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Chapter 151-160
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Originally, Beatrice just wanted to test the waters and see if Jared knew about Agnes and Elton’s relationship. She didn’t expect Jared to be so protective of Agnes, afraid of her being misunderstood by the Whitfield family
Agnes knew that Beatrice wouldn’t back down easily, she was good at causing a scene in public. But luckily, Jared knew her well, and Beatrice’s attempts only made her
look foolish
During dinner, Jared was very gentle to Agnes, even cutting her steak for her.
The Whitfield family had never seen this side of Jared Tim was pleased, his son was not young anymore, and he had not had any woman by his side for many years. There were rumors that he was not interested in women and was gay. This worried him a lot, and he had even arranged a blind date for him. Now he finally understood. Seeing him so caring and gentle, he felt he would soon have a grandson.
Deep down, Beatrice was filled with jealousy Laura had warned her to behave herself today, not to confront Agnes head–on, not to steal the spotlight. But she couldn’t control herself
When Beatrice saw Jared cut a piece of steak for Agnes, she suddenly put on a smiley face and said, “I love steak too, could you cut a piece for me”
The plate of Porto steak was indeed quite far from Beatrice. But her request was a bit strange. However, she put on an innocent and carefree look, which didn’t raise any
Suspicions
But Agnes knew Beatrice was doing it on purpose. She wanted to get closer to Jared in front of her and act harmless. Agnes simply handed her the steak in her bowl and said, “You can have this piece.” Beatrice coquettishly said, “That’s the one Jared picked for you; I can’t take it, Jared. Could you pick another piece for me? I really love
steak.”
She acted as if she was just greedy for steak in order to cover up her honest thoughts. She wanted to test Jared’s reaction. Even if his woman was her sister, he could accept another one, all men were the same, unable to resist a woman who took the initiative. She was young and beautiful and believed she could attract men more than Agnes Beatrice looked at Jared with a greedy face.
Tim laughed, saying. “Beatrice is so innocent and lively, Jared, just pick a piece for her.”
But Jared simply said, “Shelly, is there any more Porto steak?”
Shelly was their nanny. Shelly replied, “There’s plenty.”
Jared said, “Since Beatrice likes it so much, bring all the steak to her, even the pan, put it next to Beatrice, and let her eat to her heart’s content.”
Ten seconds later.
Beatrice looked at the pan full of Porto steak next to her, her face turned ghastly!
Jared actually treated her like this!
Looking at Beatrice’s astonished face, Agnes couldn’t help but want to laugh.
Jared was really blunt
Agnes told Jared, “Come here, there’s some sauce on your face; let me wipe it for you.”
Jared leaned over.
Agnes took a napkin, pretended to wipe his mouth, and actually kissed Jared’s cheek quickly. No one else saw this scene, but Ryder, sitting next to Jared, saw it clearly.
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Jared was obviously shook. He didn’t expect Agnes, who was always well behaved, to pull a stunt like that in public
Her cheeks were burning, a hint of shyness still lingering on her face. She quickly returned to her seat after kissing him, burying her head in her food as if nothing had happened
Jared, however, moved closer to her on purpose and said, “Babe, I think I’ve got some sauce on my lips too.”
Agnes was speechless This man!
It seemed like there was a price to pay for her bold move
Agnes sighed, picked up a napkin, and wiped his lips.
Tim couldn’t bear to watch anymore, “Can you guys save the intimacy moment in your room? We have guests.”
Even though he said that, he was actually quite pleased
After dinner, Preston and Tim chatted in the study.
Laura and Alyssa were in the living room discussing Chanel’s latest dress style.
Jared and Ryder were talking in the yard.
Beatrice took advantage of the moment and approached Agnes, asking, “Agnes, did you set me up just now?”
Agnes replied, “Don’t just go blaming people. Jared gave you the beef, not me. If you want to settle scores, you should find him.”
“How would he treat me like that if you didn’t hint him?” Beatrice asked.
Agnes replied, “Beatrice, I don’t have the energy to target you.”
Beatrice sneered, “You wouldn’t dare. Agnes, you may be Jared’s wife now. But I’ll let you know, I will take your place and make you pay
“Beatrice, I suggest you stop embarrassing yourself. Jared will never like you” Agnes said
“Jokes on you. If you could become his wife, why wouldn’t he like me? What makes you better than me? Men are naturally attracted to novelty, are you so confident that he won’t betray you?” Beatrice said.
