Chapter 377 Do Not Go Looking For Lenora
Chapter 377 Do Not Go Looking For Lenoral
Jasmine received a call from Bertram, telling her to return to Jeahron.
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Confused, she asked, “The settlement agreement hasn’t been secured yet. Why do I need to go back?”
Bertram asked, “Lenora is your daughter, isn’t she?”
Jasmine fell silent instantly.
Bertram continued, “What did you tell her?”
Jasmine replied, “Nothing much. I just told her about her identity.”
Beriram then assumed what Zachary had said was true. “Zachary just came to the Hoffman residence in person, saying that Lenora was so heartbroken she fainted, and he was there to seek justice for her. So, don’t go looking for her again.”
“But, what about Summer…”
“I know you’re close to Summer, but it was her fault to begin with. Lenora is still your child. Why must you make things difficult for her? Your ex–husband is dead, and the child is innocent. Even if you don’t love her, don’t hurt her feelings.
Jasmine bit her lip and argued, “I–I had no choice. I can’t just watch Summer be taken by the Winfrey family.
Lenora’s father was Kenneth, which meant Jasmine had an affair during her marriage. Since Bertram didn’t seem to know this, she naturally wouldn’t bring it up.
“I’ll have Ezekiel mediate and do his best, but if it doesn’t work, there’s nothing we can do. She was the one at fault, after all,” Bertram hinted. “Honestly, I think Lenora is a good kid. People who worked with her in the past had nothing but praise for her. I heard she even won first prize in a photography competition recently, much better than Summer. If you want to reconnect with her and build a relationship, you can bring her to the Hoffman family. She’s more than welcome.”
Jasmine was silent.
She knew that Bertram intended to give up on Summer
Compared to Lenora, Summer seemed completely lacking and brought trouble wherever she went.
If they were going to raise a girl without any blood relation to the Hoffman family, then why not raise Lenora?
Lenora was Jasmine’s biological daughter. Adopting her was legitimate and could even mend relations with the Fuller family. It was a win–win.
A hint of darkness flashed in Jasmine’s eyes as she probed, “But Lenora might not want to come back with me to the Hoffman family. You don’t know, but when I told her who I was, she said her mother died long ago and that, at her age, she doesn’t need a mother’s love…”
“Given it’s been over twenty years, that’s understandable, but there’s no lasting resentment between a
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mother and daughter. Treat her well, and she’ll come around,” Bertram assured.
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If Lenora could come to the Hoffman family, she’d become Ezekiel’s stepsister. This would end Ezekiel’s. interest in her and bring Zachary closer to them, essentially shifting from son to son–in–law.
Jasmine’s lips moved, but she only said, “Okay, I’ll do my best.”
Ending the call, Jasmine closed her eyes, her fingers tightening around the phone as she stood still.
A few seconds later, she suddenly threw her phone against the wall, where it shattered into pieces with a loud crash.
She hadn’t expected Zachary to go directly to the Hoffman residence.
Not only had Bertram given up on Summer, but he’d even started considering bringing Lenora to the Hoffman family.
Impossible!.I won’t allow that
Jasmine’s face flushed red, her chest rising and falling sharply. She sat heavily on the couch, deep in thought.
Suddenly, she had an idea. She immediately picked up the phone, trying to piece it back together.
However, no matter how hard she tried, it wouldn’t fit, so she threw it onto the floor in frustration. Retrieving only the SIM card, she called her driver to take her to buy a new phone.
After inserting her SIM card, Jasmine dialed Ezekiel’s number.
“Ezekiel, is Summer with you right now?”
“What’s up?” Ezekiel’s tone was calm.
Jasmine said, “Your dad just called.me, asking me to return to Jeahron and stop looking for Lenora. Do you know about my relationship with Lenora?”
“I’ve heard bits and pieces.”
“Lenora is the child I had with my ex–husband. Years ago, he abused me, and I went through a lot of trouble to divorce him. I fled far away to escape him, leaving her behind because I had no other choice I’ve felt guilty all these years. Your dad even mentioned that I should bring Lenora to the Hoffman family to make up for lost time.”
Ezekiel smirked.
The key point of her story was in the last line–it was Bertram’s idea to bring Lenora into the Hoffman family.
Ezekiel could see right through his father’s intentions.
Does he think I give up if Lenora becomes my sibling? Impossible.
They were all smart people, and Jasmine wouldn’t mention this without reason.
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Ezekiel asked with a chuckle, “Aunt Jasmine, so?”
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“In reality, your father doesn’t know that after twenty years apart, there’s no bond between me and Lenora. She’d be doing well just to not hate me. Summer, on the other hand, is someone I’ve watched grow up. She’s clever and endearing, practically like my own daughter. I can’t stand the thought of her being in jail, with her life ruined.”
“So?”
“I’ve heard that you’re interested in Lenora. I’m her mother, after all, so I do have some influence. If you promise not to hand Summer over to the Winfrey family, I can help you.”
“How will you help?”
Jasmine’s fingers tightened slightly as she looked around, lowering her
After hearing her plan, Ezekiel stayed silent on the other end.
Jasmine’s heart raced as she waited patiently for Ezekiel’s response.
She was taking a gamble.
After a while, Ezekiel’s voice finally came through, “Okay, I agree.”
Jasmine’s lips curled into a smile..
She won the bet.
r voice.
“However, with everything that’s happened recently, I doubt she’ll consume food or water from outside. sources. Jasmine voiced her concern.
On the other end, faint sounds suggested Ezekiel was speaking to an assistant.
Then Ezekiel’s voice returned, “Someone gave me a newly developed item. They say that if you simply let its scent diffuse, it’ll work. You can take the antidote in advance.”
His minor partners in business often gifted him all kinds of stuff in their attempts to curry favor.
Ezekiel never expected one of these would come in handy.
He ran his fingers over the back of his phone, his gaze lowering as a glint of darkness crossed his eyes.
If Zachary ever found out, he’d be furious, no doubt.
As for Lenora, he’d be with her and make it up to her.
“Send it over,” Jasmine instructed.
The next morning, Lenora received another call from Jasmine.
On the phone, Jasmine asked, “Lenora, have you thought about the settlement agreement?”
Lenora’s fingers slowly tightened..
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It seemed Sophia’s intuition was right.
Ezekiel knew about this and had allowed Jasmine to come to her.
However, Lenora hadn’t expected much from him.
She also didn’t want Zachary to be targeted by the Winfrey and Hoffman families, so after think she decided to settle things peacefully.
If acting impulsively would bring harim to the people around her, it wasn’t worth it.
Lenora replied, “Yes, I’ve decided. Let’s meet tonight.”
“Okay, do you have a favorite restaurant? I’ll reserve a room in advance.
Lenora named one casually.
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After wrapping up her scenes for the day, she called Miranda to let her know to tell Harrietta she’d be home late and then headed directly to the restaurant.
Lover,
Last night, when Harrietta came over, Lenora had learned that Zachary was out of town and hadn’t yet returned. Harrietta wanted to spend this evening with her again.
It was a good thing he wasn’t here.
If he w
were, he definitely wouldn’t let her agree to the settlement.
When Lenora arrived at the restaurant, Jasmine was already waiting inside.
Seeing Lenora’s figure, Jasmine greeted her with a gentle smile, like a loving mother. “Nora, you’re here. Have a seat.”
