Mia's mind raced with questions as she observed the unexpected arrival of Jasmine's grandparents. Why were they here? Hadn't Jasmine informed her family about the event beforehand?
These thoughts stirred a sense of unease in Mia.
Raymond's reaction mirrored Mia's concern.
With a glance at Jasmine, he noted, "Your grandparents have arrived."
His words carried an unspoken request for Jasmine to shed light on Ernest and Irene's unexpected presence at the event.
With the party already in full swing and proceeding smoothly, Raymond hoped to avoid any disruptions their presence might bring, especially at such a late stage.
Jasmine's expression tightened as she explained, "Dad, I'm not sure why Grandpa Ernest and Grandma Irene decided to come to today's gathering, but I'll ensure to handle this situation appropriately. You can count on me."
With Jasmine's assurance, Raymond breathed a sigh of relief.
Approaching Ernest and Irene, he inquired, "Mom, Dad, what prompted your sudden visit? You should have notified me earlier, and I would have arranged transportation for you."
Irene responded with a chilly huff, "Given my current circumstances, I couldn't possibly trouble you to send a car for me."
Her words dripped with tension from the moment she spoke.
Meanwhile, Ernest cast a disdainful glance at Asher beside him before speaking in a frosty tone, "So, this is the young lad you're so eager to welcome into your family, huh? Honestly, he doesn't strike me as particularly sharp.
"If you're so insistent on having an heir, Jazzy can always have children after she's married. Bringing someone from such a questionable background—aren't you concerned about becoming the subject of ridicule?"
Upon overhearing their conversation, Raymond looked at Jasmine with disbelief and remarked, "Jazzy, didn't you mention that you had convinced your grandparents?"
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