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Chapter 238 - 237: Stick One’s Foot In
Chapter 238 - 237: Stick One’s Foot In
Chapter 238: Chapter 237: Stick One’s Foot In
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He is Zachary Jenkins, only able to attend under the identity of the Jenkins family’s illegitimate child.
Just the thought of seeing her and Jeremy Norman together made his heart constrict as if it were wrapped in iron, causing acute pain.
He regretted it.
This identity, the illegitimate child, he shouldn’t have taken on.
Seeing his poor complexion, Old Man Jenkins cleared his throat and stopped provoking him, walking out silently with his hands behind his back.
It didn’t take long for him to see his beloved, but duplicitous, grandson dressed seriously and walking out.
He wore a casual black outfit, simple and loose. Under his linen-colored fringe, his dark eyes looked as if they wanted to melt into the night. Despite his casual and seemingly effortless attire, his indomitably powerful aura and chilly demeanor were impossible to conceal.
As Old Man Jenkins watched Zachary Jenkins, a faint smile crossed his face.
Even though this grandson was his son’s illegitimate child, he had always held high hopes for him. Over the years, this grandson refused to return home out of guilt towards the Gallagher family. But a while back, this grandson unexpectedly agreed to return, and he was overjoyed.
Only when Michael Gallagher was reported to be dead and Xavier Gallagher to be resurrected did he realize that his grandson had finally let go of his ties to the Gallagher family.
“Let’s go.”
He got into the car with the aid of his crutch. Through the car window, he saw his favorite grandson slowly putting on a mask.
Inside the Leaford family’s villa, the lights in the grand hall were brightly lit. The exquisite chandelier on the ceiling was particularly brilliant, in the center of the hall was a small stage, delicately decorated with flowers. The women were vibrantly dressed, chatting in small groups, while the men, holding wine, were engaging in friendly banter, it was exceptionally harmonious.
In a corner of the banquet, Jeremy Norman was chatting with a group from the Leaford family. Molly Walker was standing next to Amanda Leaford, whispering.
At this moment, the Leaford family’s housekeeper came over and said to Amanda Leaford, “Miss, your daughter Gillian Thompson is outside.”
Hearing Gillian’s name, Amanda’s face stiffened slightly. Facing the Norman family, she didn’t want to make a scene. She looked at Molly Walker, “What do you think?”
She didn’t want to let Gillian in. Such a person with a poor character would only cause trouble right?
Molly Walker raised her eyebrows, considering the relationship between Phoebe Belmont and Daniel Thompson. It seemed likely that Gillian had been making things worse, this kind of person, it was better to leave her outside.
“Since the grandparents said they don’t want to see her, then don’t let her in.”
The housekeeper nodded, taking out a walkie-talkie and saying, “Don’t let her in.”
“What about Daniel Thompson? He has brought a woman with him.”
Hearing the voice from the walkie-talkie, the housekeeper was somewhat stunned.
Because of the close proximity, Amanda Leaford and Molly Walker heard it too.
With a woman?
Before Amanda Leaford could speak, Daniel Thompson had already walked in with Phoebe Belmont. From afar, Daniel Thompson spotted Amanda Leaford.
Seeing Daniel Thompson accompanied by the flamboyantly dressed Phoebe Belmont, Amanda Leaford’s eyebrows furrowed with a look of disgust on her face.
Molly Walker also didn’t expect Daniel Thompson to come over so quickly, along with Phoebe Belmont. Were they planning to make the official announcement in front of the Leaford family?
“Mr. Thompson!”
Someone had noticed Daniel Thompson and exclaimed in surprise.
Daniel Thompson forced his way through the crowd and strode toward Amanda Leaford, “Amanda ”
With a look of disgust, Amanda Leaford turned around. At that moment, a fist flew at Daniel Thompson’s face. With a loud thud, Daniel Thompson fell to the ground.
The room suddenly grew quiet, followed by screams from the women.
That punch was thrown by James Leaford.
“You had the audacity to come here? Get out!”
