After presenting his gifts to Grandpa Aldens, Duke turned his attention to Grandma Aldens, taking out an array of carefully chosen presents—exquisite jade bracelets, elegant clothing, high-quality health supplements, and luxurious beauty products.
The number of boxes far exceeded what he had given Grandpa Aldens, and for good reason—he knew that if Grandma Aldens was happy, the entire family would be at ease.
It wasn't just Grandpa Aldens who was dissatisfied with him; his brother-in-law, Keith, shared the sentiment. As a devoted siscon, Keith wasn't ready to accept that Duke had so easily taken his sister away.
To maintain harmony within the family, the true head of the household had to be pleased—and in the Aldens family, that role undeniably belonged to Grandma Aldens. Duke understood this well, which was why he knew exactly who to win over.
