Livid Guardian's Endless Coddling

Isaac's lips twitched hearing Alan and drowned the drink before taking the new one. He thought he would embarrass Eva if he starts talking but he started to feel like she was avoiding him purposefully or was responding to him like a stranger.

He lambasted himself for thinking Eva likes him too.

Alan didn't let Aria drink for anyone and drank for her if required. Amelia and Rowan greatly controlled laughing looking at Alan who kept a poker face toasting on behalf of Aria confusing guests.

Aria knew most of the guest so the introduction wasn't required and just for formality she was meeting them.

As they moved ahead, Aria met her uncle, he was the half brother of her mother Amelia parker. "Hello, Uncle Parker."

He was in his late fifties and likes Aria as his daughter. He rubbed her head adoringly, "My little girl is grown up."

Aria just smiled as Amelia and Rowan greeted him, "Vice president Parker. Thank you for coming."

Alan didn't care so Abel Parker greeted, "President Morgan, Chairman Morgan, Madam Morgan... Aria is very lucky to have you all. Thank you so much for looking after her."

Abel Parker was a vice president in Skyline industries for five years. Before that he worked as manager and director of a department in the Skyline industries.

Amelia smiled looking at Aria, "She is my child. No need for gratification."

They continued to talk. Aria was bored and was about to yawn, Alan pinched her arm and got elbowed by Aria. Amelia and Rowan were already used to their such interaction. Abel looked at them in amusement but didn't dare to ask President Morgan.

They continued to talk and Alan's main bodyguard reported something near Alan's ear in low pitch. Alan nodded in return and took Aria's glass to keep aside.

"Excuse us..." Alan emotionlessly said and took her outside.

Aria was about to punch him, Alan told the reason, "A surprise!"

"Oh!" Aria excitedly followed him as she deduced until she reached the main door, "Wow!"

She left Alan's hand and ran towards the gift. Alan looked at his hand in air and Aria who was running around the brand new Mclaren P1 hybrid sports car.

Aria jumped on her toes as she surprisedly asked, "How did you know I like this car? Only Dad knew it."

Abandoned Alan sighed and smiled seeing her happy. "It was ordered by Dad Oliver for your eighteenth birthday."

As he expected, Aria froze, bit her lip and turned away from him. Alan went to her and hugged to calm her.

Rian and Noah who went out to check saw the car before announcing to all.

Alan kissed her forehead, "I was thinking to let you drive your new car. If you cry now, then forget it."

Aria left him and excitedly asked, "Am I allowed to drive alone?"

Alan pinched her cheek as he hummed, "I will test your skills tomorrow, then yes."

Aria was sure she could pass his test and was about to go for a test drive, all guests exited the main door exclaiming loudly because none in the country A had Mclaren P1 other than Aria.

All chimed to go with her for a test drive putting Aria in difficulty. She saw everyone and all thought she would choose Alan but she gave a sheepish smile before picking one, "Mum!"

Amelia proudly showed off, "My little girl loves me more."

All burst into laughter seeing Amelia tease Alan.

After going around the Cooper mansion and the uphill without exiting the Cooper estate, both returned to see Alan's indecipherable face.

Alan took her near Harold Stanley and Finn Stanley's table where Rowan was talking with Harold. Aria had failed to get anything from Alan and saw grandfather and Grandson sitting elegantly.

Aria remembered Harold. Seeing him with Finn she deduced correctly to his grandfather. She joined dots and understood why Finn was courteous to her.

The Morgan or Cooper's family had no relation with Stanley. Alan had got a call from security about their arrival. He didn't want them to allow as they were uninvited but taken their power, social standing and for respecting Harold, he allowed to know the reason behind their arrival.

The Stanley family wasn't somebody to visit random parties and they would always send pleasantries and gifts with their assistants or butlers to the invited party so Alan was very curious too.

Finn who saw Aria walking towards them froze for a second before diverting his gaze and furrowing. He was surprised by his own thought. He couldn't understand why he suddenly felt complimenting her outer look.

Aria was delightful to the eyes.

Even though nobody noticed his briefest reaction, his grandfather was aware. Harold glanced at the couple and saw the duo smiling at eachother. He had a very basic idea about Alan.

Rowan introduced Aria and Amelia to them and conversely. Harold was a stern old man who maintained his fit body irrespective of his old age. A smile appeared on his face hearing Aria greet, "Old master Stanley, Young master Stanley."

"President Cooper, you are very pleasing to the eyes. Do you remember this old bloke?"

Amelia, Rowan, and Alan turned to Aria in surprise. The latter spoke respectfully, "I do, Old Master Stanley. How is your health now?"

The trio was even more confused but there was nothing on their face.

Harold nodded in satisfaction, "I'm fit and fine. We didn't know about you so we never got a chance to show our gratitude to you."

Alan furrowed his brows. Aria plainly said, "I helped which I would do to anybody."

Seeing three blank faces, Aria quickly brushed up the incident for them then stood up, "Please enjoy the party. I will join my friends."

She left leaving them to talk. Harold spoke, "I'm very sorry about our abrupt visit. The morning I returned so, I didn't have time to give heads up. This child had rejected to take any favor. If there is anything, anytime and any day, please feel free to ask us. We will be very glad to help you."

Amelia and Rowan looked at Alan who hadn't cared to speak. Rowan was about to reject, Alan spoke, "Sure, If there comes a day, we will surely contact you."

That surprised both Amelia and Rowan who managed to smile amiably.

Harold was happy hearing that. Rowan spoke, "Old master Stanley, you had a long journey, you should rest. Shall I ask to arrange a room for you?"

Harold declined, "It's alright. I will get going... Finn, do you want to enjoy the party?"

Finn was dead silent for the whole time. He had to tagalong his grandfather hearing his order. He had no friends in the party as it was restricted to the people who Aria knew unlike how rich heirs celebrate calling the whole city.

"I will go with you, grandpa." He replied as he stood up with Harold. Both bid them and left.

After getting in the car, Harold asked curiously looking at Finn who was playing with his mobile, "Do you like Aria Cooper?"