The Ex and Her Riches

Whitney shook her head as she stood and handed the ball to the boy. “Run along and play.”

The latter quickly gave Whitney a polite bow. “Thank you, miss. I wish you lots of happiness every day. I’m off to play now!”

With that, the little boy ran off, and to Whitney’s surprise, she felt her mood lift considerably. My, my. What a well-mannered boy he was!

Now that she was feeling much better, the woman spread her arms wide, feeling the breeze brushing against her face as she basked in the sun.

The next second, Whitney’s stomach let out an audible growl, and only then did she realize she hadn’t. eaten a single morsel of food since the night before.

Without further ado, she pulled out her phone to look up the nearby restaurants, and it didn’t take long before a particular name caught her eye-Fouad.

Wait a minute… I’ve accompanied Charles to this restaurant before for client meetings. Who knew I’d be back again? What a coincidence. Since I’m already in the area, I shall grab a meal here before leaving.

After realizing the restaurant wasn’t too far away, Whitney rented a public bike and cycled to her destination.

Upon entering the restaurant, she noticed it wasn’t very crowded, and the owner spotted her immediately. “Hello, Ms. Mellor. Are you here alone today, or are you waiting for someone?” he asked smilingly.

Charles was a VIP customer of Fouad and often had female companions by his side, so it was no surprise that the restaurant owner recognized Whitney at a glance.

“I’m on my own today. Don’t worry. You can tend to the other guests,” Whitney answered before picking. up the menu and sitting by the window, feeling somewhat dazed.

As it turned out, Gwendolyn was also in the restaurant meeting with a client, and she spotted Whitney as soon as the woman walked in.

Without further ado, Gwendolyn excused herself and strode over to Whitney.

“Whitney.”

Upon hearing the voice, Whitney looked up in surprise. “Gwendolyn, what brings you here?”

Gwendolyn curled her lips into a smile. “Oh, I just happened to be here to meet a client. How are you? Have you managed to get in touch with him?”

Alas, Whitney’s expression didn’t look all that good, which made Gwendolyn slightly worried.

The company there has run into some trouble, and nobody knows when he’ll be able to return. It’s been three days since I last

“Don’t worry. Harris Group also has companies in Muprary,

is

quickly sat beside Whitney, wrapping her arm around

if his people over there find something out? He’d be worried too, wouldn’t he? Aren’t there times when no news is the best news?”

Gwendolyn knew what it was like to be

Muprary right now, she’d probably

“If you really can’t stop worrying. go ahead and look for him.”

if he

of Charles’ feelings for her, nor

stranger. Let me know once you’ve made up your mind. I can arrange a private jet for you. In any case, take your time and think it over. I need to get back to my meeting now. Remember… Life is short, so seize

saying that, Gwendolyn walked away, leaving Whitney

than ten hours. Would Charles be surprised if I suddenly showed up? Would he be

about her seeing Charles, the more nervous she

the matter weighing heavy on her mind, Whitney absentmindedly ate her

and the latter arrived

know, nobody has sat in my passenger seat before, but I’m willing to let you be the first,” she piped up, doing her best to lighten

that moment, however, Whitney’s mood was no

right… Life is indeed short. If there’s someone I want to

Whitney suddenly interrupted, her expression serious and determined. “I want

Him?

Whimey had meani Bubbling with excitement, she nodded fervently. “Are you going to Muprary? I support you! Do you need to book a flight I can arrange for

pleasantly surprised Wore Who knew Jasmine would have a stronger reaction ze this than met That said I do feel a lot more confident than before because of her affirmation. Its settled, the fond Charles

keep this matter confidential,” Whitney replied.

a single word” she said cheerily. “Remember to smack

returned to the Newton residence, and Whitney began packing her

evening, which was eleven in the morning in Muprary, the latter dialed

rang for quite a while before someone

is there something you need?” Isaac asked, his voice so deep that Whitney felt a little nervous.

you tell me where you guys are? I want

phone as soon as he heard that. “Mrs. Newton… A-Are you serious?”

Mr. Newton has been very busy negotiating with the local bigwigs recently. Even if Mrs. Newton were to drop by, he might not have the time to