Agnes replied, “He won’t, I trust him.”
From the moment Jared publicly stood up for her, Agnes chose to trust him.
Beatrice laughed upon hearing this, “I don’t believe he’ll resist temptation. Agnes, just wait. Jared will fall for me sooner or later”
Beatrice’s words didn’t intimidate Agnes, because she knew that Jared’s ex–girlfriend was Mamie. Compared to Mamie, Beatrice was nothing special.
Agnes didn’t want to waste her time arguing with Beatrice and went into Jared’s bedroom.
This bedroom was something Agnes had already seen at Tim’s birthday party. What impressed her the most was a whole wall of glass windows.
They had even Agnes unconsciously recalled the scene, and her face flushed.
She looked around Jared’s bedroom. The room was mainly in black, white, and gray, with minimal decoration. Apart from a large bed and a floor–to–ceiling bookshelf, there was hardly any other furniture.
It was so Jared.
Agnes casually flipped through the books on the bookshelf until she heard some noise at the door..
Jared walked in after opening the door. He walked up behind Agnes, wrapped his arms around her waist, and asked gently, “What are you reading?”
Agnes showed him the cover of the book.
Jared took the book from her without a change in his expression, “Is it interesting?”
Well, she was just flipping through it out of boredom.
Jared’s breath was already on her lips, her back pressed against the bookshelf. As his arms on the bookshelf slowly tightened, their eyes locked, full of flirtatious tension.
Agnes finally experienced how seductive a man could be, like Jared right now.
She was moved by his charm and couldn’t help but kiss him on the lips and playfully said, “You’re way more interesting than this book!”
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Jared’s eyebrows twitched slightly This was Agnes’s second time today making the first move to kiss him
After the kiss, she didn’t dare to meet his eyes, obviously shy
Agnes was also feeling a bit embarrassed. Did she come on loo strong? Plus, Jared’s deep gaze didn’t give away his true feelings. Would he dislike her for being so forward? Feeling awkward, Agnes forced a smile, slowly moving down to escape his light hold
Just as she was about to break free, she was suddenly scooped up by Jared.
This was different from his usual hugs. He was holding her around the waist, placing her back against the bookshelf.
Startled, Agnes instinctively tightened her legs around his waist. Jared, in turn, held her up, supporting her bottom with his hands.
Their current position was highly suggestive, and they were so close they could almost hear each other’s heartbeat.
Their bodies were almost completely pressed against each other, while Agnes could distinctly feel the heat from a certain part of his body. Her face turned as red as a beet. Before she could react, Jared was kissing her again.
A passionate kiss…
And soon they were tangled up in the sheets.
Just as things were heating up, they heard a knock on the door. Agnes immediately tensed up, pushing Jared away, but the man lost in the moment refused to stop.
It felt like her soul was on fire, as if she was floating on cloud nine. But the ever–loudening knock on the door brought her back to reality.
She had always been a good girl, never having experienced such indulgence, yet in such a thrilling situation, she reached the peak…
Everything else seemed to disappear, as if she was floating on a calm lake. The warm water enveloped her, like lying in her mother’s arms gazing at the stars as a child.
Calm and blissful.
Jared watched her, dazed beneath him. He stroked her hair, gently kissed her forehead.
He stared at Agnes’s flushed face, not wanting to miss any slight change in her expression.
By the time he emerged from the room, half an hour had passed. Agnes had already taken a shower, changed into fresh clothes, and sobered up.
But her face was still flushed, like the evening glow.
The one knocking was the butler. He had come three times during that period.
The first time, Alyssa asked them to join her in the living room for some fruit. The second time, the parents wanted to have a talk with Jared in the study. The third time, the guests of the Whitfield family were ready to leave
When Preston left, Agnes and Jared finally came downstairs.
Alyssa said, “What have you two been doing in the room that you took so long to come down?”
Agnes immediately blushed, giving Jared a surreptitious pinch.
But Jared remained calm and simply replied, “There was some urgent business to attend to, so we were delayed a bit.”
Alyssa grumbled, “You’re just like your father, such a workaholic. Can you ever earn all the money in the world?”
