Chapter 36: She’s Like a Little Hedgehog

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“Shall we go to the Brocade Pavilion?” Jen suggested.

Brocade Pavilion was an inexpensive and delicious restaurant. It was luxuriously decorated and was more suitable for gatherings with the elders.

“Great!” Mila immediately agreed. Actually, it didn’t matter where they ate. She only wanted to chat with Jen.

After hanging up, Mila immediately stopped smiling and threw the phone to Chaucer.

Chaucer glanced at her. She was as obedient as a rabbit in front of his mother, but in front of him, she was like a hedgehog.

The car slowly stopped at Brocade Pavilion. Chaucer and Mila walked in and asked for the innermost table.

Jen had rushed over from the Chapman family’s mansion and would need a while, so there were only the two of them at the dining table.

Mila looked down at the menu, while Chaucer looked at the work message from Jason on his phone. There were many documents waiting for him to sign in the morning. Even if he was away for an hour, there might be an emergency waiting for him to deal with.

As soon as Jen entered the room, she saw the couple was busy with their own things. Neither of them spoke.

“Chaucer, Mila.” Jen walked over with a smile.

“Mom! Come sit next to me!” Mila quickly pulled out a chair and let Jen sit next to her.

Jen sensed the atmosphere wasn’t right. After sitting down, she kicked Chaucer, telling him to stop playing with his phone.

Chaucer placed his phone on the table, face down, and pursed his lips in resignation

“Mom, would you like to order?” Mila handed over the menu.

“You guys can order first. I can eat anything.” Jen said that, but she was very satisfied with her daughter-in-law’s thoughtfulness.

Jen didn’t know Mila’s preference, and she had never been to this restaurant before. She was quite troubled as she looked at the dazzling menu.

“The chestnut chicken stew, crispy tofu, beef with abalone gravy, honey roasted pork, and lettuce salad are all signature dishes here. You can try them.”

Mila looked at the menu carefully just now and chose some that looked good. She thought if Jen didn’t know what to order, she would give her some suggestions.

“We’ll have what you said just now.” Jen smiled warmly and handed the menu to the waiter. “And a pot of black tea.”

“Sure.” The waiter took the menu and walked out.

“Mom, I bought you a scarf and some pastries in Oceania. Remind me to give them to you later.”

Mila chose two silk scarves of the same style and different colors for her mother and mother-in-law. Although silk scarves could be bought anywhere, the colors of Oceania’s silk scarves were brighter, and the fabric was thinner and softer. It was an ideal gift for a lady.

“Mila, you’re so nice. You even buy me a gift when you go out to work.” Jen held Mila’s hand with a smile. The more she looked at her daughter-in-law, the more satisfied she was.

Actually, Jen had dozens of silk scarves in her closet, but Mila’s thoughtful gift was the most precious. After all, Chaucer had never brought her a gift when he was on a business trip.

Jen and Mila chatted enthusiastically, and not long after, all the dishes were served.

“Mila, have some more. You’re too skinny.” Jen picked up a few pieces of meat for Mila, and the bowl was instantly filled.

“Everyone looks rounder on camera, so I have to control my weight. I didn’t lose that much weight.”

Actually, Mila didn’t try to lose weight, but she didn’t eat or sleep well in Oceania, so she naturally became thinner.

Jen was very curious about the filming. She quickly asked, “When will your show be broadcasted? I really want to watch it!”

“We won’t know for sure until we’re done shooting. I’ll let you know.”

“Great! In the future, when you’re filming, can I go to the set to take a look? Actually, I’ve always been very interested in filming. It’s just that my family is full of intellectuals, so no one talks to me about this.” Jen was very interested and looked at her expectantly.

Mila said without hesitation, “Of course!”

Chaucer quietly watched the two of them talk and smile. Mila had a face that the elderly people liked, and she was sweet and eloquent. With just a few words, she made his mother smile.

After lunch, Chaucer got up and paid the bill. The three of them walked towards the parking lot.

Mila opened the trunk, took out the gift she had prepared, and handed it to Jen.

“Mom, these are the scarves and pastries I bought for you and some tea for Dad.”

Jen took the bag and praised Mila with a smile.

Chaucer walked over at that moment. Mila said, “Mom, why don’t you ride with us? I can visit Dad and Grandpa too.”

Jen was stunned for a moment and avoided her gaze. “You just got off the plane and must be tired. Go home and have some rest. I’ll take a taxi back by myself.”