34 Dinner with Grandparents

When Shawn and I entered the door my grandparents were there to greet us.

"Good evening Queenie, Shawn." my grandmother greeted us. "We're happy for you to be here." she gives me a warm smile and a hug. I also hugged my grandfather. Shawn shook their hands.

"It will be more happier if a certain someone didn't come." my grandfather whispered but loud enough for us to hear. Shawn gave a forced smile.

My grandmother elbowed grandfather. "Come dinner is waiting." she showed the way.

I look at the interior of the mansion. It has been properly maintained. I remember my childhood self playing as a princess and coming down the grand staircase where my prince was waiting. And of course that prince was Shawn. In the past Shawn, Gerald and I are childhood friends. We have always played together and visited each others homes just to play.

"Your mansion is huge but still feels like home." I said while we are walking to the dining room.

"Yes. I have always put effort in decorating it myself. I want the interiors to feel warm and cozy. We are old now and a home is where we can feel at ease." grandmother said. "Well it's always a hassle to decorate a house this big but it gives me something to do at least." she smiled.

We arrive at the grand dining room. It was just the four of us so we used just a portion at the end of the grand long table.

A complete tableware was arranged on the table for four persons.

"Let them bring the food in." grandfather said.

The bulter bowed and exited the dining room. Moments later the food arrived. I can smell the delicious aroma of the food.

"Hmm seafood?" I asked in amazement. "I love seafood specially shrimp." I smiled.

My grandparents both smiled. "I'm happy that you still like seafood. I have ordered the chef to specifically cook this for you." grandfather said.

"Really? So I also loved seafood back then." I said. "No wonder you took me to a seaside restaurant on our first date." I said to Shawn.

Shawn smiled. "Yes. I have some doubts that time that you were Jill." he said.

"Hmph. If you knew then why didn't you tell us?" grandfather said sarcastically.

Shawn was taken by surprise on what my grandfather said. "I'm sorry grandfather. I wasn't 100% sure yet at that time. I didn't have concrete evidence." he said.

"Hmph who told you that you can call me grandfather again?" grandfather was not backing down. Shawn started to look sad.

"Grandfather?" I asked acting confused of this tension between them.

"Dear, Shawn is our guest. Please behave yourself." grandmother scolded.

"Hmph." grandfather stopped talking.

"Come now let's eat while the food is hot." grandmother said.

"Thank you." Shawn said smiling at grandmother.

My grandmother is really a gentle person. She played the role of my mother after her death. She had given me motherly love that I will be forever grateful for.

We have eaten in silence. Once done wine was served.

"Oh I am not allowed to drink alcohol for now the doctor said." I said.

"Oh yes. You just had a serious headache attack recently. You can't drink any alcohol for the time being." Shawn seconded.

"Why do you have headache attacks?" grandfather asked.

"The doctor said it's because of a scar tissue that was formed after I had a concussion on the fall." I explained.

My grandfather's face was sour. He looked at Shawn in an angry way. "I will never forgive the one that made you this way." grandfather said.

I looked confused. "Made me this way? But didn't I accidentally slipped off a cliff? There was no one to blame for that mistake." I said.

I saw my grandmother elbowing my grandfather again and looked at him intently. "Now let's not talk of sad things. It's all in the past. Queenie I hear you're a great fashion designer."

"Yes. I have studied in Paris to become a fashion designer and made my way to the top of the fashion world." I said happily. "I am now one of the worlds most popular fashion designer. I'm sure you have heard of my clothing line Q.Versales?"

"Yes I have. And to tell you the truth I have bought clothes with your tag. I love the simple and elegant designs." grandmother said.

"Wow really that's wonderful." my eyes lit up. "Let me design your dresses grandmother. I will personally make designs just for you." I said.

"Wow designs exclusive just for me from the designer of Q.Versales herself. I'm so honored." grandmother was thrilled.

"It's the least I can do." I said.

All night we have talked about my life in Paris and my past as Jill. It was getting late and we prepared to leave.

"Please visit us next time okay. Our home is always open for you." grandmother told us.

"Much better if you go alone." grandfather has started again.

"Thanks so much for having me here." Shawn said while ignoring my grandfather's remarks.

"Hmph."

Grandfather got an elbow from my grandmother again.

"Aww. That hurts you know." grandfather was complaining like a kid.

"Then behave." grandmother scolded. "We're happy to have you again like old times." she smiled.

"Can I bring my adoptive brother next time I visit? He would like to meet you as well." I asked.

"Of course. We would love to meet him as well. He is your life saver, unlike others." grandfather said enthusiastically.

Shawn was having a beating from grandfather all night. I giggled to myself.

"Well we better get going." Shawn said.

I hugged my grandparents and said our goodbyes.

Shawn's car arrived at the drive way. He opened the passenger door for me and helped me get in then entered the driver's side.

I looked at my grandparents waving goodbye. I wave to them as well. Tears started to fall from my eyes. I can remember the feelings of unconditional love they have given me and still gives me now after meeting me again. After all of this revenge is over I am sure to give them my love whole heartedly.