Chapter 4260
Old lady York turned to Elora with a warm smile and said, “Elora, let’s head to the pavilion and take in the spring garden. It’s the perfect day for it.”
Elora nodded and followed her inside. When old lady York settled into her seat, Elora gently helped her adjust, her movements careful and considerate. Though Elora often came across as reserved, even cold, her actions toward old lady York were tender and thoughtful.
Old lady York had always intrigued Elora. Tatum had shared countless stories about her, and over time, Elora had developed a deep admiration for the woman. Once old lady York was comfortably seated, Elora took her place across from her.
For a long moment, Elora studied old lady York before speaking. “Madam, I’ll be honest—I’m here because I need answers. I’ve made time in my busy schedule these past two days because I can’t shake the feeling that you’re holding something back. Tatum told me he came to our family not just to work as a chef but also to pursue a wife. He said you helped him find someone, and he was supposed to win her over within a year. But here’s the thing: in all these months, I haven’t seen him actively pursuing anyone. He hasn’t even been in contact with other women.”
The only women Tatum interacted with were Elora and her sisters. And even with her sisters, he kept a polite distance, as if wary of giving the wrong impression. With Elora, though, he was open and unguarded, almost as if he didn’t mind—or even wanted—others to assume there was something between them.
Old lady York chuckled softly. “So Tatum shared that with you, did he? Well, I’ve helped arrange matches for several of my grandsons who are now happily married. After seeing how well it worked out, I couldn’t resist doing the same for the others who are still single. I’ve taken it upon myself to quietly scout for potential matches. If I find someone suitable, I encourage my grandsons to pursue them. Marriage is a lifelong commitment, after all.
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