Chapter jo A Threat
Kancy cheerfully
sted, “Gear Since it’s lunchtime, let’s all go together!”
Za nodded enthusiastically at the imitation. Soon, Mancy led us to an upscale Florian restaurant that screamed luxury from every cou
When we arrived, the flashed a mischi mile and said, “I need to handle something personal. Please order whatever you like. It’s all excellent
After that, she disappeared into the back of the restaurant.
Inoticed her smoothly plucking a rose from a vase near the reception desk as she passed. Soon, she was standing in front of a young man wearing a hoodie and sneakers, presenting him
with the lo
His eyes it up instantly at he exclaimed, “Nancy, you finally made it! It’s been so long!” They limmediately fell into animated conversation.
Impressed by her smooth moves in winning over the young pan. I shook my head and led Zlato a table. When the water brought the menus, I nearly choked at the prices. This would have been painful if 1 hadbeen paying, but since Nancy was footing the bill, I decided to indulge.
I ordered several intriguing dishes that caught my eye bedoce passing the namba zis. She seemed nervos, fidgeting with the men before whispering, “Mr. Yates, I’m not good at ordering
Her face flushed adorably as she spoke, reminiscent of aspil next door. Tumidest reassuringly and said, “Belax, somone else is treating us. So, enjoy the food.”
This seemed to put her at ease, and she carefully selected two dishes before returning the menu in the waiter.
Suddenly, a group of tall, handsome guys approached our table. Their leader pointed his phone camera at us. As he lowered his phone, I recognized him—it was Jack
“Owen?” jackson called on with lake enthusiasm. Then, he turned to his friends, smirking as he added loudly, “This is my cousin I’ve told you about the one who married into the wealthy Jenning family”
He emphasized the last part with obvious contempt despite his smile.
Zime in surprise, clearly unaware of my marital status / The three gays came forward to greet me, creating an awkward atmosphere.
“Hey Owen, Jackson’s sold us about you. He said you’re not much and got quite the attitude. Apparently, your cooling skills are what got Ms. Jennings bead over heels,” one of them
Another chimed in. “Thanks to Jackson treating us to this fancy lunch, we finally meet you, while you might not be rouch to look at, being a good caretaker is certainly a skill. It’s pretty impressive
I found their amateur attempts at provocation, clearly orchestrated by Jackson, rather amusing I gave them all a calm once–over, including Jackson and his snarky friends, while casually pouring myself some water
| said, “Hello, Jackson’s friends. While you guys might be lacking in both and EQ, at least you’re physically and somewhat presentable. Jackson’s truly blessed to have soch
Za could barely contain her laughter, while everyone else’s expressions turned hilariously sour.
Jackson’s face darkened as he snapped, “What’s that supposed to mean? Are you insulting us?”
While his friends glared at me, 1 glanced at Jackson demissively and replied, “If you understand, there’s no need to state the obvious—unless you’re really that slow
Jackson was left speechless, grinting his teeth in anger while I maintained my composure and sipped my water after being reborn, I had no intention of indulging him anymore, especially now that I was finally independent and did not need to worry about him or his mother pressuring my dad.
Taling a deep breath, Jackson composed limsel and looked at Zia. “So, Chwen, who’s this? I don’t think I’ve seen her before.”
I gave him a sidelong glance and supply said, “friend”
stood up posely and introduced herself, “Hello, I Moore, Mr. Yare’s colleague.”
Jackson looked her up and down deprically before leaning dose to my ear and whispering, “Own, you’re amazed man. Even if Yvette doesn’t care about you, you can’t use her money to
at least make your lies believable. How she be
be your colleague when you don’t even have a job?”
Before I could respond jumped up nervously, accidentally bumping the table and wincing in pain. She argued, “You’ve got it wrong. I have a boyfriend. Mr. Yates and I are just colleagues
Jackson needed “shut it, gold digger I’m talking to Owen, so keep out of it.”
i was clearly flustered by this sudden attack, and her action made me wonder how she had managed to fight with Yvette for years in my previous life. I silently doubted she had lasted a
Taking my an an opportunity, Jackson and his friends made themselves comfortable at our table. Then, he started pretending to show concern, saying, “Owen, Yvette is smart, beautiful, and from a powerful family.
books down on you, it only proves you’re not good enough. But that doesn’t mean you should give up and go for someone the this if you’re going to find someone else, at least find
He clicked his tongue, showing his distaste. While fiddling with a video on his phone, he added with a meaningful smile, “Wonder what Yvette would think if she saw this?”
I maintained my smile andurplied calmly, “Dealed and send it. You‘ ben papping so much, you might as well back it up with some actions, right?”
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I casually played with my phone and responded nonchalantly, “My wide knows what type of person I aus, and I don’t need you paking your nase where it doesn’t belong
His hand on the table. “Op, you’ve got some nervel You’re having an affale and still talking back?
“You should work yange about yourself
what you’re up to, you like!”
Dthat vanity, fake smiles, and scheming. You’re a walking, talking land, only knowing to take what’s not yours. It doesn’t take a genius to see
“This?” Jackast exploded at this, his eyes bulging with age. “What dealListener–I’ve been recording everything. If you don’t explain yourself, I’m sending this video to Yvette and your dad”
He threatened, “Let’s see who gets to you — item or meÏTM
