“…Now she’s also considered a lady from a prominent family,” Uncle Pollock continued. “Her elder sister even went back to inherit the family business. That York young wife isn’t just anyone.”
Carlos sipped his tea slowly. “I don’t want my sister to marry into a wealthy family either. But what if Alex truly likes Aitana? Sure, there’s a big gap between our families, but we’re not poor. Compared to most, the Pollocks are doing very well.”
To the general public, the Pollocks were already considered upper-middle class.
Carlos added, “Earlier, I thought something felt off between Alex and Aitana.”
This time, Uncle Pollock actually put down his newspaper. Folding it, he said, “You’re right. It’s obvious. Aitana is all he sees, and he’s not even trying to hide it. The only one who hasn’t noticed is Aitana herself.”
“That’s why I asked you what you think of Alex,” Carlos said.
Hearing their conversation, Second Aunt joined in. “So I’m not the only one who noticed! I thought I was overthinking it. Alex’s affection for Aitana is too obvious.