The Ex and Her Riches

Cedrick sighed lightly. He felt immensely guilty thinking about William’s words.

“Hurry up and go. I’ve made her suffer so much in the past six months. I should give her something in return so I don’t feel too indebted to her.”

Nico hesitated to speak. You no longer owe Ms. Gwendolyn anything!

Nevertheless, Nico knew Cedrick loved Gwendolyn too much and would do everything he could to please her.

He’s expressing his love too humbly. Nico genuinely felt sorry for him, yet he was powerless to help.

…

When Gwendolyn woke up, the first thing she did was check her body for any visible hickeys.

The cotton quilt was neatly folded on the small couch.

It seemed Cedrick didn’t take advantage of her last night.

He was even willing to sleep on the couch. She realized he was quite a decent man, unlike the rumors she had heard about him.

Gwendolyn remembered everything that happened before she got drunk and passed out last night, but because of the effect of alcohol, her mind felt fuzzy.

The matter related to Cedrick was too peculiar. She reckoned she needed to investigate further.

When Gwendolyn learned Valentino had invited her for breakfast, she intended to refuse initially, but recalling Cedrick’s matter, she thought it would be best for her to go.

At the dining table, Gwendolyn chatted with Valentino, “Old Mr. Jenson, I heard Mr. Jenson came back only half a year ago. I met him in person last night. He’s quite handsome, but why are there rumors that he looks hideous?”

change in his expression, “Since he gained a foothold in Salinsburgh, too many socialites approached and offered themselves to him. He didn’t

Gwendolyn smiled and probed further, “Has he

her a puzzled look, his wrinkled

since Mr. Jenson is so good-looking, I wanted to see if there were any old photos

there aren’t any. He

somewhat similar to Maverick. Subsequently, she fell

reminded of the words Triss told her at

returned from carrying out a mission in the army half a year ago, covered in

passed away six months ago, and Cedrick returned home, scarred and battered, also half a year ago. Is there a connection

her doubts, she made a call

you took the initiative to contact me, Gwendolyn. I’m

solemn expression, Gwendolyn asked, “Triss, I’m calling

exclaimed with a meaningful tone. “I understand, Gwendolyn. What do you want to know about Cedrick?

did Cedrick return to the Jenson

other end of the line, contemplated for a moment. “It’s been quite some time. I can’t remember

case, do you notice anything different

rarely returned home, especially after

he turned fifteen? That’s weird. Gwendolyn added, “Previously, I heard you mentioned he was injured when he returned half a year ago. Where was he injured? Were his face and back

see his wounds. I only heard from the servants at Grandpa’s villa that he was gravely hurt. Still, I’m certain his injuries were severe because when he was fighting for power with Uncle

it seemed to Gwendolyn

some small talk with Triss before hanging up

row, asked curiously, “Ms. Gwendolyn, why are you suddenly concerned about Mr. Jenson? Did sparks fly between

trying to wrap her mind around that matter, Gwendolyn didn’t bother responding to his teasing. She merely said,

the fact that Mr. Wright was already seriously injured before the incident, his

What if they found someone with a similar physique as him

he returning to find you? He was really eager to stay by

was also one thing that baffled

the car window and became lost in her thoughts, Cedrick’s demeanor last night

same as