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Seeing this scene through the rearview mirror, Emmanuel couldn’t help but
curl his lips into a smile. “Mackenzie, I didn’t know you have such a gentle
side.”
Mackenzie’s gaze turned icy in an instant, causing Emmanuel to shudder as
he caught a glimpse of her through the car’s rearview mirror.
“What are you trying to say? Are you implying that I have a short temper?”
she asked.
“No, that’s not what I meant…” Emmanuel said anxiously. His forehead was
covered in cold sweat, and he struggled to explain himself.
Seeing the situation, Tommy immediately stopped crying and burst into
laughter. “Uncle Manny, you’re really silly. You have said the wrong thing. You
should find a way to make your wife happy.”
Mmm… This brat knew quite a lot!
Emmanuel and Mackenzie both wondered if Tommy had learned this from
his father.
They thought that perhaps Ryder had always accommodated his wife,
appeased her, and spoiled her, which resulted in the woman becoming
difficult to deal with, leading to conflicts in their marriage.
Tommy was unaware of their thoughts and spoke without restraint. “Uncle
Manny, why aren’t you saying anything? Mackenzie is so pretty. If you’re so
bad with words and can’t even coax a girl, you might end up single
someday.”
Emmanuel felt like he was going to cough up blood. “You have such a sharp/
tongue!”
Mackenzie couldn’t hold back her laughter either.
Tommy was incredibly cute. His words hit right in the heart, and it was no
wonder she had a soft spot for him.
On the other hand, after some convincing from Mary, both Ryder and Abellyn
managed to find a temporary resolution and agreed to set aside their
differences. “Keep this in mind. After a fight between spouses, it’s important
to reconcile and move on. Both of you should live your lives peacefully and
stop creating unnecessary trouble.”
Both Mary and her husband were traditional–minded and believed that
divorced women were less favored for remarriage.
At first, George thought that his daughter was the victim of domestic
violence, which was why he rushed over in a hurry. Now that he knew the
truth, he remained silent and refused to help anyone.
Ryder never actually considered divorce. Even for the sake of Tommy’s
upbringing, he still wanted to provide him with a complete family.
He didn’t go to work that day. Instead, he cooked a meal and entertained his
in–laws. It wasn’t until the afternoon that he finally saw them off.
After everyone left, Ryder decided to make things clear. “From now on,
Tommy and I will share a room. I’ll take care of picking him up and helping
with his schoolwork. Since you’re always out playing poker and coming back
late at night, you can have your own room. Also, I won’t give you any more
living expenses, and you don’t have to cook either.”
Abellyn had no objections about the rest of them, but she wouldn’t be able to
survive without any living expenses. “Ryder, are you going back on your word?
You said you would take care of me when we got married, and now you’re
refusing to provide me with living expenses?”
“Abellyn, don’t mix things up!” Ryder also became angry. Even if he was an
honest man, he had thought through everything after thinking for such a long
time.
He then continued, “I did say I would take care of you, but I never agreed to
finance your gambling addiction. Anyway, I’ll cook the meals from now on, so
you won’t starve!”
“You… You’re shameless!” Abellyn angrily cursed and slammed the door as
she left the house.
Ryder didn’t chase after her. The moment she raised the knife against him,
their relationship was irreparably broken.
Now that they slept in separate rooms, he no longer had to worry about
falling asleep and being attacked by her in the middle of the night.
As for her love for playing poker and indulging in other activities outside, he
couldn’t be bothered anymore.
After leaving home, Abellyn went to Chloe’s place and burst into tears.
Chloe was fed up too, and she scolded her directly, “You brought all of this
upon yourself. What are you crying about?”
Abellyn stared at Chloe, thinking that she had no more usefulness and that
even her sister now despised her.
Fortunately, Chloe quickly responded, “I told you to look for a better match.
You haven’t even found a replacement yet. Why would you turn against that
honest man so quickly? Even if you divorce now, it’s your own fault.”
