Will the Aloof Billionaire Divorce Today?

Chapter 1093: She Actually Dared to Insult Him Indirectly

The maid responded promptly.Turning around, she saw Scarlett standing at the stairway entrance. The maid was momentarily taken aback but eventually greeted with decorum, "Miss Yates."

This maid, whom Scarlett had seen during her time living with the Douglas Family, was responsible for taking care of Ian Douglas’s daily needs. Similar to Olly, her position was akin to that of a first-class maid in ancient times.

Upon hearing the maid’s greeting, Ian Douglas lifted his gaze lazily and glanced in the direction where Scarlett was standing.

That glance was openly filled with discontent for her; anyone with eyes could see he didn’t like Scarlett.

Some found this amusing, but Scarlett felt indifferent. She had long known Ian Douglas didn’t like her.

If Ian Douglas were to look at her with a gentle, loving, and doting gaze, that would truly surprise her.

Ian Douglas looked at her, so she looked back at him. After a few seconds of eye contact, Scarlett took the initiative to walk over.

Slowly approaching Ian Douglas, she courteously greeted him, "Good afternoon, Old Master Douglas."

Considering he was Matthew Saxon’s maternal grandfather, Scarlett decided to maintain a surface-level cordial relationship.

As long as he didn’t bully her excessively, she would endure it.

Ian Douglas’s half-closed eyes narrowed further, and a sharp glint flashed in his gaze as he lazily scrutinized Scarlett’s face. His tone was also lazy as he spoke, "You do have a sense of self-awareness, knowing how to address me. If you were to try to call me grandfather like Matthew does, I wouldn’t be able to bear it."

His words, tinged with sarcasm, clearly conveyed his attitude.

He was never going to accept a granddaughter-in-law like her.

He showed no respect for her, unwilling even to maintain superficial pleasantries, indicating his level of dissatisfaction with her.

Initially, if he said something like this, it would have caused Scarlett embarrassment. But now, upon hearing his words, a faint smile appeared on her face. She nodded, seeming to agree with him, "I think so too. In my heart, anyone I call grandfather must be a kindly, affable, and approachable elder. You, Old Master Douglas, don’t quite fit that description, so even if you permitted me to call you that, I’d find it hard to say."

This young girl dared to subtly insult him, claiming he wasn’t kind or affable.

Although he didn’t care for or like such flattering terms, being overtly criticized by this impudent girl was intolerable for Ian Douglas.

The opposite of kind and affable is fierce and malicious, isn’t it?

Who would want to be described as overbearing and malevolent?

Slim eyes narrowed, Ian Douglas let out a cold laugh, "My granddaughter-in-law must be gentle, virtuous, noble, and dignified—a lady of high standing. An uncultured brat like you should never aspire for such a status. People should have self-awareness; understanding how to assess the situation helps avoid disgrace."

"Otherwise, if you say something too unsightly, it won’t be good for anyone’s reputation."

Scarlett pondered this thoughtfully, then smiled slightly and nodded, "Old Master Douglas makes a good point. I also think someone as esteemed as you should indeed have a granddaughter-in-law who matches your noble stature. With your status and position, finding a prestigious lady as your granddaughter-in-law should be easy. I fully support Old Master Douglas’s idea and wish for your timely fulfillment."