Had she known it earlier, she wouldn't have brought Mathias the book! Vivian felt angry but did not know with whom she should be upset. After all, reading preference was a matter of personal choice. She was unable to convince her grandfather to like her novel.

Vivian then had the abrupt realization that her being the author of the novel would be released to the public at some point. She might be able to keep it a secret from her grandfather for the time being, but he would find out eventually.

How humiliating would it be for her when she came to visit the Smith family in the future if her grandfather truly believed Song of Phoenix was plagiarized!

Vivian thought about this and Lied through her teeth, saying, “Grandpa, it is true that Song of Phoenix is a little comparable to Female Military Counsellor. Maybe it is a tribute to Mia from a new author.

You probably don't know, but Mia has never stated that Song of Phoenix plagiarized Female Military Counsellor."

Vivian had no idea that one day she would have to exploit Mia's fame to whitewash her novel.

She also failed to notice Maria's playful expression.

Maria was attentively observing Vivian's performance Like a VIP guest audience.

It was incredibly intriguing.

“I'm tired."

Mathias yawned and looked as though he no longer wanted to entertain Vivian.

“Maria, please see her out for me," he added casually.

“Okay, Grandpa." Maria sweetly answered.

Vivian's face practically contorted upon hearing this

What just happened?

Why was her grandfather treating her like an outsider?

What's worse, he even asked Maria to see her out!

Why was this happening?

If it had been a few days earlier, Vivian would have exclaimed, “Grandpa, I am your granddaughter!"

But Vivian no Longer dared to make such a statement.