Chapter 403 Take Advantage Of The Situation
Chapter 403 Take Advantage Of The Situation
“Yeah, she did, but I sent her packing,” Lenora said, observing Ezekiel’s expression.
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“You did the right thing. Summer made a mistake and deserved to be punished. If she comes to you again, you don’t need to worry about anything. Just turn her away,” said Ezekiel.
“I know you and Mr. Hoffman are reasonable people.”
Ezekiel lowered his gaze, changing the subject, “What made you suddenly decide to go abroad?”
“No particular reason. I just didn’t want to stay here anymore.” Lenora would never bring up such an embarrassing incident.
Ezekiel looked at Lenora’s expression and casually remarked, “A few days ago, I saw Zachary attending a certain evening party with Ms. Carston. They seemed quite close.”
Lenora said calmly, “Let’s not talk about him. Come, let me toast to you, Ezekiel.”
“All right.”
Judging by Lenora’s demeanor, Ezekiel could guess that her decision to move abroad was due to Zachary reigniting his old flame with Susanna.
He didn’t know exactly what had transpired between Lenora and Zachary, but he realized that was his perfect opportunity to take advantage of the situation. Unfortunately, Jasmine tried to poison her not too long ago.
As such, should he confess to her at the moment, he thought Lenora could’ve guessed that he ordered Jasmine to do that.
Therefore, he had to endure a little longer.
He believed that, since Lenora and Zachary would be living in different countries soon, he would surely have his chance.
Ezekiel pulled out a business card from his pocket and placed it on the table, sliding it toward Lenora. “I’m truly tied up. Otherwise, I would’ve insisted on escorting you there myself. This is a business card for a photography studio. The owner is a friend of mine. They have branches in both Navarre and Fairlake. If you’re interested, you can reach out to him. Just mention that I referred you.”
Lenora picked it up, gave it a quick glance, and said with a smile, “Thanks, Ezekiel.”
After donating her assets, all she had left was her salary over the years. Although it was a decent amount, she had to spend a portion of it to settle down once she moved. What remained was not enough to sustain -a life of leisure,
That wasn’t an issue, though, as Lenora had no intention of idling away at home.
As such, the timing of Ezekiel’s business card was impeccable.
Lenora mentioned that she would head to Fairlake first
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Ezekiel had resided in Fairlake for many years and was well–acquainted with the city. He had a considerable number of friends there. Even the newly appointed president of the Clusian Association was his friend.
He gave Lenora the contact numbers of two of his friends and instructed her to seek their help if she ever found herself in trouble. He even went as far as personally notifying his friends about it.
That saved Lenora a great deal of trouble, for which she was extremely grateful to Ezekiel.
On the morning of the sixth of June, Lenora made another trip to the Fuller residence. First, she wanted to keep Allison company and engage in some conversation. Second, Allison had invited Mallory and Griselda’s family to gather and bid her farewell.
Even though Lenora had a strained relationship with Zachary, she still regarded Allison as family.
Stanley had known about Lenora’s departure for a while. After all, with Zachary openly coming and going from the company with Susanna, it was hard for the employees not to gossip. It would have been difficult for Stanley not to know.
During the work report, he asked Zachary, “I heard that Lenora is leaving and settling abroad like our aunt. Did you know?”
Zachary’s expression remained calm. “What does it have to do with me?”
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Stanley was speechless. When he’s in love, he’d do anything, but now that he’s not, he’s treating her like she’s a stranger, huh?
Having known Lenora for so many years, Stanley had to return to the Fuller residence to see her off. Thus, when Mindy suggested that he accompany her shopping, Stanley naturally refused. Mindy was unhappy, so Stanley explained the situation.
Mindy’s eyes flickered, and she asked, “Do you mean Ms. Wilkin we met the other day? She’s moving abroad? Why?”
She remembered she bumped into Lenora and Zachary out shopping together at the mall last time. As such, she wondered if Lenora’s decision to leave was due to a falling out with Zachary.
“I’m not sure. Everyone has their own choices to make said Stanley.
“Can I come with?” Mindy looked at Stanley expectantly. “I know Ms. Wilkin, and she knows my cousin. I suspect she won’t be back for our wedding, so I would like to see her off.”
Stanley had agreed to have a wedding with Mindy.
He took her to view hotels, try on wedding dresses, choose rings, and take wedding photos. He did everything that needed to be done for a wedding with her. However, he never introduced her to his parents, and whenever she brought up obtaining a marriage certificate, he would skillfully change the subject.
Once, she hinted at getting their marriage certificate, but Stanley responded that after the wedding, he would transfer the ownership of a fully furnished three–bedroom apartment to her name.
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In the midst of her joy, Mindy also understood Stanley’s intention, which was that he had no plans to marry her legitimately.
The wedding was merely a formality to legitimize the child’s birth. If he became unhappy with the arrangement, he could easily cast her aside at any time
However, having become part of the Fuller family, Mindy wasn’t content with just a house and a few hundred thousand in betrothal gifts.
As such, she wanted to find a way to stay in the Fuller family forever.
Mindy then thought of making a trip to the Fuller residence to learn about the situation so she wouldn’t be in the dark after getting married.
Stanley looked at Mindy quietly for a long while.
Whenever it came to such moments, Mindy would become extremely nervous, always feeling as if Stanley could see right through her.
At times, Stanley would gaze at her in such a way but would still fulfill her requests. “Do you really want to go?”
Mindy hesitated for a moment, then gently nodded. “Mhm.”
“In that case, I’ll bring you along.”
When the day came, he arrived at the Fuller residence with Mindy before Griselda and Nathan.
Lenora didn’t expect Mindy to show up. She glanced at the latter, noticing her slender figure, and realized the pregnancy hadn’t progressed that much further.
With a smile, Lenora greeted, “I didn’t expect you to bring Mindy along, Stanley. Please, tan a seat.”
Mindy, her arm looped through Stanley’s, said, “Lenora, I heard that you’re planning to move abroad. I fear we won’t see each other often, so I came especially to bid you farewell.”
Previously, Mindy used to address Lenora as Ms. Wilkin. With the wedding around the corner, she started calling Lenora by name.
Lenora said, “Thanks, Mindy. I’m afraid I might not make it to your wedding. However, don’t worry, I’ve already prepared the wedding gift.“.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Lenora turned to Stanley and said, “Stanley, Grandma is inside. Why don’t you take Mindy in to meet her?”
“All right.” Stanley nodded, taking Mindy’s hand into his own.
A hint of anticipation and longing graced Mindy’s face.
She knew that Allison was a respected elder in the Fuller family, so winning Allison’s favor would be greatly advantageous to her.
Before long, Nathan and Griselda arrived.
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As soon as she stepped in, Griselda scanned the room. When she didn’t see Stanley or Mindy, she turned to Lenora and asked, “Has Stanley arrived yet?”
“He’s here, and so is Mindy. They’re in the room chatting with Grandma,” replied Lenora.
Griselda rolled her eyes, settling down next to Lenora. She commented, “Don’t mind it. We originally didn’t plan on inviting her.”
Nathan cleared his throat and shared some words of advice with Lenora.
Griselda also chimed in with a few words.
At that moment, Stanley and Mindy emerged from Allison’s room.
Upon seeing Griselda, Mindy paled.
She recalled the incident that occurred at the mall. Two gals wanted to lodge a complaint against her when a woman stepped in to defuse the situation on behalf of the two gals.
At the time, Mindy had held her tongue, her heart filled with resentment. She had even contemplated that once she became Stanley’s wife, she would figure out the identity of that woman and subtly influence her husband to teach that woman a lesson.
