Duangjai Dhevaprom: Kwanruetai

CHAPTER 2

Mom Luang Pokket crawled on her knees and gracefully knelt down to pay her respects to Grandma On. Grandma On hugged her back, tears of joy flowing down her face.

"It's been a long time since we've seen each other. My great-grandchild Ket has grown up into a young woman and is also beautiful."

The members of the Jutathep family gathered around, especially Mom Rajawong Phutthipat and Krongkaew who were overjoyed when their daughter returned home. Mom Luang Asira sat on one side of the chair, with Mom Luang Phuthanet, Mom Luang Ronnajak, and Mom Luang Ronaphum beside them. Everyone looked on with admiring eyes. Only Mom Luang Chatklao knew what her sister's condition was like before.

If he hadn't ordered her to change her clothes, everyone's reactions wouldn't have been like this. A cream-colored polka dot dress, an A-line skirt, and a thin waistband with a large belt made her look more modest. Her makeup wasn't as flashy as before. Her long hair was left straight and was covered with a polka dot headband, looking a bit more stylish, more suitable for her status as a fashion design student from France.

"This outfit is the most modest in my bag, Khun Chat," his younger sister grumbled, but Chatklao did not respond.

He simply said, "Then tomorrow, I will have to take you on a big shopping spree. I believe that JT Center will have many outfits that are suitable for Khun Ket."

Mom Luang Pokket made a face of annoyance because her older brother gave her a big lecture about dressing, but she didn't dare argue. After a while, the conversation changed to another topic. The two siblings chatted along, and the tension gradually eased until they reached home.

"Grandma complimented me like this, Ket is very embarrassed."

The young lady smiled shyly and glanced at Grandma On again.

"Grandma is telling the truth. My grandchild Ket is the most beautiful. Her skin is beautiful. She looks exactly like Mae (Mother) Krong Kaew when she was young."

"I also think that Khun Ket looks prettier and taller. Or is it because of the high heels?" Mom Luang Phuthanet, who was sitting next to her, added.

"No, I'm still the same. It's probably because of the skirt style that made me look slimmer."

"But Grandma says you're a bit thin, my child. Since you're here now, you'll have Mae Kaew make you a lot of food to eat."

"I can't do it, Grandma. Just this alone makes me look fat among my friends. When I was studying in France, everyone else in my class was slim." Pokket argued.

"How could you imitate Westerners? We Thais believe that if our children are skinny and weak, the parents won't prosper." When Grandma On took the opportunity, she scolded Mom Luang Pokket. Mom Luang Pokket fell silent and hugged her waist in a flattering manner.

"Then let Grandma make some for Ket to eat. When I come back this time, Ket misses chili paste. I'm dying to eat it."

"This granddaughter is really a sweet-talker. Great-grandma is old and probably can't cook anymore. Let your mother cook for you."

"Grandma On, don't worry. Kaew will take care of it. From now on, I will only make Khun Ket's favorite meals every day." Krongkaew added, looking at her daughter with admiration. After going to study abroad, her daughter became more confident. This can be seen from her fluent answers to questions and her graceful walking posture, which is appropriate for someone who studies fashion.

"Oh, Mom."

"Have you thought about what you will do?" Mom Luang Asira, the eldest in the group, asked, while the other members listened.