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went out to open the door, and in a moment, she came back. holding a big box in her hands.
“Sir LeBlanc, the delivery guy, said it’s for Mrs. LeBlanc.”
The “Mrs. LeBlanc” in Whitney’s mouth naturally refers to Jennifer.
Jennifer quickly handed the box to Marcel.
“Grandpa, happy birthday, this is a gift for you.”
Jennifer’s blessing was said with great solemnity, which caught Marcel off guard.
In the past, Jennifer never gave him a gift.
Because they are family, anything Brayan gives, he automatically assumes Jennifer also has a share of it.
And every year on his birthday, Jennifer would always prepare his favorite dishes with great care. Jennifer’s cooking skills were also something he would show off to his old friends.
So he never felt like he needed Jennifer to give him gifts on his birthday.
But this time, Jennifer did the giving.
Marcel was touched and a bit nostalgic.
Because he always felt that this was Jennifer’s way of setting boundaries with Brayan.
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“What did you order that the delivery guy had to bring it? Is it takeout?” Ruby couldn’t help but mock.
Others were also intrigued by this belated birthday gift.
Except for Brayan. –
Ever since Jennifer told him she wanted a divorce and moved out of Skyline Estates without telling him, he hasn’t given her a penny.
Jennifer didn’t ask him for it either.
Brayan guessed, “Most likely Jennifer made the gift herself.”
This gift was both budget–friendly and thoughtful.
What you knit yourself, or bake yourself, is very common in novels and TV shows.
Catalina and Brayan were on the same page.
She was curious about the gift Jennifer gave her, but didn’t have high. expectations.
Anyway, what she gave definitely can’t compare.
Marcel carefully unwrapped the package and opened the gift box.
There was another box inside the box.
It’s a piano case.
Marcel’s eyes lit up.
This is a violin case, and inside the case is, of course, a violin.
Marcel’s hands were shaking.
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“Jenny, you actually still remember grandpa’s old dream…”
Marcel leamed to play the violin since he was a child, his dream was to become a violinist.
However, in order to make money, he joined the army, did business, and gradually went down a path that was completely opposite to music.
After Jennifer married into the LeBlane family, he casually mentioned. to Jennifer about this unrealized dream.
He didn’t expect Jennifer to remember.
When Marcel took out the violin from the case, the guests were stunned.
Including Brayan.
Although not everyone knows how to play the violin, they still have some understanding of top–notch collectibles due to their status.
“Jenny, is this piano that thing, you know, that…” Marcel’s old comrade was so anxious his tongue was tied in knots.
It was a “Macdonald” Stradivari Viola.
Brayan’s gaze shifted from the violin to Jennifer.
the most
The ‘Macdonald‘ Stradivari Viola is expensive violin in the world.
Were
Not only they extremely expensive, but they had never been publicly auctioned. All transactions were done privately, leaving many collectors unable to even have a chance to bid.
“Jenny, how did you get this piano? It’s… it’s too expensive…” Marcel’s eyes were moist, too excited to put into words.
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“My grandpa played the violin so well, of course he needed a good violin to match. I asked a friend to buy it for me, and got a discount,” Jennifer said with a smile, casually.
After getting this top–notch violin, Marcel was as happy as a kid in a candy store. He immediately started playing it on the spot, and everyone clapped and cheered.
Brayan noticed Jennifer was messing with her phone under the table, like she was chatting with someone on WhatsApp.
Jennifer was indeed chatting on WhatsApp with someone.
Marvin Stevens: “Teacher, I even sold my camera to help you buy it. When can I hear you play the piano again?”
Jennifer: How much do you sell the eyeshadow for? Do you have it?
Marvin: ???
Jennifer: “Thanks a lot this
time. I haven’t played the piano for a long time, but I can play the accordion for you when you go
country.”
Marvin: Only allowed to play for one person.
Jennifer sent a “OK” emoji and ended the conversation.
She looked up and saw Brayan looking at her.
back to your
Brayan’s gaze had a hint of scrutiny, and Jennifer nervously avoided. eye contact.
Sending the ‘Macdonald‘ Stradivari Viola in public was a bit flashy, but you only live once, right?
For grandpa, she was willing to do whatever it takes, even if Brayan
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suspected her of making money through shady ways.
Jennifer just received a large sum of money from Peter the other day.
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