If it weren't for Peyton asking him for help this time, Drake probably wouldn't have left the house at all. Kate knew that Drake placed extreme importance on family background. Otherwise he wouldn't have forced Peyton to marry Beverly. This whole situation was quite regrettable. Back then, Peyton had a woman he loved, but that woman came from humble origins. Drake didn't approve of their relationship. They were forced to separate, and that woman moved far away. It was said she was even pregnant with Peyton's child. She only left after learning the news of his arranged marriage to Beverly. Later, when Peyton found out about this, he dropped everything and chased after her. Drake and Odette had secretly orchestrated Zaden's birth because they feared Peyton wouldn't agree. That's why Peyton never liked him and had even once considered getting rid of him. Zaden was an obstacle to Peyton's pursuit of the woman he loved. As long as Zaden existed, he would always be a barrier in her heart. Moreover, the child of the woman he loved had no way to be legitimized. When Kate heard Drake asking about Athena's background, she felt helpless. Athena really only fell short in terms of family background. Athena excelled in every way, except her family background wasn't good enough for the Storms. If she had a family background like the Rices, she would be a good match for the Storms. Kate smiled and said to Drake, "She's just from an ordinary family, not from our circle." At this point, she explained, "Although she's from humble beginnings, Athena is exceptionally smart and capable. She took first place in her simulation exams abroad, and after returning home, one of her surgeries was even featured in a medical journal."Kate listed Athena's merits, trying to get Drake to change his opinion of Athena. However, no matter how much Kate said, Drake showed little expression, clearly not taking any of it in. Kate knew when to stop and didn't continue. She waved to Athena, gesturing for her to sit beside her. So Athena sat down in the chair next to her. After Athena sat down, she realized the young man nearby had been watching her. This man's features bore some resemblance to Zaden's, and his face was equally handsome and striking. But his demeanor was very different from Zaden's. Zaden was more refined and gentle, while this guy's stare was intense and almost intimidating. Athena was sizing him up, and he didn't shy away from her gaze at all. In fact, there was even a smirk on his lips. Drake noticed Athena looking at the young man, and his expression grew displeased. He said, "I see the Storms have fallen on harder times than I thought. Just anyone without manners can walk through our doors now." When Athena heard Drake's words and saw his grim expression, she realized he was talking about her. Athena wanted to talk back, but she held back. Since this was Zaden's family, she knew arguing would put him in a difficult position. It wasn't that she was afraid, but rather she cared for Zaden. Harriet had already mentioned that Zaden's situation in the Storms wasn't very good, and his relationship with Drake and Peyton probably wasn't much better. At that moment, a cheerful voice rang out from the doorway. "Drake, you old geezer! I can't believe you're still so sharp-tongued at your age!" Immediately after, Ariana and Maya walked in.After seeing Ariana and Maya, the anger on Drake's face subsided considerably. He asked in a gentler tone, "What are you doing here?" Athena was Ariana's attending physician. Ariana could walk now, but it wasn't advisable for her to stand for long periods. Thinking of this, she stood up, found a chair for Ariana, and said to her, "Mrs. Ariana, please have a seat." Ariana smiled and praised, "Look how sweet and thoughtful this girl is." When Maya heard her grandmother's words, she immediately realized something. Her grandmother seemed to be supporting Athena. When they had just walked in, they heard Drake losing his temper. Athena must have upset him and was probably getting torn to shreds. Now Grandma's words were nothing less than backing Athena up. Maya's hands clenched at her sides. She wanted to remind her grandmother, but seeing how many people were present, it wasn't appropriate to say anything. She was also afraid of being laughed at. So she could only force herself to endure it. After Ariana sat down, she said to Drake, "I took a bad fall and got injured. I heard Dr. Hall's medical skills are excellent, so I came specifically to your hospital for treatment." When Drake heard this, he understood why Ariana was at the Storm hospital even though the Rices had their own hospital. However, both families were elite families, so it wasn't a big deal. At that moment, he saw Maya and suddenly remembered the matter between Zaden and Maya. He grew even more displeased with Athena. Maya and Zaden were such a perfect match in terms of social standing—not like marrying some woman with no status or family background.