When Ilenia heard that, she was paralyzed. She didn't quite understand his words and blinked doubtfully.
"Grandfather, what did you just say?" she said in surprise.
"That's right, dear. I know this is surprising, but I need to explain it well. Please listen to what I'm going to ask you," he sighed and began to explain.
"My grandson is already 27 years old, he's not so young anymore, and if it were up to him, he wouldn't marry anyone. I'm getting older and sicker," he lowered his gaze with sadness to evoke pity, "now my only wish is for him to marry a good woman like you before I leave this world. Dear, I know it's very sudden, but please try to understand. I need to see my grandson settled. I don't know how much longer I can live."
Ilenia listened carefully and couldn't believe he was
