Swapping a Broken Heart for a New Start novel Chapter 945

Dennis trusted Audrey completely, so he didn't feel the need to say more. They chatted for a bit before hanging up. The next evening, as Camila left the research institute after a long day, she found Audrey and Lillian waiting for her. Audrey's warm, cheerful demeanor immediately eased Camila's nerves about visiting the Williams family for the first time. Since this was her first official visit, Camila had come bearing several gifts. Audrey was surprised. "Camila, you really shouldn't have! This is just a simple family dinner." The elder Mr. Williams chimed in, "Audrey's right. Next time, please don't feel you have to bring anything." Camila smiled, understanding their kindness. "It's my pleasure. These are supplements and medicine to help with your health, Grandpa. Even if I wasn't coming today, I would have asked Dennis to bring them to you. You must be running low on the last batch he brought. This new formula is a bit milder for you." The elder Mr. Williams already knew that the remedies Dennis had brought him were specially developed by Camila. Before, he might have thought she was just trying to win his favor, but seeing her continued thoughtfulness touched him. "You're very kind." After taking them, he truly did feel much better. The old aches and pains that used to plague him were less frequent, and he felt more energetic. They worked wonders. Charlotte, too, recognized the care that went into the gifts. "Anything from Camila is a treasure!" she exclaimed happily. Camila hadn't forgotten her or Audrey. "These are for you and Audrey. They're skincare products specially formulated for your skin types, infused with the finest medicinal herbs. They should leave your skin feeling wonderful and looking even younger." "Wow, a present for me too!" Charlotte beamed, eagerly accepting the gift. "It's just what I wanted!" "Me too!" Audrey added with a grin. With gifts for everyone else, Camila naturally had something for Douglas as well. "I heard that in your spare time, Uncle Douglas, you enjoy calligraphy and collecting art. For my first visit, I brought you a set of fine writing tools. I hope you like them." Though she said it modestly, the set was an extremely rare and high-quality collection, not something one could simply buy in a store. Even the usually stoic Douglas was visibly thrilled, handling the items with reverence. "This set... it's a top-tier collector's item. I remember seeing one like it at an auction years ago." Camila didn't deny it. The set had been a gift from a wealthy patient she had treated long before she married Ethan, given in gratitude. It had been stored in the medical school's collection room, which she had inherited. Though she rarely touched anything that belonged to her master, she had made an exception. Her thoughtful gifts were a huge hit with the Williams family. Charlotte couldn't wait to get them settled, pulling Camila and Lillian toward the dining room. The dinner spread was magnificent, with most of the dishes prepared by Charlotte herself. Audrey piled food onto Camila's plate. "These are my mom's specialties. Ethan loves them too. You have to try them, Camila!" Camila tasted a dish and her eyes lit up. "Mmm, this is delicious! Your cooking rivals that of any top chef!" The compliment made Charlotte blush with pleasure. "Oh, it's nothing that fancy, just some home cooking." The elder Mr. Williams watched the warm scene unfold, happily helping Lillian with her meal. The little girl was easy to please and not a picky eater. She was also remarkably well-behaved at the table. Not only did she eat without fussing, but she also thoughtfully served her great-grandfather. "Grandpa, have some fish! It's very good for you. This piece doesn't have any bones, and it's not hot anymore. Eat up!"