Chapter 60 Do You Like Me?
Zoe had quickly finished breakfast and she was now looking forward to dinner.
Zoe and Isabella were chatting, while Sebastian was sitting nearby, looking at documents. He thought that the atmosphere was harmonious and felt very happy.
Zoe's didn’t really have an odd temperament, but not everyone could make her happy. As he listened to them carefully, he noticed that Isabella wasn’t purposely trying to please her. She was just casually saying a few words could make Zoe laugh.
It was really rare to see that.
Just then, the door of the ward opened and Vanessa, who was dressed in a gown, appeared, carrying breakfast. "Grandmother, Mr. Landon, good morning!"
Her smile froze for a moment when she saw Isabella.
"Isabella?" Vanessa closed the door and tried to maintain a smile as she walked over and said, "What are you doing here?"
"Bella came to see me." Zoe held Isabella's hand and looked very fond of her.
Vanessa felt jealous that Zoe liked Isabella so much. She had tried so hard to please Zoe, but Zoe had always ignored her. Although she felt unhappy, she still maintained a proper smile and said, "So you and Isabella know each other."
"We met when I was last hospitalized. I suppose Bella and I are fellow patients." Zoe laughed very happily.
Vanessa felt very uncomfortable. She took the breakfast and said, "Grandmother, I made breakfast for you."
Zoe waved her hand and said, "I've already eaten."
"You've already eaten?" Vanessa turned her head and saw a disposable lunch box in the trash can.
"Bella brought me some food Bella, it tasted really good." Zoe said, "You don't need to prepare dinner either. Bella will come and bring me dinner tonight."
Vanessa forced a smile and said, "I should ask Isabella for advice and learn how to make you happy, Grandmother."
Zoe patted Isabella's hand and said, "I liked Bella the first time I saw her. She seems obedient and honest."
Vanessa thought in her heart:
'What do you mean? Am I not obedient and honest?'
Vanessa suddenly felt that it was a waste of her time and energy to please Zoe. She turned to Sebastian and said, "Have you had breakfast, Mr. Landon?"
"Not yet," Sebastian answered while stealing a glance at Isabella.
She had only brought one serving of breakfast! Zoe had just praised the taste of the food, and Sebastian also wanted to try it, but he couldn't possibly compete with his grandmother for food.
"I brought breakfast." Vanessa said and handed him a sandwich.
"Thank you," Sebastian said as he took the food, but he didn't have much appetite and only had a few bites.
"How does it taste?" Vanessa asked expectantly.
"It's pretty good," Sebastian replied, somewhat dismissively.
Vanessa smiled sweetly and said, "If you like it, I can make breakfast for you every morning from now on."
"Okay."
Isabella checked the time and said, "Rest well, Zoe. I need to go."
"Take care," Zoe quickly called Sebastian and said, "Seb, can you walk Bella out?"
"Sure." As Sebastian was about to get up, he heard Vanessa say, "I'll walk her out."
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As they walked out of the ward, Vanessa accompanied Isabella to the elevator. When she saw that there was no one around, she smiled and asked, "Bella, why does Grandma like you so much?"
Isabella found it strange. She had already asked that question in the ward, and Zoe had given an answer. She didn't know why Vanessa was asking her that again.
"Zoe and I just happened to share the same ward before, Vanessa. There's no other meaning behind me visiting her today. Don't get the wrong idea," Isabella explained.
"I'm not getting the wrong idea. I genuinely want to learn from you," Vanessa chuckled and said, "I guess it's because I've never had experience interacting with older people since I was young. I don't know how to make Grandma like me. To be honest, I'm a little jealous when I see how much she likes you."
Isabella knew that not everything Vanessa said was true, so she didn't know how to respond. Fortunately, the elevator arrived at that moment, and Isabella quickly said, "I should go."
"Alright." Vanessa didn't say anything more either. She waved her hand and said, "Goodbye."
Isabella waved back, and the elevator doors slowly closed.
Vanessa stood by the elevator for a while, her smile disappearing. When she turned around, she saw Sebastian walking toward her with his coat and briefcase. Vanessa understood where he was going and said, "Are you going to the office, Mr. Landon?"
"Yes." Sebastian glanced at the elevator and asked, "Has Isabella left already?"
"Yes, she's gone," Vanessa felt uncomfortable.
"Alright. I've arranged for a nurse for Grandma. If you find it too noisy here in the hospital, you can go back," Sebastian said.
"I don't mind the noise. I'm just afraid that both you and Grandma will find me unwelcome here." Vanessa lowered her head, looking somewhat sad.
Sebastian frowned and said, "Grandma really likes you now."
"What about you?" Vanessa looked at him, her eyes shimmering with anticipation, and asked, "Do you like me?"
Sebastian hesitated for a moment.
He didn't want to lie and had no interest in lying. But if he told the truth, he was afraid of hurting her self-esteem. After all, it was his fault for bringing her back to live with him. He had done that because he wanted to make up for what happened that night, and if they had feelings for each other, they could start a formal relationship.
However, even though his feelings that night had been strong, he had almost lost interest when he saw her again. His feelings for Isabella were even stronger.
"I understand," Vanessa felt disappointed but still tried to smile, saying, "Mr. Landon, if you really don't like me, I have no reason to continue living in your villa. I'll pack up and move out today."
"Vanessa." Sebastian hesitated for a while and said, "I’ll take you back tonight."
He should give himself and Vanessa a chance.
Vanessa was surprised and couldn't believe it. She confirmed it again, saying, "Really?"
"Yes." Sebastian's mood became complicated.
Vanessa's smile was sweet as she said, "Then I'll wait for you tonight."
"Alright." Sebastian looked at his watch and said, "I'm going to the company, see you tonight."
"Goodbye!" Vanessa watched him take the elevator down and felt extremely happy. It seemed that she had to prepare well tonight to make Sebastian fall in love with her completely.
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After coming out of the hospital, Isabella immediately called Nina and told her about Zoe's illness. She asked if she had time to make some appetizers.
Nina immediately agreed and asked about Zoe's condition.
While they were talking, Isabella heard Charlie's voice. "Who’s calling so early?"
"It's Bella."
"I need to go, Nina. I'll come pick up the dinner when it's ready."
"Okay."
After Nina hung up, Charlie looked annoyed and asked, "Why was she calling?"
"Bella asked me to help make some appetizers. She wants to take the food to the hospital tonight."
"Who is sick?" Charlie asked casually.
"Their boss's grandmother."
As soon as Charlie heard that, his attitude immediately changed. He said, "What are you going to make? I’ll go buy the ingredients.”
Nina had nothing to say about his change in attitude.
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Sebastian drove out of the hospital and didn't see Isabella on the way out.
When he arrived at the company, he saw two unexpected guests sitting inside as soon as he opened the door.
