The Soft-Hearted Wife of Mr. Big Shot-Chapter 126 - 127: Leo Grant’s Mother

"Wow, sis looks really young."

Anna Bennett blinked as she looked at Holly Sawyer and said earnestly; Holly Sawyer had a face like a doll, making her appear quite young.

She thought Holly Sawyer was just starting university, but didn’t expect she had graduated quite a while ago.

"Sis, which university did you graduate from?"

Claire Miller asked curiously.

Holly Sawyer: "I graduated from Arkenfall University."

Arkenfall University is the best university in Arkenfall, a top-tier institution, widely recognized. Veridian is the best university in Bexley, but it doesn’t quite compare to Arkenfall University; many people go to great lengths to get admitted there.

"Whoa."

Claire Miller and Anna Bennet swore between themselves, exchanging a glance.

From each other’s eyes, they both could read the words "This sis is amazing."

"What about you, bro? Which university did you graduate from?"

Claire Miller turned her gaze to Leo Grant, who was incredibly handsome, and she felt shy just looking at him.

"Arkenfall University."

Leo Grant’s voice was a bit cold, unlike the warmth he showed to Holly Sawyer.

Holly Sawyer was his favorite and exception; the attitude he gave her was something others couldn’t possess.

"Wow, both of you are so impressive."

Anna Bennett exclaimed in surprise, imagining a story where the male and female leads strive for love.

"Did you both agree to take the entrance exam for Arkenfall University together?"

Claire Miller lightly bit her lip, looking at Holly Sawyer and Leo Grant and inquiring.

Anna Bennett mainly handles photography, while she writes the copy.

Holly Sawyer shook her head; back when she was starting university, she hadn’t even met Leo Grant.

"Can you two tell us your love story, please?"

Claire Miller asked expectantly; Leo Grant and Holly Sawyer seemed genuinely sweet, just the kind she and others envied.

Sweet love stories in real life are few; at least they rarely witness one. Leo Grant and Holly Sawyer appeared super sweet, sweet enough to be overwhelming.

Holly Sawyer hadn’t answered when Leo Grant’s phone rang; he glanced at his phone and answered it in front of Holly Sawyer.

After the call, Leo Grant’s demeanor instantly turned cold.

"What’s wrong?"

It was rare for Leo Grant to show a cold face in front of her; he seemed to have encountered something particularly upsetting.

"My mother is here."

Leo Grant’s voice was cold; even when mentioning the word "mother," it lacked any emotion.

Generally, "mother" felt more like a formal term.

"We have to go, study hard."

Holly Sawyer greeted Claire Miller and Anna Bennett before pulling Leo Grant away.

"Don’t be upset."

Holly Sawyer didn’t ask Leo Grant too much; instead, she naturally pulled a lollipop from her pocket, peeled off the wrapper, and stuck it into Leo Grant’s mouth.

Leo Grant had never mentioned his mother’s existence; Holly Sawyer knew his father had passed away, but she wasn’t clear about his mother and never delved into it.

"Alright."

Leo Grant held Holly Sawyer’s hand tightly; as long as the girl stayed by his side, that was enough; nothing else mattered to him.

"Why don’t you ask me anything?"

Leo Grant turned to look at Holly Sawyer, his voice soft.

Why not ask about his mother?

Why not ask why mentioning his mother made him unhappy?

The girl didn’t ask a single word, just quietly stood by him, in her own way, preventing him from feeling too sad.

"If brother wants to say it, he’ll naturally tell Holly."

Holly Sawyer slightly raised her head with a smile on her lips.

Leo Grant would talk if he wanted to, and Holly Sawyer firmly believed Leo Grant would tell her. That’s why she didn’t ask.

Leo Grant: "Thank you."

The journey home seemed really short, and soon they arrived. The villa was brightly lit, and the streetlights outside had come on.

Leo Grant stood at the door, neither ringing the doorbell nor using a key; he just stood quietly. Holly Sawyer gently bit her lip. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

"Let me do it."

Holly Sawyer took out the key to open the door; the sound of the key inserting into the lock was crisp; when the door opened, a beautiful woman appeared before Holly Sawyer.

Holly Sawyer appeared somewhat awkward.

"You are..."

The woman’s face originally held a smile, but seeing Holly Sawyer surprised her, causing the smile to freeze on her face.

She thought Leo Grant had returned; unexpectedly, the first person she saw upon opening the door was a strange young woman.

"She’s my girlfriend."

Leo Grant stepped forward and wrapped an arm around Holly Sawyer’s shoulder, asserting sovereignty; his gaze towards the woman held an inherent coldness.

"You have a girlfriend?"

Annie Allen visibly froze, disbelief filling her eyes as she examined Holly Sawyer from head to toe, her gaze starkly naked.

"Yes."

Leo Grant’s tone remained cold; he pulled Holly Sawyer behind him, standing in front of her, his cold gaze fixed on Annie Allen.

"You didn’t mention having a girlfriend to your mother, did you?"

Annie Allen immediately put on a smile, attempting to grab Leo Grant’s hand, though he dodged.

"Are we that close?"

Leo Grant’s gaze remained icy; so did his tone, as he tightly held Holly Sawyer’s hand.

"I’m your mother."

Annie Allen faltered slightly, seemingly not expecting Leo Grant to be so disrespectful in front of his girlfriend.

Leo Grant: "Move aside."

Annie Allen moved back a little; Leo Grant led Holly Sawyer inside, not sparing another glance at Annie Allen.

"Young master, have some fruit."

Mrs. Hayes brought over a plate of cut fruit, placing it on the coffee table. Her gaze towards Leo Grant was hesitant but ceased speaking.

"Young master, you... never mind, you handle it."

Mrs. Hayes put down the items, looking at Leo Grant, seemingly wanting to say something but ultimately keeping silent.

She raised her eyes, glancing at Annie Allen, quietly shook her head, and exited the living room.

The matters between the mother and son weren’t hers to interfere with.

Leo Grant and Holly Sawyer sat on the sofa; Leo fed Holly Sawyer pieces of fruit, completely ignoring Annie Allen standing there, as though she was air.

"You’re so nice to your girlfriend; can’t you spare a bit for your mother?"

Annie Allen watched Leo Grant’s meticulous attention to Holly Sawyer and abruptly choked up, tears appearing in her eyes.

"Do you need it?"

Leo Grant retorted, coldly lifting his gaze to look at Annie Allen.

Annie Allen: "Of course I need it."

Leo Grant dismissed Annie Allen, not wanting to deal with her, finding no necessity in it.

Ignoring him in the past, now trying to assert presence in front of him? Sorry, no chance of gaining much presence.

"Brother..."

Holly Sawyer lightly tugged Leo Grant’s sleeve, her eyes bright and fixated on Leo Grant.

Hmm, Leo Grant certainly had reasons for ignoring Annie Allen, but she felt odd being there.