Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 1651-1660

Jared was waiting for updates in the office, never expecting to receive news of Ellen getting hurt. When he saw her faint on the ground after being hit by the reckless driver, his hands formed into fists. Soon, a familiar person appeared in the footage, and he recognized the face at the drop of a hat. Lambert. He’s the first person to carry her into the ambulance, huh?

“Get me his contact number,” he ordered Stanley.

Impressively, it did not take Stanley long to obtain Lambert’s contact number. The urgent Jared dialed the number immediately, for he wished to know Ellen’s condition.

Meanwhile, Lambert was basking under the sun in the garden when his phone rang. “Hello? Who is this?”

“It’s Jared. How’s Ellen?” The trembling voice resounded.

Lambert was caught off-guard that the man contacted him in person. “How did you know she’s with me?”

“Cut it out. Just tell me how’s she doing.” Jared snapped.

“Her forehead is swollen. That’s all.”

“Where is she?”

“She’s resting at my place. Are you going to take her away by force, Mr. Presgrave?”

“Send me your address.”

“I’d rather see you try.” Lambert sneered and terminated the call.

Jared cursed under his breath, whereas Stanley began to track down Lambert’s place. Due to Lambert’s feelings for Ellen, Jared believed they should not stay in the same place together, not to mention that she was in a frail state. He might take advantage of her!

“Found it. This is Lambert’s place, Mr. Presgrave.” Stanley was a highly efficient employee. In a haste, Jared grabbed the car keys and left the company.

On the other hand, Corey delivered the luggage to Lambert’s place and waved his hand looking exhausted. “Just what is in this carrier? It’s hefty!”

“It’s everything she has left.” Lambert came up to him.

“Bro, you must keep this between us, or Mom’s gonna confiscate my car.”

“Deal. Now, leave. She’s in the living room, so be quiet.”

“I’m thirsty. Why can’t I rest for a moment?” Corey was upset by Lambert’s cold attitude now that he was smitten with a girl. Nevertheless, he was not planning on leaving.

“Just don’t wake her up,” warned Lambert before thinking about the incoming guest, whom he particularly took interest in. I bet Jared’s on his way here. What happened between them?

A black Bugatti speeded on the busy road, advancing through every space between the cars. Similar to a majestic black panther, it accelerated toward the sunlight, which reflected the black into a sheen of brilliance.

Finally, the Bugatti parked at a private mansion, followed by three SUVs. Jared alighted from the car to ring the doorbell; instead of getting in his way, Lambert opened the door. Now, the two domineering men stood against each other.

One of them was clad in a tracksuit like a languid young man, while the other man was wrapped in a black suit, looking like an elite young master with his six bodyguards. The two different styles unexpectedly took the limelight all the same.

Holding a cup of tea, Corey came out of the house and felt the tense atmosphere, where he almost choked on the drink due to surprise. Then, he hurried to his cousin’s side. “Lambert, who are these people? Should we call the cops?” questioned the frightened boy.

“No. He’s Mr. Presgrave from the Presgrave Group.”

“Hand her over.” Jared was dogged to take Ellen away today.

Corey wrapped his head around the situation at that. Wait. They’re fighting over a woman! What is Lambert doing? How can he lay his eyes on Mr. Presgrave’s woman?

When Corey heard that, he immediately ran inside the living room.

“Ellen’s injured and requires ample rest, so she has decided to stay at my place for a couple of days. Mr. Presgrave, please leave,” Lambert said with his arms crossed.

“She’s my girlfriend. I’ll take care of her,” Jared retorted coldly. He did not need anyone else to take care of his girlfriend.

In the meantime, Corey patted Ellen’s cheek, which surprised her so much that her eyes widened in shock. Then, he quickly shushed her. “You’re Miss Reiss, right? Something’s gone wrong, and someone came to find you.”

“Who?”

“It’s Mr. Presgrave. He’s having a face-off with Lambert outside!”

Ellen was stunned as she did not expect Jared would find her hideout. She then stood up while supporting herself on the couch and left the living room. In the meantime, Corey, being an avid drama-watcher, followed behind her for some gossip.

Showing herself at the door, she was hit by the afternoon sun and was dazed for a while before using her hand to block the sunlight.

“Ellen,” Jared exclaimed in surprise as he felt relieved to see her in one piece.

At the same time, Lambert turned around to look at her. The sunlight shining on her made her look frail, and her long black hair was tackled by the breeze, revealing her pale face. Overall, she resembled a shaky wisp of smoke that would disappear at any moment.

Instantly, her appearance evoked distress from the two men.

“Ellen, I came to pick you up.” Jared’s tone was exceptionally gentle.

She merely glanced at him and shook her head but could not hold back her emotion once again, shocking the men as tears began streaming down her face. It was then that Lambert became more certain that Jared had hurt her in some way for her to be so emotionally hurt.

When she looked up at them with teary eyes, she looked pitiful yet resilient. “I’m not leaving with you, nor am I coming back to you. Just leave!” She made it clear to Jared while standing beside Lambert.

Within seconds, the contrast in mood became evident between the two men. One was hurt while one was surprised.

