Since She Met Lucian

Chapter 106 A Father-and-Daughter Relationship

Amelia couldn't explain her feelings as she entered the Mo mansion. She hadn't been back in that house since she started renting a room at Mrs. Chen's. The place felt very familiar as it was where she spent her childhood, and yet it had also felt strange since she lost Iris.

Amelia took Iris' photo with her when she left SJ Garden.

Coming back, she thought that Mo mansion had changed so much and only the memories of the past felt the same.

The servant greeted her and told her that Vernon was in his study. Sophia had been living with Yolanda. She would come back every other day and would always leave in a hurry. Vernon would tend to the garden or read books in the study when he had free time.

Amelia felt at ease knowing that Sophia and Yolanda weren't there. She was glad to have found reprieve from their sarcastic and scathing remarks.

She set the cake down on the table and went upstairs to the study. She heard Vernon's voice respond to her knock. Opening the door, she found him sitting by his desk with a cigarette in his hand. When Amelia entered the room, Vernon quickly stood up and snuffed the cigarette on a nearby ashtray. He had a wry smile on, but his tone sounded concerned as he greeted his daughter, "I haven't seen you in a while. How are you, Amelia?"

He felt a bit strange to Amelia but warm.

Amelia only nodded to acknowledge Vernon's welcome. She didn't think to say anything.

Vernon's face fell as he looked at Amelia. Worried, he continued asking, "Did you and Lucian really file for divorce?"

Amelia had already anticipated this question and she thought she came prepared with an answer. But hearing Vernon mention Lucian's name froze her where she stood. She looked at Vernon nervously and said, "Yes, it's true. We did file for divorce."

Saying those words felt like she was dropping a bomb. She was instantly overwhelmed with thoughts, predominant of which was Lucian's face.

Vernon didn't press her to say more when he saw Amelia's crestfallen expression. Embarrassed, he said to her, "Well, you haven't been back in a long while. How about staying here with me for a few days? Or better yet, stay here permanently?" He regarded her with a warm smile.

Vernon hadn't shown her as much affection since Iris' death. Amelia felt both happy and bitter when she heard his invitation to stay. Despite everything that had happened between them, Vernon was her father and seeing him then made her want to put the past behind.

"Dad, I only dropped by to wish you a happy birthday. I have to return to work," she quickly said as she checked her wristwatch for the time.

at Amelia and said in disbelief, "You said you already

the door. She looked at him blankly and shook

the documents pertaining

was entitled to a portion of their money. Besides, it was she who asked for divorce. She didn't deserve anything after agreeing to marry Lucian and then ending it all after

nothing to do with each other anymore," Amelia said coldly. She avoided meeting his

saw how uncomfortable Amelia was becoming. He only

of her divorce had hurt her father. When he learned that she was marrying Lucian, Vernon was overjoyed. The thought of someone taking care of Amelia for the rest of

Dad," Amelia said, lowering her

at his daughter and sighed, "I'm not just sad, Amelia. I'm also disappointed that things had

than she let show. She bit her lower lip and forced herself to smile. Try as she did, she couldn't think of anything

heard you found a new job. What's the name of your company? How much is your salary?"

"I make 3000 dollars every month as a probationary employee. Once I

thought that she could

I never had to worry about you. It's just that... Is

seemed to Amelia that he had been following the news. Her name had been smeared all over the papers. She didn't think Vernon would pay attention to it all, but it was apparent

didn't know better, Vernon must had also believed that she left Lucian because Zhan Group was

people's opinions. As long as Zhan Group was doing well and Lucian was happy, she felt that all her sacrifices

Dad. Everything's fine," Amelia replied to

heard that the An family is just as good. I hope you'd treat

work the other day. It's not a good idea to ask for permission to leave so soon. I'm sorry. I'll come back the next time I

Just remember to take care of yourself," Vernon

on the table. She worried that Vernon would have to mark his birthday alone. Without others to celebrate with him, the

don't think she would come home tonight." Vernon's face as he said this was quite reassuring. He smiled at Amelia who thought he had

can leave early so we can celebrate

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