Pete smiled and said, "I know, you're fixated on Alec. I really don't see what's so good about him that's worth your affection.""You wouldn't understand." Jenny seriously doubted that Pete, who grew up in the Dafoe family, would understand what love was. Her guess was indeed correct—he didn't understand, nor did he intend to figure it out. If love would make him follow in Eric's step, he would rather never have something that destructive for the rest of his life."I'm done joking around with you. I'm here to invite you to dinner." Pete returned to normal and stated his intentions clearly.Jenny looked at the time and found that it was indeed time for dinner. However, she'd already made plans with Alec earlier. "I don't think there's a need for that. We're just partners working together for a common goal. You don't need to thank me.""I'm not thanking you. I just think you're quite to my taste. As your younger brother, I should treat you to a meal," Pete said with a smile. The word
On the way to the restaurant, Jenny remained silent because of Alec's words. She hadn't thought about it before, but now she suddenly understood the meaning behind his question. It was possible that Lynette had no feelings for Eric and even harbored resentment toward him. But she should have a different kind of feeling toward Pete. She'd been a parental figure to him since his childhood, after all. Regardless of how Pete treated her now, she'd likely sincerely treated him as her stepson.The bond that they had formed over the years wasn't something that would disappear overnight. Jenny couldn't help but feel helpless about this kind of situation. Initially, she didn't want to have any contact with the Dafoes anymore, but now it seemed like she had no choice but to keep in touch with Pete."Don't think too much, Jenny. While Lynette may have some motherly love for Pete, it definitely won't surpass her love for you. If she has to choose between you and Pete, I'm sure she'll choose yo
The incident put Eric in a horrible light, so his trial soon came. Jenny didn't go to court for his hearing, but she did see some news about it from the media.Eric thought he still had a chance to escape, so he continued to deny his guilt in court until the prosecution presented the data of the people who died under his hands. With that, he was utterly silenced.It wasn't because of guilt that he decided to shut up, but because he understood one thing. If the prosecution could obtain the information, it meant there was a traitor in the Dafoes who had leaked his wrongdoings to the prosecution.When he was still contemplating who the traitor could be, Pete appeared in court as a witness, and everything became clear to him instantly. Pete testified that he saw Eric kill those people with his own eyes, and he also revealed many of Eric's other illegal activities.Eric didn't refute any of it. From the moment Pete appeared in court, he knew he couldn't turn the tables this time. But at
After she left the prison, Lynette told Jenny the last words Eric had said to her. Then, she added, "You don't have to hold back or worry about anything for my sake. Although Pete was raised by me, he's not really my son after all.""I understand what you mean. Don't worry, I know what to do," Jenny said to Lynette on the phone.After they hung up, Jenny didn't think much of the matter. Although she'd entertained Pete's invitation to a meal before out of consideration for Lynette, it didn't mean she would compromise again and again.If Pete wanted her and Alec to help him, he had to offer enough chips. As long as he could offer sufficiently attractive benefits, even if he were a stranger, she and Alec would help him.On the day Eric was executed, the news gave enough coverage to the former overlord of Bayside City. Jenny could see that almost all the media published news related to Eric on that day, no matter which website she browsed.But did it even matter at this point in time?
Lynette understood the meaning behind Jenny's words. She smiled and said, "It's just that we're both old now, unlike before.""Age has never been an excuse to limit your love for your destined one." Jenny turned around and looked at Lynette.Lynette was stunned for a moment, then nodded. "You're right.""So, do you still want to be with my father?" Jenny asked, actually worried that Lynette might change her mind now.However, her worries were unnecessary.Lynette thought for a moment and nodded. "Of course, I've been waiting for this day for so many years."Hearing that, Jenny was relieved, "I hope you both can be happy.""What about you? Jenny, what about your happiness?"Right now, Lynette didn't care whether she could be happy or not. Instead, she cared more about Jenny's happiness.Jenny's gaze instinctively turned toward the kitchen. Lynette understood instantly but still had some concerns. "Your father told me that you were divorced from him before. Why did you choose to
"Jenny, I don't care about these things. In fact, I suggested it," Lynette said. Although she still loved Graham, she didn't want to suffer the hardships of marriage all over again. She felt that being together with Graham like this was good enough, and there was no need to be hung up on any form of legal status to be Graham's wife.Since Lynette said so, Jenny didn't push for them to get married and let it go. "Alright, you guys should decide for yourselves."After all, it was their own business, and the days ahead were theirs to live. As a daughter, she had no right to intervene too much.The topic ended there. Graham had originally wanted to ask Jenny and Alec when they planned to get married, as he planned to go traveling around the world after they got married. But thinking of what Alec had said in the kitchen earlier, he felt that asking now might be a bit too hasty.No matter when they got married, Graham and Lynette could always hurry back by that time.Soon, they were don
Alec's lesson to the Wardleys caused Anthony to suffer a great loss very soon, but he didn't give up. On the contrary, he felt dissatisfied and thought he wasn't inferior to Alec in any aspect except for his background. Now that he had caught up in terms of background and status, he was naturally adamant about proving his abilities.Unfortunately, he overestimated himself in the end.For a while, everyone in Bardoff City knew that Anthony and Alec were warring against each other, and it was evident to everyone that Anthony was no match for Alec. Looking at how the stock market prices had been tanking continuously for the Wardleys, they would be finished if the situation persisted.However, since they were a big and prominent family, their fall wouldn't happen that quickly. It was just that everyone could foresee that if things continued like that, the Wardleys would be doomed sooner or later.Before this, Anthony had approached some families, wanting to join forces with them to dea
When Jenny opened her eyes again, it was already the third day after the car accident. Although Alec had shielded her from the impact at that time, she still suffered significant injuries.Looking at the white ceiling above her, Jenny felt momentarily confused and was unable to react.Stephanie pushed the door open and entered, intending to check on Jenny's condition. When she saw Jenny's opened eyes, she burst into tears of joy. "Jenny, you're awake!""Yeah," Jenny responded weakly, her voice hoarse and barely able to croak the word.Seeing that, Stephanie quickly brought her some water so that she could take a small sip. Jenny felt much more comfortable after hydrating her throat.She asked Stephanie to help her sit up against the headboard and slowly came to her senses. "Where is Alec?"Stephanie's expression became a little apprehensive at her question, but she didn't hide anything from her best friend. "He's still in the ICU."Hearing that, Jenny's complexion paled in respo