Love Her to No End

Chapter 26

 

Chapter 26 Hidden Intentions

In a matter of a week, the spotlight on Quentin’s interview shifted to the news of some celebrity cheating and becoming a mistress in a relationship.

Even though the behind-the-scenes of wealthy families could attract the attention of the public, it seemed as though people were more interested in the personal lives of celebrities.

Following suit, more and more secrets of famous people were revealed, overtaking the internet. Before long, the Xanders and the Lingards were no longer the topics of discussion.

Meanwhile, ever since they had bid farewell at Haversville Pavillion, Jonathan had been waiting for Michaela’s phone call.

Usually, a phone was like an accessory to Jonathan. It was something he could live with or without. However, ever since that day, Jonathan had not let his phone out of his sight.

 

As Walter put it, it was as though Jonathan sprang up to life whenever his phone rang, but when the caller ID was not who he expected, all of the excitement would drain from his body as he tossed his phone aside.

The desolation in Jonathan’s eyes made Walter’s skin crawl.

 

Because of that, everyone in Shappiray Mansion had been actively avoiding Jonathan, afraid that they would accidentally trigger the ticking time bomb and cause themselves unnecessary issues.

In the beginning, Jonathan would even request Walter to check if there were any intercepted messages due to connection problems, or if there were something wrong with his phone that was preventing him from receiving phone calls.

It wasn’t long before Walter started avoiding Jonathan as well, praying not to bump into the latter, for he could not bear to trample on the poor man’s hope.

However, Walter could not help but think it strange. Many women would have given anything to be in Jonathan’s bed, yet Michaela seemed to have no desire to be associated with Jonathan. On the other hand, Jonathan seemed determined to win her over.

Walter could almost predict the storms of the coming days. He had no doubts that life would no longer be simple.

In the end, Michaela still did not call. Rather, it was Gary who brought the news that Jacob had returned to Haversville Pavillion with a mountain of gifts.

From the looks of it, Jacob had finally caved under the pressure.

was already nearing the end of autumn, yet it did not cool down after the summer. In fact, the

out of the shower when she heard

in a minute,” Michaela shouted

home for the past two days. After all, at the end of the day,

never expected Jacob to return

prove that Dad still

her way downstairs, Jacob was handing a box to Hannah. In a doting voice, he cooed, “I think this watch would look great on you. Why don’t

need for

she immediately shoved it back at him. “If the reason you’re back is to talk about Mich’s and Zack’s marriage, I’d advise you to

your eyes, Hannah? Mich is my daughter too, so of course I want her to

detected in his voice as Jacob sighed, seemingly acknowledging that

listening in on the conversation closely. Aware that tension was high,

Jacob immediately turned to look at her and gestured to her with a loving smile. “Hurry over, Mich. Look what

rest of the bags onto the coffee table. Inside those bags were boxes of all shapes and sizes. Inside those boxes was an assortment of limited edition purses, designer gowns, limited edition perfume, and

Michaela gaped at those gifts on the table in surprise, speechless. “Dad, these…”

It was my fault. I have failed you and your mom. I promise that this will

turned red. When her voice failed her, all she could do was nod fervently as her

ever wished for was for her family to live together happily and peacefully, regardless of riches and status, just like the heartwarming scene

not eat much as he kept giving more food to Hannah and Michaela. It had been so long since the family had such a happy time together that even Michaela could not recall the last time

the three of them had tea in the living room while

took the opportunity to sit next to Michaela. After a moment of hesitation, he

“Sure, Dad. What’s up?”

a second thought, Michaela answered Jacob with a bright smile. Her amber eyes turned to

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