Julian remarked, “As far as I know, there are rose gardens, hundred gardens, and sunflower gardens. However, since it’s October, there aren’t many flowers in bloom. If you visit in the spring, it will be truly beautiful.”

Kiera leaned closer to the car window and gazed into the distance, asking in wonder, “Do the places I see belong to the York family? Are the people I see also from the York family?”

Julian replied, “All the places visible now are indeed owned by the York family. Most of the individuals you see are workers for the York family—gardeners and those who work in the orchards. They require a significant number of workers.”

He continued, “There are also some individuals who are members of the York family. They may have participated in the fifth suit with Young Master York, or perhaps they were involved in it in some other way. Regardless, their last name is York.”

Julian explained that the houses reflect this as well. Some serve as residences for the York clan, while others are dormitories for the workers. The York family treats their workers well; individuals are provided with a single room that includes a small kitchen and bathroom, allowing them to cook for themselves.

“For families,” he added, “they are given suite-style dormitories. Although the suites aren’t large, they are well-designed and provide sufficient living space.”

Kiera’s eyes widened at this information, and she exclaimed, “So the workers here are treated similarly to white-collar workers?”

Julian smiled and said, “In fact, their treatment is better than that of typical white-collar employees. The children of the workers tend to excel in school and gain admission to reputable universities. If they later enter the workforce at York Corporation, the York family provides bonuses.”

He noted, “Once the workers join the York family, they rarely move away. They tend to stay for a long time and grow accustomed to their surroundings. Additionally,

The York family treated their workers exceptionally well, especially the elderly matriarch. “Such kindness from an employer makes it hard to leave,” one might say. It’s no surprise that the York family remains the wealthiest in Wiltspoon.

It is quite rare for a large, prosperous family to live in harmony, but all the children and grandchildren in the York family show great promise. Even in typical families, achieving such unity is a challenge, let alone in one as affluent as theirs.

Kiera remarked, “I heard that Old Mrs. York is a woman of great intelligence.”

Julian smiled, offering his own assessment: “Old Mrs. York is quite the clever woman, akin to a wise fox and a gentle tiger. She appears kind, much like a Bodhisattva, but when she wants to outsmart you, you may find yourself ensnared, even if you’re aware of her tactics.

It’s best not to cross her. If she likes you, she’ll take the initiative to engage with you. She is also fiercely loyal. Of her nine grandchildren, only Young Master York is married, and Second Young Master York is engaged. The rest remain uncommitted, and she even worries about her old friend’s grandson.”

For instance, there’s Duncan and himself.

They are both subjects of the old lady’s concern. If it weren’t for Grandma May, he wouldn’t be inundated with blind date arrangements each day, while the illustrious young master of the Bucham family would be seen as a spectacle for others.

“She’s just a warm-hearted old lady,” Kiera said with a smile.

Julian replied, “Yes, she truly is warm-hearted. Old Mrs. York is beloved in Wiltspoon and enjoys an excellent reputation.”

This is undeniably true. Every affluent family in Wiltspoon holds Mrs. York in high regard. In the past, when the York family and the Stone family were fierce rivals, it was Old Mrs. York’s intervention that helped ease tensions between the two families.

It would give them a lot of face. Mrs. Stone was the most domineering among them, but she softened when interacting with the old lady, refraining from being aggressive. Kiera remarked, “After hearing your words, I truly want to meet the old lady. Just chatting, Mr. Bucham; please don’t take it seriously, and don’t trouble Young Master York or the old lady on my behalf.” Kiera admired and revered those in power. The old lady of the York family fit that description perfectly. Julian replied modestly, “Ms. Caron, even if I wished to fulfill your request, my capabilities are limited. My company has collaborated with York Corporation on several projects, and I’ve dined with Young Master York multiple times, which is why I made the request to bring you here for a stroll today.” Upon hearing this, Kiera expressed her gratitude, saying, “Mr. Bucham, thank you so much; I truly appreciate your effort.”