Chapter 126 A Different Joseph From Imagined

Chloe fell silent, reflecting upon the support Icarus had provided her thus far.

She made up her mind to inform him about Ava’s deceitful actions.

As Icarus heard the details, fury ignited within him.

“My nephew’s a fool!” Icarus exclaimed, his anger evident.

Chloe shrugged and replied, “Feel free to tell him that yourself. If I were to tell him, he might see it as me defaming Ava.”

This is why she had been hesitant to confront Jake, as her efforts had gone unappreciated, and furthermore, leaving her entangled in a messy situation.

“Thank you, Chloe. Jake will surely regret his actions,” Icarus expressed his gratitude.

“It doesn’t matter to me whether he regrets it or not,” Chloe replied nonchalantly.

Icarus observed her indifferent demeanor with great joy. Despite the circumstances, she no longer held any feelings for Jake. However, he believed that confessing at this point would be considered too hasty.

During a restroom break, Icarus discreetly handed a tip to the waiter and asked him to

purchase a bouquet of flowers. Upon his return, he also acquired a slice of cake for Chole from

the counter.

“Thank you.” Chloe expressed slight surprise at his small gesture, although she did not attach too much significance to it.

slowly savoring small bites. The delicate cream melted on her tongue, and she closed her eyes, experiencing a sense of relief

the roadside. His dark eyes locked onto the woman inside,

sank, and he silently sent a prayer to God. He had failed his role as a wingman miserably. He had exhausted all his efforts to convince Mr. Joseph to purchase sweet treats for Chloe in hopes of mending their relationship.

they were confronted

I’m innocent!’ Lucas pleaded internally, hoping that

to quell the tension in the air. Oblivious to the traffic lights, Joseph hastened his steps and stormed

Joseph sneered at Chloe in a strange tone as he gazed

Icarus’ eyes

up when he saw Joseph.

Joseph,” he greeted warmly.

the industry knew him as the legendary figure set to take over Fairlight. Icarus would have attended the

regarded Joseph, sensing the displeasure etched on his face. She hesitated for a moment before altering her tone, “Mr. Joseph, I’ve finished my tasks. Ms.

implied that she had not been neglecting her duties, so there was no need to go searching

for faults.

bang his head against the wall at the lack of self- preservation in her response. Acting swiftly, he stepped in to defuse the situation. “Mr.

a financial education foundation abroad and even did a little

it.” Icarus smiled.

to Icarus. “The Daedalus Foundation?”

right.” Icarus smiled and nodded. “I sent

had been busy at the time and

beside Chloe. A forced smile appeared on his face as he asked, “Do

nodded. “Certainly. Miss, could you bring two additional chairs please?”

hope of

over a little,” Joseph suggested as he moved closer to Chloe’s side.

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