Chapter 98 She
Misunderstood Him
Rachel got into the car, surrounded by a thick, uneasy silence.
Brian’s expression was cold, adding to the chill.
The air inside the car was chilly, almost to the point of being unbearable.
Ronald, feeling a shiver, swiftly maneuvered the steering wheel as an electric scooter darted out from the opposite direction.
This sudden turn sent Rachel tumbling into Brian’s arms, the momentum leaving her no choice but to cling to him.
When the vehicle regained stability, Rachel attempted to move back to her seat.
Yet, strong hands gripped her waist, keeping her in place, and Brian’s cold voice asked from above, “Don’t you think you owe me an explanation?”
“And what about you?” Rachel countered, meeting his gaze. “Where were you when I was injured in a car accident?”
Brian’s heart skipped a beat.
He fidgeted with his fingers and responded in a subdued voice, “I was tied up with some urgent matters.”
His evasive behavior showed he wasn’t interested in talking about it any further.
A heavy feeling settled in Rachel’s heart.
It was clear he wasn’t going to admit anything, not even under intense pressure.
“Why were you allowing Trey to embrace you?” he questioned sharply, his eyes probing for the truth.
“He’s leaving the company. It was merely a goodbye–nothing more. You’re making too much of it.”
“Well, it better be!”
He was secretly relieved that Trey voluntarily resigned after the project concluded.
Following Norton’s departure that night, Yvonne found her calls to him remained unanswered.
It was clear he was still upset.
She had humbled herself, pleading for his understanding.
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Yet, he was still not appeased.
Left with no alternative, she resolved to ask for Edmond’s assistance.
Come morning, she put on a nice outfit, slipped on a jade bracelet, and applied simple yet elegant makeup before heading to Edmond’s house.
Edmond had just wrapped up his breakfast and was stretching out.
Upon noticing this, Yvonne chimed in, “Edmond, may I join your workout?”
He took a moment to assess her elegant dress. “You look too lovely today for a workout. Why not sit and enjoy
some drink with me instead?”
Undeterred, Yvonne replied, “Don’t worry. I can slip into something more comfortable from here.”
She quickly changed into sporty clothes.
Her outfit, a bright shade of green, seemed to fill her with youthful energy.
Edmond was immersed in his Yoga routine.
Yvonne, admittedly not an expert, managed to keep pace with his poses for about thirty minutes.
Meanwhile, Norton had just walked out onto his balcony to make a phone call.
From his vantage point, he noticed Yvonne’s energetic presence below.
It was obvious she was here seeking Edmond’s assistance, perhaps as a strategic move. Her yoga attempts were clearly beginner–level; still, she insisted on joining in. Her form looked a bit funny.
Despite this, Norton found himself unexpectedly amused as he watched her, a smile creeping across his face.
Yvonne, usually so defiant and sharp in their verbal exchanges, appeared far more agreeable now.
Norton lit a cigarette and leaned back against the balcony railing, his interest piqued as he observed her for a good ten minutes.
Once his cigarette was done, he turned and retreated back to his study.
After the Yoga session, Edmond relaxed with a juice and finally addressed Yvonne, saying, “You seem troubled today. What brings you here?”
With a reassuring smile, she clasped his arm. “You always see right through me.”
She proceeded to share her troubles openly with him.
Once she had explained everything, she bowed her head in regret. “I’m sorry, I acted without thinking, and I even ended up damaging his car.”
She initially thought Edmond would scold her.
To her surprise, he simply chuckled and stroked his beard. “Oh, is that all? I was expecting something far more serious. It’s just a car; if he’s that upset, I can cover the costs.”
Yvonne dismissed the offer with a quick shake of her head. “No need for that, I’ll handle the repair costs myself. I can’t have you paying.”
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“So, what’s the issue then?”
“I’ll use my funds for the household staff’s wages, but what I really want is for Jorge to return.”
Listening intently, Edmond’s face broke into a gratified smile. “Well done, you’ve proved yourself compassionate. I’m glad Norton married you. Don’t worry, Jorge will return soon.”
Her eyes sparkled with hope. “Is that true?”
“Absolutely. When have I ever lied to you? Let me explain Jorge’s situation. He has a younger sister in the countryside who was recently found to have cancer, with not much time left. Norton knew Jorge was distressed about his sister and allowed him to go back home for a while. Jorge has been loyal to Norton from a young age
and was hesitant to leave you all with someone else’s care, so he struggled with the decision.”
Yvonne quickly grasped the situation. “So, Norton arranged for Jorge to leave to be with his sister during her final days?”
Edmond confirmed with a nod.
It dawned on Yvonne that she had misjudged Norton.
Heading upstairs, she unexpectedly encountered Leif.
She was taken aback. “What are you doing here?”
Realization dawned on her. “Is Norton here too?”
Leif nodded.
“Where is he now?”
“In the study,” Leif replied, then hesitated before adding, “There’s something else you should know.”
“What’s that?”
“The night Mr. Burke left, he made sure I paid the household staff’s wages and warned them against repeat
incidents.”
Yvonne expressed her appreciation warmly. “Thank you for sharing that with me.”
Before heading to the study on the second floor, Yvonne brewed a fresh pot of coffee.
She then tapped lightly on the door.
“Come in!” a voice quickly came from inside, low and emotionless.
Upon seeing Norton engrossed in his work, Yvonne chose not to interrupt. Silently, she placed a cup of coffee in
front of him.
A few moments later, he reached for the cup. He took a sip, a crease forming on his brow.
“This coffee seems bitter than usual,” he said, looking up inquisitively.
His eyes then fell on Yvonne.
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“Why are you here?” he asked, his tone carrying a hint of sharpness.
Yvonne approached him directly, without any hesitation. “Leif and Edmond filled me in about the household staff and Jorge. I owe you an apology. I was wrong about you.”
Norton was momentarily stunned, then simply nodded.
His reaction was notably reserved.
Was this his way of forgiving her, or was he still holding back?
“Do you still hold a grudge against me?” Yvonne asked.
“And what if I do?”
Honestly, she hadn’t thought about that.
Could a grown man really be so petty?
After a moment of thought, Yvonne suggested, “Would you like me to make another cup of coffee for you?”