Although in middle age, James Leaford was still robust. His muscles bulged as he landed a punch on Daniel Thompson, leaving him dizzy and disoriented.
At that moment, everyone remembered the gossip of the past few days. It seemed that Daniel Thompson might have had an affair.
Serves him right.
Some people voiced their approval, their faces full of contempt as they turned to look at Phoebe Belmont.
Is this the mistress?
Phoebe Belmont didn’t expect such treatment. She clenched her teeth and yelled at Amanda Leaford, “I am not No. 3, Ms Leaford, you misunderstood Mr. Thompson and me! Our relationship is purely professional, not at all what the media has reported!”
She spoke so loudly that the place became momentarily silent.
What is going on here?
A live drama?
“Yes, Amanda, listen to me explain ” Daniel Thompson, covering his swollen face, staggered over to Amanda, “Phoebe and I are not what you think. I brought her here to apologise to you in person because I thought you might not believe me.”
Phoebe, holding back tears, could only grit her teeth and nod in front of everyone.
In front of all these people, she had to deny her relationship with him for the sake of his dignity and her own pride.
“Are you done talking?” Amanda suddenly asked, “You can leave when you’re done.”
Daniel looked at Phoebe, hoping she would explain more, but Amanda had already signalled the security: “Escort them out.”
Unexpectedly, Amanda showed no mercy at all. Daniel felt a sting on his face.
He glanced at Molly Walker by Amanda’s side, but found her gaze to be icy cold, and she remained silent.
His sons didn’t speak up for him either.
Thinking about his shattered dignity after today, Daniel felt disheartened.
As he looked at Amanda’s indifference, the spark of hope in his heart gradually diminished. When security came over, Daniel straightened his face and walked away.
Seeing Daniel leave, Amanda remained silent.
Phoebe glanced deeply at Amanda and smiled faintly.
She knew that with Amanda’s personality, she would definitely make Daniel lose face. But Amanda didn’t know that this way, she would push Daniel further away from her, until they couldn’t go back.
Molly watched as Phoebe obediently followed Daniel. Her brows furrowed slightly.
She looked at Amanda and could vaguely see traces of tears in her eyes.
“Mom, if you keep doing this, you might not be able to go back to how things were ”
Thinking about the information No. 6 had found, Molly took the initiative to explain, “That photo was sent to the media by Phoebe. Phoebe deliberately leaked the news, trying to create a rift between you two.”
“I know.” Amanda, gazing at the retreating figure, expressed mixed feelings, “We can’t go back to the way we were.”
She liked the faithful, child-loving, and caring Daniel, not the dim-witted and selfish Mr. Thompson he was now.
Even if Phoebe hadn’t shown up, there would be different No. 3s, No. 4s around.
“My illness is cured, I found you, your three brothers are so excellent. I have no more wishes. After the divorce, I want to travel the world with friends and fulfil the dreams I haven’t achieved before.” Amanda thought about something and laughed brightly, “Here’s a joke. I had always wanted to remain single. It was your father who ruined my life plan. I lived for others in the first half of my life, from now on, I want to live for myself.”
What a ‘live for myself’! Molly became emotional.
She didn’t expect her mother to have such a cool perspective.
Live for oneself. Wasn’t that her dream too?
Thinking about the burden she carries, Molly laughed bitterly. At least at the moment, she still could not live for herself.
The music started, and the dance began.
“Ivy.” Jeremy Norman walked over and gently extended a hand, “May I have this dance?”
It was as if the scene from earlier had never happened. People in the ballroom continued dancing, restoring the harmonious atmosphere.
Amanda looked at them teasingly, and the Norman family also looked over at her.
She was in a difficult situation.
Just as Molly was about to reach out, a man in a black suit and mask approached her.
“Miss Thompson, may I have this dance?”
Molly froze, her eyes met a pair of eyes that were as deep as a pool.
The man’s voice was very low, like the notes of a cello, slowly penetrating her heart.
The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.
Everyone knew that Jeremy Norman was Ivy’s fiancé. They couldn’t believe someone had the nerve to interfere at this time.