Ralph smiled. “I was going to introduce you to each other. I didn’t think you knew each other before this. You’re fated.” Mable was speechless.‘Fated, my ass. ‘More like ill-fated!’ Howard looked at Ralph. “Grandpa Ralph, my grandpa asked me to give you his regards. You know it’s inconvenient for him to walk, or he would’ve come to see you in person.” Ralph waved his hand. “I know. He doesn’t have to go through the trouble if it’s inconvenient. Send him my regards.” “Please sit,” Mable said. Howard sat. He could not help but find it funny when he saw how confused she was. ‘Ms. Jefferson, looks like you don’t know we’re family friends.” “Is that so?” Mable did not know. Ralph nodded. “Yes. We just don’t interact as often now because our families are settled in the south and the north, respectively. That said, our friendship remains.” Mable’s expression stiffened a little. Had she known about the relationship between their families, he would have been merciful to
The Jefferson Residence covered a small area. Apart from the main building, there was a small detached building where Grandpa Ralph lived, separated by a large garden. The sky was still bright at this hour. Mable brought Howard to the garden for a casual stroll around. She asked, “How come I’ve never heard you talk about the fact that our families are friends?” Howard smiled faintly and answered, “When we first met, I didn’t know you were Agnes.” “What about later at the race track?” “I knew, then. I was going to tell you when you wanted to treat me to lunch, but I had something urgent and left.” Mable remembered that day. Speaking of which, Howard suddenly left that day because Blair was jealous and caused him trouble. Mable looked at Howard. After some thought, she said, “Uh, my grandpa doesn’t know I broke one of your brother’s fingers, right?” Howard smiled faintly. “Not yet.” ‘What does that mean?’ Mable thought.Howard explained, “Grandpa Ralph and my grandpa
Mable was stunned. Howard looked at her and continued, “Mable, since you and Master Blair are divorced, I think I’m qualified to pursue you.” Mable felt a thump in her head. She looked at him in disbelief. “You want to pursue me?” Howard nodded seriously. “You’re a fair lady, and I’m a gentleman.” Mable almost choked on her saliva. “Don’t, Howard—don’t joke about this.” “I’m not kidding, Mable. I’m serious.” Howard looked at Mable. “I was the one who told Grandpa Ralph I liked you and wanted to pursue you. So, he created an opportunity for us to be alone today.” Mable was shocked.‘I see.’ She did not think Howard was so proactive. Nonetheless, she said without any hesitation, “Howard, don’t waste time on me. I don’t have any feelings for you.” Howard was not too surprised. “Feelings can be slowly developed. I have plenty of time.” Mable was somewhat helpless. “Do I have to put it so bluntly? Well, I’ll be honest with you. I already have someone I like, and it’
Ashdale. After learning of Howard’s thoughts about her, Mable was not in the mood to stroll around anymore. She casually gave him a reason and went home. As soon as she arrived home, she saw her grandpa reading documents in the living room. There were many work documents on the table. “Why are you back so soon?” Seeing Mable had returned, Ralph took off his glasses and asked, “How did it go with Howard?” “Not good.” Mable sat next to him and sighed. “Grandpa, I don’t like Howard. Don’t set us up next time.” Ralph sighed. “Feelings can be developed slowly.” “There’s a prerequisite for that,” Mable said. It was that she did not have someone she liked. Ralph looked at her and immediately understood. “You still can’t let go of Blair.” Mable looked seriously at him. “Grandpa, I’ll obey you for everything else, but I want to make my own decisions on this matter.” Blair was the only thing she was clinging on to. Ralph fell silent for a while and handed her the document
Blair said after a pause, “Don’t tire yourself out too much. Rest early.” “Okay,” Mable responded. Afterward, Blair hung up. Mable looked at her phone, dazed. Blair used to wait for her to hang up. Why did he hang up so quickly today? She was going to ask him about the project. Nevertheless, since her grandpa wanted her to take the project, she would have to go to Richworth. After some thought, she booked a flight to Richworth tomorrow afternoon. … Richworth. Blair hung up and called Solomon for a drink. By the time Solomon arrived, Blair had drunk quite a bit. “This isn’t like you.” Solomon sat on the sofa and said, “According to your previous style, you should be on a plane to Ashdale right now.” Blair looked up at him. “I was preparing to go.” “Then why didn’t you?” Blair downed the whisky in his glass with a cold look in his eyes. It was because he was afraid he would not be able to control his emotions and hurt Mable. After coming back from Fasi
Amos reacted quickly. Seeing as the woman was lunging toward Blair, he jumped forward to block her. Even so, the woman’s drink spilled onto Blair’s shirt. “I’m sorry for dirtying your shirt, sir.” The woman held her glass delicately and winked at Blair as she spoke. Blair glanced coldly at her and ignored her. He walked straight out. The woman was not resigned to being ignored. She ran forward and said, “Hey, sir, why don’t you take off your shirt? I’ll send it to the dry cleaners for you.” As she spoke, she reached out to pull Blair’s arm. Despite that, she was stopped by Amos before she could touch Blair. “Miss, please respect yourself.” The woman rushed up and stood in front of Blair to stop him. “Sir—” “Get lost!” Blair was cold. The woman was stunned by his gaze and got out of the way. In the end, she watched him leave in his car. At this time, the woman’s good friend walked over and patted her shoulder. “Lesley, you’re bold. Do you know who that man is?
Mable called Howard without any hesitation. When the call went through, Howard said in a low voice, “It’s so late. You’re still awake?” Mable asked coldly, “Howard, why did you send me the photo?” “Just to tell you that Blair isn’t good enough for you,” Howard answered.Mable sneered. “I dare you to say that to Blair in person!” ‘Let’s see if he’ll kill you!’ “Howard, I always thought you were a decent person. I didn’t think you were the same as your brother. You’re petty, using tricks behind people’s backs!” Howard frowned. ‘Did she think I got someone to follow Blair and take the photo?’ “I didn’t find someone to take a photo. I saw someone sharing it, so I forwarded it to you because I wanted you to see what kind of person Blair is.” After he finished, Mable told him off. “I know what kind of person Blair is. I don’t need you to remind me with a photo.” “Do you trust him that much?” Mable said after a moment of silence, “I trust myself!” She did not dare claim
Mable had just left the Jefferson Residence when she realized a small black car was following her. No matter how fast or slow she went, the car kept a consistent distance from her. Since they were on the main road, and she could not pull up, Mable ignored it. She wanted to see what the other party was trying to do. At last, she stopped in front of Jefferson Enterprise’s building. Mable turned to look and saw that the car had stopped as well. Even after a while, no one came down from the car. So, she decided to get out and walk over. She had just returned not long ago and had not offended anyone. Who was following her? Before she got close to the car, she saw a familiar person walking out from the passenger seat. “Amos?” ‘Why is he here? ‘If he’s here, then Blair…’ “Ms. Jefferson.” Amos nodded slightly at her and pulled open the door to the back seat. Mable widened her eyes at Blair, who was in the car. “Why are you here?” ‘Weren’t you in Richworth? Why are