Mysterious Mrs. Pansy

Even if they were to bring a nanny along, it would only make the elderly couple flustered. If each of the two elderly people took care of one child, this problem wouldn’t exist.

In any case, Patrick’s father shouldn’t be overly burdened, and Jane shouldn’t separate the two children.

So, the only solution is to use this compromise, which is the most suitable.

“Well, that’s great. I actually wanted to meet and get acquainted as well. I had this plan when I came back, but I didn’t expect you to bring it up earlier.”

“I just don’t know if having a relative accompany me every day will affect his own affairs. But I’m happy to have someone to chat with.”

Jane reassured Patrick’s father that there was no need to worry about this matter because Johnny is already retired.

They spend their days fishing and enjoying leisurely activities. They don’t have much to keep them busy. Now that the two elderly people are together, they can do whatever they want.

Whether it’s going to the park for exercise or leisure and entertainment, Johnny can be their guide.

After all, Johnny is very familiar with this city.

“That’s the best. I’m not very familiar with this place, and I was thinking about where to go for a walk after being bored in the villa. Now I don’t have to worry.”

“You young people don’t have to worry about our lives.”

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Patrick knew that when people get old and have too much free time, they tend to overthink things, and that’s not good.

On the contrary, a life where a person doesn’t exert too much physical energy but can keep themselves busy is the most relaxing state.

If we had to describe it accurately, it would be a slow-paced life.

In the evening, after returning to the villa, they chatted again. Jane had already told her father to come over.

The next day, Johnny arrived early, bringing some things with him. After all, it was the first time meeting with his in-laws.

The two of them had a warm conversation and felt like they had met each other too late because they discovered shared interests.

Of course, they also had another shared interest, which was taking care of the children. They felt that they had completed their lives.

Now all their affection was focused on the children, allowing them to experience the liveliness of childhood and find joy in their hearts and minds.

During the day, Patrick and Jane finished everything at the company. They also informed the people at the villa that they should prepare a nice meal for the evening.

In the afternoon, they had already returned home early.

When the family sat together, the dishes were served one after another.

Now, after spending a whole day together, Johnny and Patrick’s father had become very familiar. They were no longer as polite as when they first met.

Instead, they felt like old friends. Jane and Patrick were very satisfied with this situation.

They believed that such interaction would allow Patrick’s father to feel at ease staying in the villa for a while longer, while they could focus on their work.

As they sat together, enjoying a lively meal, Jane’s father raised his glass first.

“My older brother had his first reunion dinner with them. Finally, our whole family has the opportunity to have a meal together.”

“I hope you young folks can love each other, while us old folks can just play with our grandchildren and live a peaceful life, without causing you any trouble.”

Johnny’s words were sincere and devoid of any empty politeness.

For any elderly person, what they need is two things: the happiness of their children and the pursuit of their own health and leisure. As long as these two conditions are met, they are already content. The happiness of their children refers to their children’s happy family life and fulfilling work. As long as these two conditions are present, the elderly no longer have to worry about them. Their own health and leisure refer to being able to live with a healthy body, spending the remaining days without giving their children a chance to worry, and keeping their own body and mind in a state of delight.

This state is the common pursuit of these elderly people and the state in which Johnny is currently living. He hopes Patrick’s father can also have such a state, so that the two old folks can relieve some of the family’s burdens.

After having a drink, Patrick’s father, who rarely drinks on ordinary days, lifted a glass of liquor. Occasionally, during festivals or when entertaining important clients, he would have a little drink.

This time, he held up a full glass of liquor. Although the glass was not big, it was rare to see him drink so much.

“Both of you are doing very well. I wish you continued success in your careers and a harmonious life together.”

“I don’t have to worry about my company; there are people below who take care of things. During this phase, my brother and I will enjoy life, so you don’t have to worry about us.”

Patrick’s father finished the drink, and Patrick and Jane, of course, followed suit. However, they didn’t want the two elderly to drink too much, so they only poured a little for each person.

After they both expressed their attitudes, the family happily enjoyed their dinner. This reunion meal brought many emotions to Jane’s heart.

If at the beginning their family still had Mike, Jane could feel the warmth of a family. But Mike was no longer here, fortunately, they now have Patrick’s father, who allows them to regain that feeling.

This is what a normal family should feel like. Jane happily washed the fruit and prepared tea for the two elderly after finishing the meal.

When the family sat together and chatted, they joyfully discussed various aspects of life. This time, there was no talk about work at all.

The conversation revolved around the two little ones.

Before the elderly had their meal, they were already doting on the little ones, and when it came time to eat, the two little ones fell asleep in a daze.