Chapter 1226 Julie sighed. “With that feisty attitude of hers, she would have caused a scene in front of John if she didn’t get the pills.”

The sudden epiphany rushed into Emerence’s head. She added, “Ms. Julie, you are really a meticulous person. It is the Stockton family’s honor to have you in charge of the house.”

Julie smiled. “Aunt Emerence, please don’t flatter me. I’m just glad that | can share the burden with Mother and John.”

Emerence was moved by Julie‘s caring and sentimental side. “If only you were Master John’s wife, the Stocktons would have thrived in harmony and peace.”

Julie‘s gaze shifted. She wore a strict expression and said, “Nonsense. John has a family now, and I’m his sister—in — law.”

Emerence immediately realized that she had used the wrong words at the wrong time. She immediately apologized, “I’m sorry, Ms. Julie. | didn‘t mean it. I’m just moved by your personality and capabilities. No one can better take charge of the house than you.”

Julie’s gaze softened, and so did her tone. “Aunt Emerence, I’m telling you this because | treat you as one