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Chapter 270 - 269: A Clichéd Life
Chapter 270 - 269: A Clichéd Life
Chapter 270: Chapter 269: A Clichéd Life
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Mr. Jenkins was sipping tea and reading the news in the restaurant when the housekeeper walked in. He stood by the door and whispered, “Mr. Leaford and his daughter are here.”
Mr. Jenkins paused lifting his tea: “Which daughter?”
“The older one.”
The older daughter, that would be Zoey Lambert.
He had once taken a liking to this girl as well, considered her character to be good, suitable for his granddaughter-in-law.
Thinking of his silly grandson, he sighed deeply.
This grandson, born to his son and daughter-in-law, was the legitimate grandson of the Jenkins family. However, he had become mentally handicapped after a fall not long after his birth. To preserve the Jenkins family’s reputation, he hid this grandson very strictly, and the public, even if they knew, didn’t dare discuss it too much. Instead, the news about Michael, who was thought to be the illegitimate son of the Jenkins family, was widely spread.
Back then, Michael only wanted to stay with the Gallagher family and showed no intention to return. This made him start thinking about getting a wife for this foolish grandson.
He was very satisfied with Zoey Lambert of the Leaford family, but unfortunately, James Leaford was a stubborn man who firmly refused to agree.
Considering the recent difficulties the Leaford family is facing, Mr. Jenkins understood all too well, “Let them in.”
James Leaford walked in with Natalie, her eyes red.
Mr. Jenkins waved at James Leaford, “James, long time no see.”
After speaking, he took a glance at Natalie. She was appropriately dressed, elegant in posture, attractive with a kind face.
“Uncle Jenkins,” James sat down, his tone was sincere, “There’s something I’d like to ask for your help with ”
Before he could finish, Mr. Jenkins interrupted him, “Does this involve Sebastian Norman?”
Despite his age, he always paid close attention to business news. Because no junior in the family was taking over the business, he became anxious. Whenever there was any movement in business politics, he would be the first to know.
He was already aware of Sebastian Norman’s alliance with other companies to ostracize Leaford Group.
If Sebastian Norman really carried on, the Leaford family, unless allied with the Thompson family, could potentially fight back. However, Daniel Thompson was currently in the hospital, his life hanging by a thread. It was rumored that the two men had a falling out a while ago, which gave Sebastian Norman an easier time sidelining the Leaford family.
The Leaford Group was currently fighting a lonely battle, and their Jenkins family was the only one that could stand against the Norman family.
“Since you came to me, considering the long friendship I had with your father, I will definitely offer my help. However ” He smiled and glanced at Natalie, “Years ago I had a wish that was not fulfilled. You also know that my grandson Jerry has never married I also realize, Jerry’s condition he will be like this for the rest of his life. But I am a traditional person. As Michael shows no intention of marriage, I can only pin my hopes on Jerry.”
At these words, James understood. He looked at his welled-up daughter, his nose started to sting.
He knew the moment he asked for help, Mr. Jenkins would bring up this matter.
But his beloved daughter, who he has cherished for so many years, was she going to be sacrificed just like this?
At this moment, James was torn between choices, his heart was aching.
Natalie remained silent, her fist clenched, turned her face away trembling.
Who would be willing to marry the fool Jerry Jenkins? As a normal person, who would want to spend the rest of their life with a man like that?
Mr. Jenkins saw Natalie’s repressed emotions and understood. He told a servant girl in the distance, “Take Miss Leaford to the garden for a walk.”
The maid walked over, Natalie stood up.
As she was leaving, Natalie cast a deep look at James, then turned around with the determination of staring death in the face and walked away.
Mr. Jenkins spoke in a heavy tone, “James, business is a battlefield. Once a company goes bankrupt, it’s hard to rise again.”
“I will handle your issue with Sebastian Norman for you, but the matter I just mentioned, you could take it into consideration.”
Upon hearing these words, it felt as if there was a boulder sitting heavily on James’s heart. He could hardly breathe.
What age is it? Is he still supposed to sell his daughter in exchange for benefits?
But the issue is pressing, the survival or bankruptcy of the company is hanging by a thread.
James suddenly remembered Natalie saying that Molly was from the “w” organization. If Ivy really is from this organization, she must be able to help the Leaford family. With this thought, he abruptly shook his head, clearing the chaos from his brain. He must be out of his mind to actually start believing in this kind of rumor.
Is he really going to keep the company alive by selling his daughter?
Natalie followed the maid to the back garden of the Jenkins house when she suddenly heard a sobbing voice.
Natalie’s heart clenched tightly, her spine chilled.
There wasn’t anyone in the garden. The sound seemed to be coming from somewhere else.
Natalie followed the sound and saw a grown man squatting in the bushes, crying his heart out.
Natalie took a tissue from her bag and handed it over.
Jerry looked up, his beautiful and innocent eyes filled with tears. He took the tissue, wiping his eyes, “Thank you, beautiful sister.”
‘Beautiful sister’
A man in his prime, talking like a little kid.
Natalie knew instantly, this was the Jenkins family’s foolish son, Jerry Jenkins.
Whether it was intentional or not, the maid had brought her here to meet Jerry.
Although the man before her was as stunning as a picture, she felt completely deflated and didn’t feel like talking.
She turned to leave. A flash of shrewdness suddenly flickered in Jerry’s eyes. He shouted after her, “Beautiful sister, Grandpa said you are my wife. Is it true?”
Natalie nearly stumbled at his words before escaping away in a hurry.
On the way home, Natalie was quiet in the back seat.
James’s mood wasn’t any better. He kept the car window open, smoking one cigarette after another.
By the time they arrived home, it was already dark. Just as James and Natalie stepped in the door, Natalie Lambert darted out excitedly, “Dad, sister, the company crisis is over!”
Hearing this, James’s expression froze. He quickly pulled out his cell phone and saw the message his assistant had sent him: Mr. Leaford, those companies said they won’t terminate our contracts. They will continue to cooperate with us next year. Also, several big companies suddenly approached us saying they want to cooperate with us. Our funds chain is stable now.
Seeing this message, James didn’t feel relieved even though the crisis was over. He didn’t expect Mr. Jenkins to resolve everything within just a few hours.
It’s undeniable, the Jenkins family’s power was terrifying.
Natalie’s face also turned pale. The Jenkins family had helped them. The next step was that she had to marry Jerry Jenkins.
She thought of the handsome man and her heart ached as if it had been cut by a knife.
Fate plays with people. Such a perfect man turned out to be a fool, and her life was so absurd that she was going to marry him.
“Dad, sister, what’s the matter? Why do you both look so gloomy?” Natalie Lambert, not knowing the gravity of the situation, grinned at them, “Cousin Ivy has been waiting for you at home, she said she has good news to tell us.”