Cornelia hugged her granny tight, "Granny, remember you once told me that we can't control what other people say. They'll talk about whatever they want and we just live our life. Why are you suddenly caring about these meaningless rules today?"
Granny Rebecca leaned into Cornelia and whispered, "Nelly, do you really think your granny wants you to play by someone else's rules? I'm just playing the part. As long as everything looks fine on the surface, nobody can pick a fight with us."
Cornelia burst into laughter. "Granny, I know you love me."
Granny Rebecca replied, "Well, you're my only granddaughter. If I don't love you, who would I love?"
Granny Luisa grumbled, "Stop whispering behind my back. I'm getting jealous."
Granny Rebecca said, "Alright, no more secret chats. Let's talk about some serious stuff with the kids."
Cornelia asked, "Oh, Granny, you haven't told me what you bought."
Granny Rebecca played coy, "You'll find out soon enough."
Granny Luisa called out again, "Marc, help Granny Rebecca over here. You and Nelly sit opposite us. We have something to discuss."
Marcus helped Granny Rebecca to her seat and sat opposite the two old ladies with Cornelia.
Meanwhile, Briana was sitting on the side, munching on snacks, and listening attentively...
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