Preston, however, said, “Jared is young and ambitious, that’s a good thing.”
Agnes thought to herself. He was indeed a seasoned businessman, decisive and cunning. His lying skills were top–notch
Beatrice gritted her teeth and clenched her fists, because she saw the obvious hickey on Agnes’s neck.
Clearly, they had just been doing something in the room.
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Tim Bald. “I just had a chat with Mr. Pritchard about your wedding Now that you’ve got the marriage certificate sorted, let’s get the wedding done ASAP”
Jared replied, “I’ve talked this over with Agnes. We’ll have the wedding after she graduates “
Agnes was on the same page, considering she was still a student.
She said, “Let’s hold off on the wedding until after I graduate I’m about to be a senior, and I’m gonna be super busy”
Even though she didn’t have many classes, Agnes needed to start working on her thesis. Her research topic was set and it was super complicated. Add to that, she was also acting so there was no time to plan a wedding
Besides, thinking about a Whitfield family wedding, it was bound to be a media circus. Agnes felt it was better to delay it if possible.
In a nutshell, she wasn’t ready yet
After mulling it over, Tim said, “If you guys have it all figured out, there’s no rush”
Preston gave a few words of advice and then left.
Agnes and Jared were staying at the Whitfield Manor tonight.
Jared was really busy and was working in the study even at night, while Agnes was flipping through a photo album she’d picked up from a shelf in her room.
It was all pictures of Jared as a kid. Sure enough, someone who was handsome now was also handsome as a kid.
Almost all the pictures were of Jared with Alyssa. Everyone knew Jared and his sister were super close, and she could tell from the pictures.
Jared, who’d come in unnoticed, walked over and asked, “Why are you still up? What are you looking at?”
Agnes looked up Jared was already sitting next to her, arms around her, chin resting on her shoulder.
He looked tired, but he was still making an effort to chat with her.
Agnes said. “I’m looking at pictures of you as a kid. You were so delicate, almost like a girl.”
Jared smiled a little and said, “Are you complimenting me or making fun of me?”
“Of course I’m complimenting you.” Agnes said
Agnes pulled out a photo, probably from when Jared was five or six. He seemed to be at some event, looking very serious. Even as a kid, there was a sense of maturity in his eyes that was similar to now
Agnes said, “Give me this picture, I’ll keep it as a memento.”
Jared leaned in close to her ear and asked, “Why? Missing me already?”
Agnes blushed, and when she turned her head, her lips almost brushed his face, “I just think you were really cute as a kid”
“Okay, no need to explain I know how much you like me.” Jared said.
Agnes was speechless.
She continued to look at the pictures, asking, “Why are there only pictures of you and your sister here, no pictures of Ryder?”
At this, Jared’s brows furrowed slightly. He said, “He doesn’t like pictures, he has camera phobia.”
Camera phobia?
This was the first time Agnes had heard this strange term.
Jared said, “It’s because of something that happened when he was young. Even though it’s been many years…”
Jared’s expression turned serious. There was even a flash of guilt and pain in his eyes, as if he was lost in some past memory.
Agnes didn’t press further but changed the subject, “By the way, how did you come up with the name Oscar?”
Jared didn’t expect Agnes to suddenly change the subject and was slightly taken aback.
“I mean the Golden Retriever Agnes said.
Jared’s eyes shifted, and he casually replied, “Just a random name, no special reason.”
Before Agnes could say anything. Jared said, “It’s late, time to sleep.”
Agnes nodded, put away the album, and went to bed.
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Agnes was headed off to the set early in the morning, and she left the house together with Jared. When they were heading out, Ryder was fixing his bike. It looked like he
had a flat tire
Even though it was summer break, Ryder still went to Lakeside College every day.
The medical program at Lakeside College was notoriously tough. Even during summer break, they had to keep doing experiments.
Jared glanced over. Hop in, Ryder I’m headed to Lakeside College anyway.”
Ryder’s bike wasn’t getting fixed anytime soon, so he didn’t refuse.
Agnes sat in the passenger seat, while Ryder took the back. Through the rear–view mirror, she could see Ryder engrossed in his medical books all the way.
Such a nerd
They arrived at Lakeside College in no time, and Ryder got out first.
Before Agnes could get out, Jared grabbed her arm.
