The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 237

"That is reasonable, "

Abby said, smiling in response.

Amy, who has long been curious about Charles, decided to ask her daughter a question.

"Dear, I would like to ask you something… " she said, looking at her daughter. "How well do you know Autumn's husband?"

Abby stared back, not sure why her mother was asking such a question. "Is he kind? How long have they been married?" Amy continued to ask, wanting to know more.

"I assume they've been married for quite a while. But Autumn isn't pregnant, is she? Do you know why they haven't had children yet?"

"Mom, can you pause for a second? Why are you suddenly so interested to know all of that?" Abby asked, overwhelmed by the barrage of questions. As she tried to talk, Abby continued to think about what sparked her Mum's curiosity. "Well… All I know is that…, " she started. "Andy confirmed that Charles was indeed a playboy before getting married to Autumn."

Amy, surprised to hear the information, expressed her concern. "It must be difficult for her to get married to a lady-killer. Autumn must have been living in constant fear, " she sighed. "I have already considered Autumn as my granddaughter. Don't you think we should protect her? We shouldn't let her be with Charles any longer."

"Mom, can you please just hear me out?" said Abby, stopping her mom before she even got the chance to go for Autumn.

She couldn't believe that someone sensible like her mom would lose composure over her concern for Autumn. "There's no reason to worry because Charles has changed a lot. He wouldn't do such things because he really loves Autumn, "

Abby explained.

"Besides, Dad wouldn't let anything bad happen to Autumn. Charles would suffer dire consequences if he dared to do anything that might hurt her."

A sense of relief washed over Amy upon hearing this. She was glad to know that Autumn was safe to be with Charles. "Let me just prepare some food to eat. Though I'm not exactly sure if Autumn will like it or not. Hopefully this will satisfy her as your brother used to like it."

"Mom, it's okay. I'm sure she'll like it. I'll let Dad stay with Autumn for a while. Here, let me help you, " Abby said, smiling as she offered to lend a helping hand.

Because of her age, Amy has refrained from cooking regularly. But she was so eager to make some food for Autumn that she decided to cook it herself.

Andy was able to divert Charles's attention after making a conversation with him, leaving Autumn, Arthur and Cindy in the living room. Taking advantage of the moment, Arthur stole glances at Autumn while trying to remain well-poised.

Autumn concentrated on playing with Cindy, completely unaware of the gesture.

Knowing how much she loved her grandmother, Arthur thought of a good conversation starter.

After a few moments of hesitation, he finally managed to speak. "How's your grandmother? Is she feeling better?" he asked, facing her.

"I'm glad you asked, Dr. Zhao. This is exactly where your expertise might come in handy..." Autumn replied.

"There's no need for formalities. From now on, I want you to call me Grandpa Zhao. Alright?"

Arthur said, voicing out his thoughts.

Despite feeling uneasy, Autumn decided to grant his request. "Grandpa Zhao, my grandma refused to see the doctor last night even though she's sick. If it's not much of a bother, I would like to ask you to pay her a visit so you can check her condition. I'm worried about her health, " Autumn said, expressing her concern.

"Don't worry. I'll make sure to go see her tomorrow, " he said, accepting her request.

A few moments later, Cindy threw a tantrum over a Hami-melon, causing Arthur to rise in order to fetch it. Autumn rose unexpectedly at the same moment.

"Grandpa Zhao, why don't you stay here with Cindy? I'll just wash my hands and bring her the fruit, "