“Don’t you see, Mr. Presgrave? Ellen is willing to stay with me.” Lambert gave Jared a provocative stare.

“No, you must leave with me.” There was no way Jared was willing to let Ellen stay with Lambert.

Ellen shook her head again. Since she had planned to stay at Lambert’s place for only a couple of days, all she wanted from then on was some tranquillity. “I’m not leaving with you,” she replied determinedly.

“Fine. If you’re not, I’ll stay.” Jared was parroting her move.

However, Lambert was unhappy about that. “Hey, Mr. Presgrave. This is my home, not a motel.”

“I’ll be staying in the car. If you dare to touch a strand of her hair, I’ll beat you up.” Jared turned around and left the doorway after leaving his remark. Indeed, he was dead set on spending the night inside his car outside of Lambert’s house.

“Is he nuts?” The frustrated Lambert then turned to Ellen and asked, “What happened between you two?”

Not wanting to talk about it, she looked at him gratefully. “Mr. Orey, I’m sorry to trouble you. I’ll leave after a moment.”

“Wait. You can rest assured that I don’t find you troublesome, so please stay.” He was joyous that she declared her desire to stay. Also, he felt ecstatic in the face of a furious Jared.

Looking at the hungry and lethargic-looking woman, Lambert immediately ordered some food from a restaurant nearby and had it delivered to his doorstep. His assumption was spot on as she indeed bore an empty stomach until night came.

By the time she finished her meal, Corey had left, and she was led to a guest room on the third floor. “No one has stayed in this room before, so you can rest assured. I’ll protect you,” said Lambert.

“Mr. Orey, I’m sorry for troubling you.” Ellen was apologetic toward the kind man.

“It’s fine. Corey was the one who hit you with his car. Didn’t you already forgive him? Why don’t you see this as me making up on his behalf? It’s not a big deal, really.” He assured her, sincerely wanting to take care of her.

Nodding, she closed the door and came to the balcony that so happened to oversee the front entrance. The car glowed under the dark sky, prompting her to wonder if Jared truly intended to stay the night in his vehicle.

At that moment, she saw a heavy-duty vehicle that seemed like a truck stop beside the car, so she continued watching curiously. Soon enough, the truck’s interior lit up, after which she took a better look and discovered it was a luxurious caravan. Stunned, she sneered, Jared even brought a caravan here. Is he being serious?

Meanwhile, Lambert, too, heard the sound of a car engine and came out to take a look. When he saw the caravan parked in the yard, he could not help but be astonished by Jared’s tolerance. It seemed like he was insisting on staying outside his house!

this is too much?” He went over to

into his new home. From today onward, this caravan would be his temporary nook and office. Hugging his arms, he stared warningly at Lambert.

at the clubhouse. Of course, I’d never force her to like

that, his heart sank because

live out here, Young Master Jared. I’ll be heading back inside, though.” After saying

the balcony of the third floor. He looked over with his deep eyes and saw Ellen gazing at him. Though they were far apart, she could feel his stare, so she headed back

still all over the place at the moment. Also, Connor’s words and Kevin’s pale face remained clouding her mind. She remembered she had to beg

from the always-smiling older brother in her memory. Remembering how she could only look at him through the glass window, she felt like

caravan and saw a man in his

you over because I have some questions to ask you. It’s about my surgery from sixteen years

nervous. “Young Master Jared, are

you who signed the contract with the donor. I’d like to know if the donor’s family had signed the agreement

He thought about it and shook his head. “No, I

did they agree

to the compensation

prove

scene too. He was

Ferguson’s statement, which also proved

them had personally engaged with the Aguirres. Therefore, the only ones who

since he failed to talk some sense into Ellen, he could only

to know if Jared intended to give him some money. However, Benjamin’s attitude took a turn,

shared the same worry as she initially thought her father could get some compensation. Now that Jared found out the truth, there was no way he would not return the saving

she was good at scheming and succeeded at sowing discord between the couple. Otherwise, he would have spoiled Ellen to the

the person who suggested signing the papers to save his life? It was me. I was the one who asked

would not have enjoyed such a good life had it not been for her mom’s

sign

“Mom, you’re so kind!”

I saw those people wearing expensive clothes, so I assumed they had to be rich. That’s why I did that!

is Ellen’s older brother because if we did, he wouldn’t think that we lied to him. I can’t even bear

I was just giving my suggestion, and you’re the one who took it seriously.” She refused to admit

“You’re… You’re a doom.”

decided to sign the papers

he was immediately enraged. “Had we pushed that matter back a little, perhaps we would’ve gotten more money

right. At that time, Kevin’s heart was Jared’s only hope! Maybe we

that they were the richest family in

watching her parents argue, so she brought her phone back to her room. After closing the door, she wondered about Ellen and

phone rang. When she saw it was a call from Selena, she hesitated before answering,

Don’t you think

“I’m fine.”

with Mr. Presgrave? Do you hate

frowning Ellen

down, you can always come by and stay at our house. We can help you get through

too preoccupied with the matter of Kevin’s heart, so Selena’s fake kindness triggered her realization of how selfish and

million as compensation. So, can you ask your dad where my share

are you insinuating? Do you think my dad deliberately kept your share away from you? You were a kid back then! Also, money comes and goes! My family is broke now.” Selena’s

in the dark for so long? Why are you only telling me now that Kevin’s heart was

trying to look out for you! They didn’t want you to feel sad because of that matter, but