Agnes was puzzled, “What’s up?”
When Jared pointed to his cheek, Agnes immediately understood, blushed and leaned over to plant a quick kiss on his cheek. Then she got out of the car in a hurry.
Jared said, “Call me when you’re done, I’ll pick you up”
Agnes replied, “No need, the last scene today is at Maplewood Manor. I’ll just go home after”
Jared was satisfied and drove off.
After he left, Agnes noticed that Ryder hadn’t left after getting off the car. He was standing right across from her, about a few feet away. Which meant, he definitely saw her kissing Jared
Agnes felt mortified. But she then decided that as his elder, she should act like one.
She thought for a moment and then said, “Ryder, your studies are pretty intense, huh?”
Even she found it cringeworthy the moment she said it. Why did it sound so natural when Jared called him Ryder. But when she did, it just felt so weird?
Agnes saw Ryder frown. He didn’t say anything, just turned around and walked into Lakeside College with his backpack on one shoulder.
Agnes so regretted trying to act like an elder. Ryder must’ve been put off by it.
When Agnes arrived on set, everyone gathered around her in two lines, “Good morning, Mrs Whitfield.”
Before she could react, she was ushered to sit down. People were offering her water, fanning and massaging her back, “You’ve been working really hard, Mrs. Whitfield”
Agnes laughed, “What’s gotten into you guys? Please stop this.”
They were just kidding around.
Ava said, “Mr. Whitfield gave everyone a big bonus yesterday. So of course, we’re being extra nice.”
Jared gave out bonuses? She had no idea.
Agnes said, “Alright, enough with the jokes. The director’s here, we’re about to start.”
Everyone stopped fooling around when they heard the director was coming. They quickly got into their positions and started doing their makeup.
Beatrice walked in with a gloomy expression and sat down in silence. Her things made a loud clatter.
Today’s script included a scene between Beatrice and Agnes, which was also Beatrice’s last scene.
The scene was set in a closed–off villa. In the movie, Beatrice played Ruby, who was in love with the male lead, Samie. She was jealous of his girlfriend, Sylvia
Today’s scene was a party scene. It was Samie’s birthday and he was throwing a pool party at his house. Ruby, out of jealousy towards Sylvia, planned to push her into the pool but was found out. In the end, it was Ruby who fell into the pool, causing an embarrassing scene.
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The shooting was going smooth as butter And Jared came back earlier today. He even watched them filming.
When the director called it a day and they all went back to the set. Jared grabbed a towel and started drying Agnes hair
Thanks,” Agnes said, laughing.
Beatrice was watching from the side, green with envy. She was the one who was supposed to fall into the pool and be soaking wet. But in Jared’s eyes, it seemed like Agnes was the only one in sight.
Beatrice suddenly got up and walked towards Agnes
Agnes and Jared were chit–chatting in the garden. The garden path was paved with cobblestones and filled with various filming equipment.
On her way over, Beatrice deliberately tripped over a tripod and hurled herself towards Jared.
She let out a yelp, which drew the attention of everyone around.
Everyone took a sharp breath. They all knew that Beatrice had beef with Agnes and she was always stirring trouble. This time, it was definitely on purpose.
But there were more than just one or two people who had the hots for Jared, yet the only one who would dare to openly show it was Beatrice. She was Agnes younger sister, a daughter of the Pritchard family.
Jared probably wouldn’t just stand by and do nothing. But if he actually caught Beatrice, given her personality, she would probably take that chance to get closer to
him.
Then there was a dull sound.
It sounded so painful. Everyone was in shock.
Just now, Jared quickly dodged
He not only dodged himself but also put his arm around Agnes‘ shoulder and quickly moved her aside. It was like a reflex action, shielding Agnes in his arms as if he was afraid of her getting hit by something.
Beatrice face–planted, and it was quite a sight. She started crying on the spot, while her assistant immediately helped her up. Her hair was a mess, already wet and now sticking to her face. Her face was scraped in several places, bleeding, looking a mess.
Beatrice sobbed, “My foot, it hurts”
Beatrice had twisted her foot and it was starting to swell.
Many people on the set actually felt a sense of schadenfreude at the sight because Beatrice was usually arrogant and rude, acting like a diva. No one could handle her. She really brought this on herself.
