“But what if she doesn’t ever get what’s coming for her? My mother has lived her life modestly and carefully, but look at what the gods have done to her!” Averie sobbed, “If only I had no kids and nothing to lose, I wouldn’t have allowed her to live until now! I don’t care if it costs me my life, as long as she dies!”
“Calm down, Averie,” Shaun walked to her side and consoled her, “It’s not the right time yet. You are at a stage where you are meant to grow stronger. Work hard on your business for now.
Wanda might look like she is having the time of her life right now, but getting listed is not that easy, besides, if I’m not mistaken, Elyette has been keeping an eye on her in the dark as well. She doesn’t dare to return to Aryadelle right now because she is afraid of Elyette’s retaliation.”
Averie instantly calmed down at Shaun’s words.
“How do youed know?”
“I heard it from someone else. For someone that loves attention as much as Wanda does, she has disappeared for far too long. What illness could she have that requires her to be away for months?” Shaun said with a smile. “There are plenty of eyes on her! Don’t worry.” “What about Trust Capital?”
“Chelsea took over it. Her face is ruined, so she’s keeping a low profile. I’m guessing that she will be busy handling matters of operation these few days! After all, most of the employees in Trust Capital are loyal to her brother.”
Averie94 nodded. “Averie, everyone in Sterling Group knows that you scolded Elyette over the roses yesterday,” Shaun reminded her, “I heard that he had accidentally answered the phone on speaker mode, so everyone in the meeting room heard every single word you shouted at him.”
18″???”
“His vice-president contacted me in private, asking me to talk some sense into you so you would stop being so rude to his boss.”
Stunned, Averie’s face started flushingd3 instantly.
“Ahem. Whoever got you the roses, it was not that big a deal and you didn’t have to be that offended. I will go out now if there’s nothing else you need from me.” Noticing her embarrassment, Shaun immediately went out.
After the door closed, Averie massaged her temples when suddenly, the phone she had set down on the table started ringing. She picked up the phone and saw an unknown number on the screen that originated from Bridgedale. After a few moments of hesitation, she answered the phone.
The gentle voice of a man came through the phone. “Averie.” Averie immediately recognized the voice. “Adrian!” She had not expected Adrian to call her. “Is this your number, or are you calling me with your family member’s phone?”
“My elder brother bought me a phone,” Adrian said, “He bought it for me because I said that I wanted to call you.” Averie chuckled. “Have you been discharged? How are you feeling?” “I-“Before Adrian could finish, a rough voice of a middle-aged man interrupted him. “It’s late, Adrian, why aren’t you sleeping? Who are you talking to? The doctor said you need rest.” It was Adrian’s father. “Give me your phone. I will give it back tomorrow.”
Shortly after, the call ended.
Averie scowled at her phone after they hung up. Although Adrian was ill, it had been days since his surgery and he was not a child anymore; she was surprised that his father would not give him the freedom to make a phone call. Adrian’s father made it appear as though he was doing it for Adrian’s own good, but in truth, he was just trying to take full control over Adrian. Rage boiled within Averie, but she was helpless in this regard. Thankfully, she had obtained his contact, and judging from his voice, Adrian was doing much better compared to a few days ago.
In the evening, Averie drove home and saw Chad there as well. She was immediately reminded of what she heard about Elyette from Shaun earlier that day as soon as she spotted Chad.
“Chad,” Averie leaned closer to him and lowered her voice, “Did Elyette answer my call on speakerphone yesterday?” “Yeah. He didn’t do it on purpose, though the secretary spilled coffee on his phone and the screen got a little slippery,” Chad said. Averie tensed at the confirmation. “Doesn’t that mean he’s embarrasseded himself?”
Chad nodded. “He sure did! From yesterday up until now, everyone in the company has been talking about that. Mr. Foster might appear like he doesn’t care, but I think he is quite upset about it. His image to all his employees has been destroyed.” “I didn’t know that he was on speakerphone,” Averie explained awkwardly. “It’s fine. Mr. Foster isn’t alone; you’ve embarrassed yourself as well,” Chad consoled, “Not only have the others been talking about Mr. Foster, they have been talking about you as well.”.
“What are you two talking about? Come eat!” Mike walked over and wrapped his arm around
Chad’s shoulders, before looking over at Averie. “Chad didn’t dare to come when I first called him here for dinner today, Averie. He thought that you were still mad about what happened last weekend. Hahaha! I told him that you act petty when you are with Elyette, but are quite forgiving to practically anyone else. Now he ought to believe me!” Averie glared at him. “I can tolerate that you are speaking ill of me behind my back, but can you not repeat what you said in front of me all over again?”
“Does it even count as speaking ill of you? I’m saying that you have courage.” Mike noticed the cold expression on her face and instantly changed the topic. “By the way, I helped ask Hayden and Layla about the first of April and they both don’t want to attend Jun’s wedding.” Averie looked at her two children. “Hayden, Layla, are you really not going? Your Aunt Tammy will bed3 there!”
Hayden shook his head. “I’m busy.”
“Uncle Jun made Aunt Tammy sad, so I’m not going to his wedding.” Layla pouted.
Averie recalled the message she received from Elyette the night before. Elyette wanted her to take the children to Jun’s wedding because he wanted to see them, but since both Hayden and Layla did not want to go, Averie did not intend on trying to change her children’s minds for Elyette’s sake. Soon, it was the first of April and April’s fool; it was also the day of Jun’s wedding. Once Averie woke up, she called Tammy, but no one picked up.
She lowered her gaze thoughtfully, before hurrying off to the bathroom to wash up.
Tammy had mentioned to her before that she was going to attend Jun’s wedding, but now that she couldn’t get in touch with Tammy, Averie was slightly concerned.
Had Tammy changed her mind last minute and decided not to go, or has she been provoked to do something stupid?
Shortly after, Averie got dressed and hurried out of her room with her purse.
When Mrs. Cooper saw her running out, she asked, “Averie, what’s wrong? It’s still early. Do you want to have your breakfast before heading out? I thought the wedding wasn’t until noon?
Averie went towards the door and changed her shoes. “I’ll pass on breakfast. I need to go find Tammy.” The bodyguard drove her to Tammy’s house and she pushed the door open as soon as the car stopped.
Tammy’s mother was watering the plants in the yard and when she spotted Averie, she immediately said, “Averie, Tammy headed out early today. Didn’t she tell you?” Averie froze. “She went to the hotel?”
“Yes! I’m guessing that she didn’t sleep last night! I heard noises from her room even before dawn.” Mrs. Lynch sighed and continued, “Her dad and I didn’t want her to go, but she won’t listen. She has always been stubborn ever since she was a little girl. Why would she attend that wedding? It’s almost like she wants to get hurt. That silly child!” “Don’t worry, Auntie, I will go look for her right away.” “Keep an eye on her, Averie, I’m worried that she might do something out of line,” Mrs. Lynch reminded.
After exiting the Lynch Mansion, Averie made another call to Tammy, and it was still not picked up. Half an hour later, a car stopped in front of the hotel where the wedding took place.
Jun’s parents were welcoming the guests by the door. Averie strode over and handed the gifts to one of the staff, before looking over at Jun’sed parents.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
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