Are you saying I should be grateful to

expect us to do? Our family is broke now anyway, so you can’t get any money even if you want to.” At the mention of finances, Selena remained undeniably

of the compensation!” By now, Ellen’s eyes were red. She

while spending the money they received from Kevin’s heart and had been living a glorious life for

donate that sum to charity than

not try anything! I’m telling you to stop having any ideas about my family. We’re poor as beggars! If you need someone to blame, you have the Presgraves for that! They didn’t even give us much back then! There were only fifteen million,

threat without Jared’s backup, but she did not expect Ellen to

you say today is true? Did your parents not get tempted by the Presgraves’ money and agree to sign the papers?” Ellen had regained her reasoning. With her uncle and

Kevin’s heart because he was

“No.”

far away from him as possible. He’s the one who

silently, Jared was seriously injured and bedridden back then, and his life was also at risk. If Kevin learned about that before he passed away and knew he could save

heart was donated out of Presgraves’ threat or an amicable agreement with Connor and Olivia. That, to her, was

I would hate Jared and the Presgrave Family to death. Also, I wouldn’t want anything to do with them anymore in my life. Would you agree?”

they had the same enemy and that she did

I hate him? He was only ten

expecting Ellen to be so rational, let alone hate Jared. “Ellen, you’re too kind and foolish. How can you still speak up for

nonsense

told me

to agree, they shouldn’t have accepted the compensation, and they wouldn’t have sent me

do anything about it if that’s

in her unreasonable state that afternoon.

Her goal is to make me hate Jared. Also, Uncle Connor’s call was targeted to push the blame onto the Presgraves

forced to take the money rather than deliberately sell her brother’s heart out of greed for the

could be vaguely seen moving around in it. At the sight of this, she felt a knot in her stomach. He’s really staying here. Hearing the sound of a text message on her phone in the

out a sigh and texted

though. ‘I’m

need you to

to care

bit her lip. Not knowing how to define their relationship, she decided not to reply to

text message beeped

came out to the balcony with the phone in her hand and saw the man standing next to the RV

on her phone, and Ellen took a glance at it. It read, ‘Sleep early. See

in the moonlight before blowing her a kiss. After being stunned for

also wondered why she had chanced upon him in the first place. Had she not gotten to know him, her uncle and aunt would never have told her the truth behind her brother’s heart donation. It was like there was an imperceptible force that led her to meet him and learn about all of this. Could her late brother’s spirit be guiding her

was holding a glass of red wine in his hand. Despite having a dressing gown draped around his shoulders, he wasn’t sleepy at all. Instead, he was feeling deeply depressed. Jared’s so protective of Ellen! That’s causing me trouble right when I get a little interested in her. Seems like it’s not

morning, sparkling dewdrops were still clinging to the RV. Autumn had arrived, bringing a slight chill to the morning

out from the inside. Jared stretched his limbs for a while; obviously, he hadn’t slept comfortably in the RV last night. He stared at the balcony on

of

eye on the third floor. The autumn wind tousled his dark hair in the sun, but the windblown hairstyle didn’t diminish the opulent and

Presgrave. Would you like to drink your coffee inside?” Stanley

spirits; even the pedestrians staring at him and his retinue in astonishment

as Ellen opened her eyes, she dashed to the balcony to see Jared. Compared to last night, she could see more clearly during the day. Consequently, she saw him sitting there surrounded by a bunch of

a sigh. What on earth is he up to? Coming downstairs with a jacket draped

dismissed Stanley and the bodyguards around him with a wave of his hand. He looked at Ellen with a pained look in his eyes, as though the lady had wasted away overnight. “Are

of fragile beauty in her. A breeze brushed her

asking, “You said… you only learned yesterday that my brother was the donor,

uncle suddenly came asking me for money. Sorry, it was my fault for

kind of angry. How could Uncle Connor take advantage of my brother’s

the fortune to pay off his many debts. Ellen, I know they didn’t give you a red cent out of the 15 million that my family gave him previously.” Jared’s heart ached terribly as he

turn to Connor and his family when she got hospitalized for cold-induced pneumonia. Even though Connor had only given Jessica a mere 150 in the end,

human. They were so heartless and cold-blooded that they didn’t deserve to be her relatives and elders at all. She recalled again how Connor and Olivia had responded coldly when she borrowed money from

Jared, saying, “You’re right that I should get at least half

power and influence. Please trust me,

reddened. “What nonsense are you talking about? When did I ever

“I just hope that you won’t hate

“My brother was a kind person. I think

strode over, held her hand, and placed it gently on his heart. “No wonder I felt kind of close to you and wanted to protect you when I first saw you. Turns out this

as the person who loved her most tugged at

the man’s heart, a large hand gently wiped her tears away. “I’m your brother from now on. I’ll protect you and love you for the

turned her

then, someone hemmed

Jared darted a glance at the thoughtless

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