Although they were secretly pleased, they had to put on a concerned face.
May came over and said, “Beatrice, you really need to be more careful. Your injuries look serious. We should take you to the hospital.
Beatrice just kept crying.
Agnes never thought Beatrice would be so foolish to pull stunts on Jared, just asking for trouble.
Seeing her being laughed at, Agnes felt a pang of sympathy. After all, she was her sister. Even though Agnes didn’t like her sister, she couldn’t just stand by and do nothing in the end, it was Agnes who took Beatrice to the hospital.
Jared drove with a sullen face all the way. His wife was so kind, and she might be taken advantage of.
After the check–up, it showed that there was no major damage, just some minor skin wounds.
With a sprained ankle, she needed to lie down and rest for a while.
When they left the hospital, Beatrice suddenly grabbed Agnes‘ arm and said, “Agnes, mom and dad are not home, so there’s no one to take care of me. Can I stay at your place for a few days?”
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As soon as Beatrice called Agnes, she felt something was off. The term was a bit too respectful and it made her suspect that Beatrice was up to something Beatrice claimed she wanted to crash at their place for a few days, but Agnes had a feeling that Jared was her real target. Just as she was about to say no, Beatrice turned to Jared who was driving and said, “You wouldn’t turn me down, would you? I promise I won’t be a bother. Just let me stay with you guys.”
There was even a hint of flirting in her voice by the end.
Agnes had to admit she was somewhat impressed by Beatrice. Her audacity was really something else.
But Jared wasn’t a pushover, or so Agnes thought. She expected him to turn Beatrice down without hesitation, But to her surprise, Jared said, “Sure, there are plenty of empty rooms at Maplewood Manor. Take your pick”
Beatnce was ecstatic. She hadn’t expected Jared to agree. Perhaps he didn’t find her as annoying as she thought. She shot a triumphant glance at Agnes, raising an eyebrow as if to say “score one for me“.
She was one step closer to her goal. Sharing the same roof everyday would give her plenty of opportunities. The thought excited her.
Agnes, on the other hand, was feeling a bit blue. She hadn’t expected Jared to say yes, Did he feel guilty for not catching her on purpose?
Back at home, Beatrice picked a room closest to the master bedroom and moved in cheerfully. Agnes was about to go to her room, when she noticed Jared locking the door to the master bedroom. “What are you doing?” she asked.
“We’re going to stay at the Whitfield Manor for a couple of days.” Jared replied.
It then dawned on Agnes that Jared had seen through Beatrice’s plan all along. He had agreed because he never planned to stay.
Beatrice’s plan had fallen through. For some reason, Agnes felt a sudden lift in spirits. As they left, she felt a mischievous thrill.
Meanwhile, Beatrice lay in bed, still daydreaming about all the potential romantic encounters under the same roof with Jared,
Although the Whitfield Manor was sparsely populated, it was always brightly lit, day and night, because Alyssa disliked the dark.
At dinner that night, Tim was thrilled to hear that Jared and Agnes would be staying at the old house for a few days. “Why don’t you move back in? It’s great when the family’s together.” Alyssa suggested.
But Jared declined, “It’s a bit far from the office and Agnes’s school, but we’ll visit often.”
Tim grumbled, “How far could it be? It’s just a short drive. I think you just enjoy your freedom too much and hardly come home”
Alyssa said, “Dad, you’ve got to understand the young folks. Jared just got married and it’s normal that he wants to spend time alone with Agnes. Plus, you might become a grandpa sooner this way.”
At the mention of becoming a grandpa, Tim was over the moon. He then turned to Agnes and said, “Agnes, eat up. You’re too skinny. You need to build up your
strength.”
Agnes was taken aback by Tim’s eager look. She was only twenty. Why was she supposed to think about having babies?
“I’m full.” Ryder put down his fork and said, “I’m heading to my room.
Alyssa frowned, “You hardly ate anything.”
Without saying anything, Ryder left the dining room and went to his room.
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Jared asked, “What’s up with Ryder?”
With a shrug. Alyssa replied, “Isn’t he always like this?”
Jared said, “I feel like he’s been acting a bit off lately. Did something happen?”
Alyssa nonchalantly said, “He’s a teenage boy, they’re all a bit stubborn. Besides, you’re his role model, always pushing himself to be like you. I’m not worried at all. With you being so wonderful, my son can’t be far off.”
