The CEO's Mischievous Little Bride
Chapter 134 Making My Husband Gain Weight

So, Vera got up and piled a lot of food onto Patrick's plate. "Fish pieces, cabbage, chicken, beef, and some meat I don't even know. I'm giving it all to you. Eat it, gain weight, and get strong!" Vera said. After she finished speaking, she didn't realize she had amused everyone around her.

Vera placed the plate in front of Patrick, filled with her "love."

"Who told you to keep giving me food and feeding me? Now I'm giving you food. You eat it," Vera said to Patrick.

Patrick smiled and said, "But you didn't feed me."

Vera pouted. "If I feed you, I won't have hands to eat with."

As soon as she finished speaking, Cindy laughed.

Patrick also laughed.

He had just teased her to see her reaction, and she didn't disappoint him.

With Vera at home, there was always fun and laughter.

During the meal, Shawn asked Vera how her driving was going.

Vera, thinking about her morning experience, lowered her head guiltily. She had run over the flowers; her driving skills were obviously not good.

Patrick said, "There's a lot of room for improvement."

Shawn didn't catch his subtle hint and thought he was praising Vera for her hard work. "Vera, keep it up. I'm supporting you mentally. Once you learn, you can drive us to the snack street. Ever since you showed me that video of the cheesy hot dog, I've been craving it."

Knowing her actual driving skills, Vera didn't dare promise something she couldn't do. "Shawn, I can promise to take you to the snack street for good food, but I can't promise to drive you there."

After all, it could be life-threatening.

Shawn asked, "Why not?"

Vera replied, "I'm afraid you'll have PTSD from riding in my car."

Shawn was speechless.

Patrick chuckled softly.

After lunch, the Olteran family members sat in the living room, enjoying a leisurely afternoon.

Patrick, busy with work, went to the study.

Cindy, who had woken up early, felt tired by noon and went to her bedroom to rest.

Before long, only three late risers were left on the sofa.

Vera asked Randall, "What time did you get up this morning?"

"Around nine. What about you?"

"I also got up at nine."

They both turned their attention to the energetic Shawn. In unison, they asked, "Grandpa, what time did you get up? How late did you sleep in?"

Shawn awkwardly realized they had all gotten up earlier than him.

"Talking about this is pointless."

He definitely didn't want to tell them he got up at ten.

Seeing they couldn't get an answer, Vera and Randall gave up.

If they asked too much, they might get scolded.

"Shawn, do you have a chat app?"

Shawn asked, "What do you need that for? A phone call can solve everything. Chatting on the phone is so informal."

Shawn was still old-fashioned at heart. Accepting new things took time for him. While everyone else was using mobile apps for socializing and entertainment, Shawn didn't see the point. Years ago, Randall had suggested downloading one for him. Shawn refused and had been stubborn ever since.

Randall told Vera about this.

Vera said, "That's because you didn't use the right method."

So, she took charge.

"Shawn, do you want to be the group owner?"

"What's a group owner?" Shawn asked curiously.

Vera had wanted to bring this up at the restaurant, but she kept getting fed by Patrick and forgot.

After the meal, she brought it up again.

"A group owner is like the head of our family. We create a group chat with just our family members. You, as the group owner, have a lot of power. If you're in a bad mood, you can kick people out at will. Plus, the group owner is someone everyone loves and respects."

Shawn hadn't been in a position of authority for a long time, and his interest was piqued.

"Vera, tell me more about what it takes to be a group owner."

Vera's words intrigued Shawn, and she began to explain in detail what a group owner was, how to create a group, and the benefits and conveniences of having one. "For example, Patrick has a lot of social engagements and sometimes won't be home for dinner. He just needs to tell us in the group like, 'I won't be home for dinner tonight.' Then, we all see the message and can inform the chef to make one less portion."

"Or, if I find something delicious, I can share it in the group and ask, 'Who wants some? I'll bring it home for you.' Then everyone can reply."

"Or, if Cindy is out shopping and I need her to bring something back, I can ask her in the group."

The more Shawn listened, the more he thought this was a good idea.

It really would save a lot of trouble.

"So, how can I become the group owner?" Shawn was now fully interested in this new concept. Vera took out her phone and started teaching Shawn how to download, register, and use the app. Randall watched in amazement, realizing she was truly persuasive!

Whether it was scolding, teasing, or coaxing, Vera was a master at it all.

What Randall had tried for years without success, Vera managed to do with just a few words, convincing Shawn to download the app. "Vera, the verification code hasn't come through yet," Shawn said. Vera glanced at the phone. "Just wait a bit, Shawn. It will come soon."

They fiddled with the phone for about ten minutes.

"Registration successful!" Shawn looked at the screen, nodding in satisfaction. "How do I add you all as friends?"

Vera patiently taught Shawn how to use the app.

From the second-floor staircase, Patrick watched Vera. He had planned to call her back to their room for a nap, but when he stepped out, he heard her encouraging Shawn to register for a social media account. He watched for a long time.

Shawn, being elderly, had been advised by everyone to not just stay at home maintaining his current lifestyle but to engage with new things and keep up with the times.

However, Shawn was very stubborn, and no one could persuade him.

Eventually, everyone gave up.

Since Vera arrived, she managed to coax Shawn into listening to her.

Patrick noticed that she was very patient with his family.

When Shawn was registering, he encountered simple issues like not knowing how to change his avatar, not receiving the verification code, and not knowing where to add friends. A more impatient person would have gotten angry long ago.

However, Vera sat beside him with great patience, carefully teaching him until he learned.

There wasn't a hint of impatience from her.

A person's sincerity couldn't be faked.

Vera showed her genuine care to his family.

Patrick's lips curled into a smile; his face filled with pride.

This wonderful woman was his wife.