The Ex and Her Riches

The four troops retreated to their headquarters.

Gwendolyn and Cedrick, accompanied by Nico, who carried Jennifer on his back, hastened their return to the Harrick Villa. Treyton and Summer had been waiting at the entrance for a while.

Upon learning about their plan. Treyton paced back and forth at the door restlessly, resembling a cat on a tin roof.

Summer found a chair and sat down, keeping Treyton company by the entrance.

The surroundings were enveloped in darkness, and the villa’s entrance was illuminated by the faint glow of streetlights, casting long, slender shadows of Treyton.

Summer could not stay silent anymore. “Mr. Treyton, can you please settle down for a moment? You’re making me dizzy. Why don’t you take a seat for a while?”

Treyton paid no attention to her and continued his restless back-and-forth movement.

The night had grown considerably late.

With no news from Gwendolyn, Treyton could not help but wonder if everything was going according to plan. At this juncture, how does she expect me to sit still?

Summer, unable to persuade him, shook her head in resignation. She could only keep him company out of boredom while waiting for Nico.

After some time, the sound of hurried footsteps in the distance reached their ears.

Treyton turned his head, and even in the dim light outside, his gaze was immediately drawn to Jennifer. who was being carried on Nico’s back. “Jennifer?”

With a sense of urgency, he rushed over and decisively took her from Nico, holding her tightly in his arms.

As Treyton observed her pale face and the dark red bruises that stood out on her wrists and neck, his eyes turned red. He looked at Gwendolyn and asked, “Kiddo, what happened? Is she injured?”

Gwendolyn sighed. “Let’s go in first. It’s not appropriate to discuss it here.”

Treyton nodded in response. He carried Jennifer and hurriedly made his way to Harrick Villa

The other three followed behind closely.

learned about the

Bang!

inside the villa, startling the birds perched on the trees

wished to teach Craig a lesson. “How could he imprison his own sister? He’s nothing but

atmosphere in the living room grew

in one of the guest rooms, and Summer took care of

maintained a

atmosphere. “You know, this coffee table, crafted from delicate crystal glass, was imported all the way from Yartran. Anyone, including family

were bereft

his bloodshot eyes. “Jennifer and I are facing such a difficult

in, “Cedrick, you seem a bit strapped for cash lately. Did you get yourself into some

know what to say. She looked at Cedrick, her eyes reflecting a mix of curiosity and

the collective gaze of the three, Cedrick maintained his composure and explained, “I’m only saying that because Gwenny has a particular fondness for this new coffee table. Even a single crack would be unacceptable in her

change in the atmosphere in the living

Cedrick as she

to act impulsively like what happened the last time, Cedrick intentionally diverted the conversation, aiming to lighten the atmosphere and

curved her lips into a faint smile. He’s becoming more

be facing some mental challenges that necessitate professional intervention Craig will be closely monitoring her, so it’s crucial that we art swiftly to facilitate her recovery and restore her to a stable

nodded, affirming his agreement with

“Considering the circumstances, I propose that Jennifer stays at Harrick Villa during this

can I bring her back so

guilt, especially seeing how Craig had tortured

for Jennifer

make amends

will do everything possible to avoid taking responsibility. If Cedrick questions him, he’s unlikely to divulge much. considering Cedrick his superior.

the engagement, so technically. Jennifer was still Remus fiancée. Treyton

would be difficult for him to explain to Craig

even if the Abbot family decided to call off the engagement, it would be