Agnes, however, was feeling a bit uneasy. She suspected that Ryder’s sudden change might have to do with her. She was, after all, the stranger who had suddenly intruded into their family. And she was about the same age as him, even a few months younger, yet she was now his elder, stealing his attention, even overpowering him with seniority.
Alyssa had mentioned earlier that Jared was his role model, but she had stolen his role model’s affection. It was enough to throw anyone off balance.
Before, Agnes thought, she and Ryder were sort of friends His current coldness must be because of this.
Agnes thought it necessary to have a chat with him, to tell him she couldn’t steal Jared’s love for him.
So that evening, Alyssa prepared a fruit platter. When it was time to deliver it to Ryder’s room, Agnes volunteered, “I can take it.”
She approached Ryder’s room with the fruit platter, a bit nervous.
But she knocked on the door anyway.
No response.
| Agnes knocked again.
Finally, the door opened Ryder stood there as cold as ice.
But when he saw Agnes standing there, he paused for a moment.
Agnes quickly flashed a smile, “Hi, I’ve brought you some fruit.”
Calling him Ryder in the morning had made him angry. This time, Agnes was clever, just simply greeting him They were on equal footing now, surely he couldn’t still be mad?
As expected, Ryder’s expression didn’t worsen. He simply asked, “You’re just here to bring me fruit?”
Agnes said, “Well, I also wanted to talk.”
Ryder’s expression changed. Then he opened the door wider, “Come in.”
Agnes entered Ryders room. Upon entering, Agnes almost thought she was in the wrong room. Ryder’s room was almost an exact replica of Jared’s.
A big bed, a floor–to-ceiling bookcase, a large window.
Agnes thought to herself. Jared really was his role model, even his room was set up the same way. He must admire Jared so much.
Agnes set down the fruit platter, saying, “I noticed you didn’t eat much tonight.”
Ryder coldly said. “Just spit it out.”
Not wanting to beat around the bush, Agnes dived straight in, “Ryder. The truth is, Jared still loves you very much. Even though he’s married to me now, that won’t change. You two are blood relatives, I can’t replace you in his heart. And now, you didn’t lose Jared, but had me. From now on, we’re family, and I’ll care for you just
like Jared does”
Agnes let everything out in one breath. But, after she said all this, she noticed Ryder’s face had darkened considerably.
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Did she say something wrong again? Because when she said it, she clearly saw Ryder frown.
Ryder opened his mouth and said, “Are you done? If so, you can leave now.”
Agnes felt extremely awkward. She quietly left Ryder’s room, gently closing his door behind her. When she returned to her own bedroom Jared, who was sitting on the sofa reading documents, looked up and asked, “Where have you been?”
Agnes walked over, a dejected look on her face, “I think your nephew really hates me.”
“Oh? You mean Ryder?” Jared asked
Agnes replied, “It’s all because of you. He must think I stole you away from him.”
Jared chuckled, stroking Agnes’s hair, “That’s not it. Ryder is just more introverted and solitary. But if you give him some time, you’ll discover he’s actually a really
warm person.”
“Warm” was a word Agnes simply couldn’t associate with Ryder. Didn’t he know that Ryder was called Prince Frost at school?
The next day. Beatrice, limping, came looking for trouble with Agnes at the film set. In the lounge, Beatrice pointed at Agnes’s nose and asked, “Agnes, are you deliberately bullying me?”
Agnes calmly replied, “How did I bully you?”
“Why didn’t you come home last night? You left me alone in that big house. Isn’t that bullying me?” Beatrice said.
Agnes replied lightly. “You chose to stay at Maplewood Manor, but I didn’t say we were going to stay there too. You’re staying there not because you’re alone at home, but for some other purpose, right?”
There were many people in the lounge, and Agnes wasn’t trying to protect Beatrice’s dignity.
Beatrice retorted, “Agnes, don’t accuse me without reason. Don’t think everyone is as dirty–minded as you.”
“Why don’t you explain how I made you out to be dirty–minded?” Agnes asked.
“You!” Beatrice was choked by Agnes‘ words.
