulse daily. Well see if I still long for a drink!”
Bo Yi turned to Fang Yuan. “I believe it’s wise to adjust Grandpa’s medication for his well-being.”
“Please, spare me!” He muttered, the traditional Chinese medicine tasting even more bitter than his life itself. He’d rather meet his end now than swallow a few more pills!
“And who’s to blame for not holding your tongue?” Bo Yi teased, “Weren’t you just saying that the medicine prescribed by my granddaughter-in-law can be downed in three large bowls?”
Angrily, Old Master Bo pointed a finger at Bo Yi. “You, you, you…” His grandson was deliberately vexing him!
Meanwhile, Fang Yuan’s eyes gleamed as she smirked. “No need to add more medicine, but you must swear off wine from now on.”
“Absolutely, absolutely!” Old Master Bo agreed hastily. “Yuanyuan is absolutely right!”
Butler Wen, at the side, nodded as well. “Young Madam’s suggestion is wise. i shall diligently care for the old sir henceforth.”
“…” Fang Yuan corrected him helplessly, “You can call me Fang Yuan.”
Butler Wen stammered, “No, no, no. How could this humble one dare address Young Madam so informally?”
Bo Yi’s lips curved as he redirected the conversation. “If it weren’t for your collaboration with Grandpa from within, would he have been able to access wine?”
Butler Wen assured, “i won’t ever allow it to happen again!”
“All, indeed!” Old Master Bo suddenly recalled something and retrieved an exquisite wooden box from the drawer beside his bed. With deft hands, he activated a mechanism, revealing an intricate crown necklace nestled within. “This was Yi’s grandma”s most cherished dowry piece. She said that if Yi ever took the initiative to introduce a girl to her parents, she would bestow this upon her.”
The necklace’s crown pendant sparkled with 999 dazzling diamonds, exuding an air of opulence. Fang Yuan was well aware of this necklace’s significance. Its creation had involved the use of only the finest diamonds and the employment of top-tier designers. Crafting this masterpiece in its time had carried a price tag of 2 billion! In the current day, its value far exceeded even that exorbitant sum.
“This gift holds such immense value, I can’t possibly accept it…”
Fang Yuan was on the verge of declining when Old Master Bo interjected, “This was meant to be Yi’s grandma’s welcoming gift for her future granddaughter-in-law. You mustn’t refuse it! If she were with us today, she would have certainly personally adorned you with it…” Mentioning his wife seemed to trigger a wave of sentimentality within Old Master Bo.
Observing the softening of his gaze and sensing his melancholy, Fang Yuan turned her attention to Bo Yi for insight.
Bo Yi spoke matter-of-factly, “Grandma was involved in a car accident a few years ago and has been in a coma since then.”
Fang Yuan was taken aback. So, she was in a persistent vegetative state. While not officially deceased, her existence paralleled that of a lifeless being. Unable to move or communicate, she relied solely on medical apparatuses to sustain her physiological functions…
The Bo Family had spared no effort in seeking renowned physicians, yet none had been able to alleviate Granny’s condition.
“Yi, assist Yuanyuan in putting it on.” Old Master Bo pressed the gift box into Bo Yi’s hand, his voice barely a whisper. “I’m uncertain how much time remains for me in this world. Will I still be here on your wedding day… There’ve been moments when i felt my end was near. If not for the thought of your grandmother…”
Fang Yuan felt an inexplicable surge of emotion hearing his words.
“Sir, Young Madam’s visit today should lift our spirits. Let’s set this topic aside for now,” Butler Wen interjected, concerned that the old man would be overtaken by sorrow.
“Yes, yes, you’re right. Allow Yuanyuan to put it on. Let’s steer away from this topic,” Old Master Bo managed to conjure a smile again.
“Allow me, please.” Bo Yi delicately extracted the necklace from its case, his slender fingers reaching out to adorn Fang Yuan with the exquisite piece.
Fang Yuan found herself in such close proximity to him that his scent enveloped her. Initially, she had intended to decline, yet the old man’s hopeful eyes and his earlier sentiments tugged at her heartstrings, leaving her unable to voice her refusal.
“You look splendid,” Bo Yi’s gaze lingered on her countenance. The resplendent crown rested gracefully upon her fair, graceful neck, as though it had been designed exclusively for her.
“It suits you remarkably well.” Bo Yi’s eyes brimmed with tenderness, like placid water.
“I wish your grandmother could have witnessed this.”
At Old Master Bo’s words, a smile graced Bo Yi’s lips. “When there’s a suitable moment, i’ii bring Yuanyuan to visit Granny.”
Fang Yuan,”.. “.
“Alright, that’s a wonderful plan!” The joy radiating from Old Master Bo was undeniable. “We’ll go together then. Yuanyuan, when do you think I’ll be discharged from the hospital?”
“In about three days, provided your condition remains stable,” Fang Yuan replied.
Old Master Bo inquired, “Would it be possible for you to pick me up? We could visit Granny as a family.”
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment. “Very well.” If the opportunity arose, she might be able to contribute to her grandmother’s care.
The old man’s spirits soared at Fang Yuan’s agreement. He chatted animatedly for a while before departing. But just before leaving, Fang Yuan withdrew an exquisite small porcelain bottle from her pocket. “Grandpa, this is for you.”
Old Master Bo was pleasantly surprised by the gift and accepted it with glee.. He inquired with curiosity, “What is it inside?”