Seven Days Seven Nights

Chapter 150 Finding Nancy (2)

“Yes, it’s him,” Linda confirmed, blinking her eyes. “You know, it’s a small world, isn’t it?”

“Indeed, it’s quite small,” Nancy agreed.

It was astonishing how the person they were searching for not only belonged to the same social circle but was also a close friend.

Suddenly, the sky burst into a dazzling display of fireworks – vivid reds, radiant yellows, and vibrant greens, creating an incredibly beautiful spectacle. They sat on the beach, gazing up at the fireworks in

awe.

“Nancy, do you think they’re beautiful?” Linda asked.

“Yeah. They’re beautiful.” Nancy knew that Linda probably set off these fireworks specifically to lift her spirits, helping her forget her sorrows and troubles and rediscover happiness.

However, no one expected that by the end of the evening, both of them would be engulfed in sorrow.

Later that night, the two women sat on the beach, drinking beer. Without any food, they held beer bottles and drank as if they were quenching their thirst. The bottles piled up, and Linda, being the fastest drinker, was the first to succumb to the effects of alcohol.

Linda tilted her head and leaned on Nancy’s shoulder, her voice filled with vulnerability. “Nancy, do you think Luke will ever marry me? I have a wedding dress that I really love. I dream of marrying him! in that dress, but deep down, I know he’d never agree.” She continued, “Sometimes, I wonder if I can match his status once I’ve amassed a fortune and become a wealthy woman.”

Nancy didn’t say anything. She just looked up and took a big sip of her beer.

them was the Foster Family, a storied and influential aristocratic

rule that stipulated any woman marrying into their ranks must hail from a prestigious family. This rule had reportedly remained unbroken for centuries. Regardless of the individual involved, be it someone who initially resisted, struggled, or

love and instead married a woman from a prestigious family, thereby raising the entire family to

drooping on Nancy’s shoulder. Nancy

Nancy was able to marry Nicholas was not only because Jacob was an open- minded family head but also

Family would have

barriers.

her head and, after muttering, proceeded to down several cans of beer in a row. This time, there was no hesitation. She tilted her head and downed one can after another. Even though she had cautioned herself not to think about that man, he persistently intruded into her mind, running

was a good night’s sleep, and she believed that the best way

solace.

someone escorted Linda and Nancy back to the hotel. Their carefree departure had

After receiving the call, Jennifer immediately dispatched a few reliable people to pick them up. Jennifer had been anxious, fearing that someone might capture Linda in her inebriated state and create a scandal, so she waited nervously

up at the hotel entrance. Almost simultaneously, Luke and Nicholas stepped out of the vehicle.

primarily concerned with whether Linda’s car had arrived. However, her focus suddenly shifted as her gaze landed on Luke. Luke? Her heart began to race instantly, and a flurry of questions flooded her mind. Why did he come here? How coincidental that he arrived just when Linda was drunk. His timing

had some knowledge of Linda and Luke’s relationship. Still, she never anticipated the unexpected twist of events-not only had Linda not returned, but she had ended

up with a plan on the spot. For the time being, she just wanted to navigate this

Nancy were thoroughly drunk, leaving Jennifer in a state of panic. Jennifer silently prayed that Luke wouldn’t notice

voice resounded from behind her. “Jennifer? What are you

to return later. Mr. Foster, what brings you here?” she replied,

is she staying?