Everyone clearly saw what Beatrice was up to. The fall yesterday was probably on purpose. She just didn’t expect Jared to not show any consideration. And now she had taken the opportunity to stay at the Maplewood Manor, her intentions were even clearer. Everyone admired Agnes’s good temper, being able to tolerate Beatrice’s blatant coveting.
Beatrice said defiantly, “I’m only staying there temporarily because of my injured foot. Once it’s healed, I’ll move out immediately.” After saying this, she turned and left the lounge.
She didn’t believe they would never come back!
Ava said, “Agnes, you’re too nice, you’ll get bullied. Look at Beatrice, she’s too arrogant. Her foot is clearly mostly healed, but she’s still sticking around at your and Mr. Whitfield’s house. Her intentions are too obvious.”
Agnes said, “Never mind her. She can’t possibly live there forever.”
However, Beatrice was busy at Maplewood Manor every day, and Agnes’s scenes weren’t completed until two months later. During this time, Jared never visited Maplewood Manor again.
Beatrice was very angry at Agnes. It must be because she didn’t want Jared to come back.
On the day her scenes were finished, Jared invited the entire film crew to Noir for a celebration dinner.
Noir was the most upscale and elegant private restaurant in Willowbrook Town, loved by the high–class crowd. But the prices were not something ordinary people.
could afford
And that day, the hundreds of people on the film crew practically booked the entire Noir.
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Noir was a restaurant built on an artificial lake. The many pavilions were actually exquisite private rooms. These rooms were connected by a winding water corridor. From a distance, the brilliant lights created a unique scenery that also carried a sense of luxury
Justin had a lot to drink, leaning on Agnes‘ shoulder, he sobbed and said, “Agnes, I really can’t bear to part with you. Please divorce Jared and come with me. Let’s go to the Eiffel Tower, and all those romantic and fun places”
As Justin spoke, he actually started singing. The melody was very gentle. But sung from the drunken Justin, it was unforgettable.
Justin sat with the director, scriptwriter, and some other key creative personnel. They were all on edge because sitting on the other side of Agnes was Jared
But Justin insisted on sitting next to Agnes, not clear if he was really drunk or pretending
During the three months of working together on a movie, Agnes and Justin had become friends. Justin was her childhood playmate, Lil Potato. Maybe because of their mothers, they would talk about things from their childhood, including the warm memories when their mothers were still alive, which Agnes missed greatly.
Agnes said to Justin, “You’re drunk, let Yvonne take you home, okay?”
Justin leaned on Agnes’s shoulder and refused to leave, “I’m not going I want a kiss, and a hug”
Justin was really drunk, and Agnes didn’t know what to do. She stood up and said to everyone, Tll take Justin to the rest room, and let him sleep for a while. Then call Yvonne come to pick him up.”
With that, she helped Justin up and walked out.
Jared watched their retreating figures, his eyes slowly narrowing. Everyone was nervous for Justin, was he pushing Mr. Whitfield’s limits?
They originally thought Mr. Whitfield would have someone forcibly remove Justin. But to their surprise, he asked a waiter, “Do you have anything for sobering up?”
The waiter replied, “Yes.”
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Jared was truly a big shot, and no one could compare to his magnanimity. His wife was being pestered by another man, yet he could so generously consider his health and ordered him a hangover soup.
Jared casually said, “Make me the most bitter hangover soup. My friend has unique tastes. The ordinary one might not sober him up, the bitterer the better”
The waiter glanced at Jared, they had never had such a request before. But he still went to prepare the soup.
The people at the table all had satisfied expressions. This was the Mr. Whitfield they knew. Additionally, they deeply sympathized with Justin, the phrase “asking for trouble” fit him perfectly.
Agnes returned quickly. At the same time, the waiter brought in a very bitter hangover soup. Agnes curiously asked, “What’s this?”
Jared smiled, his eyes gentle, “I ordered a hangover soup for Justin. He’ll feel better after drinking it.”
Agnes was overjoyed, “You’re so thoughtful.” She thought Jared would be upset.
Jared still smiled and said, “Your friends are my friends.”
Then he turned to the waiter and said, “Take this hangover soup to the lounge, make sure he drinks it all.”
Agnes was deeply touched, “Honey, you are just too sweet.”
Everyone was stunned‘ Ms. Pritchard, it seemed like she didn’t know her husband well enough.
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