Stephen's mysterious tone, matched with that serious expression, made Astrid frown in confusion. She couldn't help asking, "Grandpa, what is it?""My private assets," Stephen said openly. His gaze softened as it settled on Astrid. "I was originally going to split them evenly, but now, it's clear there's no need. I don't feel at ease leaving my private assets to them, so I'm giving everything to you."Astrid's eyes widened in shock, and she immediately waved her hands. "Grandpa, I can't accept."At the end of the day, she wasn't a Judd by blood. Letting Stephen leave his private assets to fund the rest of her life felt wrong."Is it because you're not planning on taking care of me in the future?" A trace of hurt flickered in Stephen's eyes.Astrid shook her head at once. "How could I? You've always been the best to me, Grandpa. No matter what, I'll always be around to take care of you."Stephen smiled faintly, satisfied with that answer. He said, "Then take the things. This is my
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