After learning Serenity’s identity, Dr. Carden said to her, “When you return, please inform Second Young Master York that once I reach forty days, I will assist with his fiancée’s eyesight.”
Serenity smiled and replied, “Dr. Carden, I will certainly convey your message. Callum has been eagerly anticipating your help.”
Tim, who was holding his son nearby, wore a dark expression. He pretended to be casual while trying to soothe his son, as Lilian watched him closely.
The old genius doctor leaned in and whispered to Titus, “Boy, from now on, you must inherit your master’s resilience and not emulate your fourth uncle’s fear of his wife.”
Titus, referred to as Jane’s son, had previously called Tim his fourth uncle. However, after Tim became the fourth aunt, he struggled to adjust. Lilian had encouraged Titus not to change how he addressed Tim, telling him that he could call Tim whatever he liked. If Tim disagreed, Titus was instructed to inform his master.
The master would handle the situation with his fourth uncle and teach Titus about manners. Because of this, Tim lamented that his wife was more involved with others than with him.
As expected from a man with a jealous disposition, he often found himself feeling envious.
Tim defended himself quietly, saying, “Old Master, I’m not afraid of my wife; I simply love her. She has worked hard to raise our children.”
Meanwhile, the little baby in his arms pouted again. Tim quickly attempted to comfort him, but the baby continued to cry.
He paced the room with his crying son, ultimately handing the child to the old genius doctor, who was able to calm him down.
The old genius doctor chided Tim once more, saying, “Look at you! You can’t even hold a baby properly. He cries because he’s uncomfortable in your arms, yet you always blame my grandson for it. You’re overthinking things again.”
“Suspecting that he might be unusual,” Tim instinctively replied, “No, Avah doesn’t like to cry; she’s just so adorable.”
The couple eagerly anticipated having a baby as well-behaved as Avah. However, when their child was born, he hardly cried on his birthday. He slept contentedly when fed and only cried when he was hungry. Tim’s nephew, Enzo, was exceptionally good-natured, but unexpectedly, he developed a penchant for crying.
Neither parent could have imagined that, as time went on, they would go to great lengths to avoid taking their crying son with them. One parent sought medical help everywhere after confinement, making it seem like they were busy with work, while the other attempted to hide at the office whenever possible.
The elderly genius doctor became their savior. Whenever he returned, the couple would take on the role of shopkeepers, while the doctor would complain about them being the most irresponsible parents.
The old doctor remarked, “Avah is a girl—delicate and quiet. Who told you that you can’t have a daughter? Don’t disregard my precious grandson! If you desire a gentle and quiet baby, consider having a second child. Perhaps you’ll have a daughter, and I can help raise her.”
Although the old doctor was a genius, he had never married and treated Lilian like his own daughter. All of Lilian’s children were his grandchildren, and he longed for a granddaughter since he already had a grandson. He envisioned a little girl who was fair, soft, and irresistibly cute.
As his grandchildren grew older, he planned to teach them medicine and martial arts, hoping to provoke envy among the old immortals and foster the growth of his school over time.
And then there was Titus; he couldn’t overlook that child either.
Jane and Serenity chatted with Lilian until Serenity received a call from Grandma May, informing her that Sonny had woken up. Upon waking, he cried and insisted on finding his aunt.
“Grandma, I’ll be back soon,” Lilian said.
Grandma May replied, “You’ll be back sooner than you think; Sonny is crying.”
Sonny was usually very obedient, but now he was in tears, likely due to being in an unfamiliar environment.
“Lilian, Serenity and I will head back first. You should get some rest. Let your family know what you’d like to eat, and someone will bring it to you,” Jane told Lilian. Then, she called to Titus, “Titus, come with me. Don’t disturb your master while he rests here; we have a new friend at home who is about your age.”
Titus walked over to Jane and extended his arms for a hug. After Jane embraced him, he said goodbye to his master. Curiously, he asked Jane, “Mom, who is my new friend?”
“She’s a little distinguished guest of the family. As the little master, it’s your duty to show the proper demeanor of our household and treat her well.”