“Chloe, what am I supposed to do now?” Abellyn asked in tears. She really
didn’t know what to do anymore.
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“Behave yourself for now. You have to regulate your eating habits and
sleeping schedule. Stop staying up late and playing poker all the time! You
have to improve your complexion, and it’s best if you’re able to lose weight.”
In fact, Chloe had been scheming to find a wealthy husband for Abellyn, but
it was not for her sister’s sake. It was so she and Robby would have
assurance in the future.
“I got it, Chloe. Don’t you just want me to become prettier?”
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“That’s right. You haven’t hit thirty yet, so you’ll look alluring enough to attract
men if you tidy up your appearance. Didn’t someone from our village
become a high–achieving student? He worked for Lenoir Group after
graduation, and I heard he has become the general manager at the age of
thirty! I’ll find an opportunity for you to meet him and get to know each other.”
Abellyn grasped the whole situation after Chloe’s explanation.
“Chloe, you must be talking about Zane Xanders. I heard he graduated from
Zovince University, and he’s the general manager of Lenoir Group. Isn’t his
annual salary over a million?”
Abellyn’s tears stopped flowing at the mention of this.
This is way better than being with Ryder If I can marry a man like him, even if
it’s just being his mistress.
“That’s right. It’s him.”
However, Chloe was focused on another matter. “I heard he owns multiple
properties in Yeringham. He’ll surely let you live in one of his properties if you
become his woman. By then, Robby will be able to go to school!
“I got it, Chloe. I’ll start shaping up now!”
Abellyn never made an effort to lose weight after getting married because
she lacked motivation. She believed that Ryder would not sleep with her if
-she put on weight, saving her the hassle.
However, things were different now. Abellyn was motivated since she had a
goal in mind. I’ll go and exercise for a few hours now!
Mackenzie needed to leave ahead of time for a business trip the next
morning.
She knew Emmanuel must be exhausted from working two jobs. On top of
that, he had to deal with the recent cyberbullying and Ryder’s problems.
Mackenzie wanted him to rest for an extra half an hour and did not want him
to accompany her early in the morning.
She left a message saying she was going to work before leaving.
A Land Rover was parked outside the residential area of Yociam Residence
for a long time.
A burly man in a white shirt that revealed his massive chest muscles, with a
silver pendant hanging around his neck, held a bouquet of roses in his hands
outside the door for more than twenty minutes.
He was Quintus Lenoir.
The security guards at the residential area of Yociam Residence could not
help but wonder if the burly man was a veteran soldier based on his build
and posture. His casual posture appeared more disciplined than the security
guards on duty.
The driver of the Land Rover looked well–groomed in his suit and necktie, and
it looked like he had been taking great care of his appearance.
The security guards would not be able to tell who the employee and
employer were if the driver were to step out of the car and stand next to
Quintus.
The driver was very confused. I wonder who Mr. Lenoir is trying to confess his
love so early this morning here? Can’t he use his immense wealth to buy any
woman he wants? Why is he adamant about playing the romantic card?
The driver felt that Yociam Residence was not an affluent neighborhood,
despite being a high–end residential area. The woman who resided here
must be a company executive like him.
In other words, she was just another employee.
Perhaps that woman is just an influencer who uses makeup, plastic surgery,
and filters to enhance her looks to seduce rich, young men. I’ve seen plenty of
those women!
Just then, Mackenzie came out from the entrance of the residential area.
The driver stiffened at the sight of her breathtaking beauty, and he could not
help but want to get out of the car.
Whoa! How can she be this beautiful? Her ethereal aura is unrivaled by those
flirting influencers.
“Mackenzie!” Quintus smiled brightly when he spotted Mackenzie, and he
walked up to her.
“Quintus?” A crease instantly appeared between Mackenzie’s brow when she
saw him. She did not have a good impression of him, even though she did
not detest him as much as Hubert.
“A gift for you.”
Quintus handed the bundle of red roses to Mackenzie and stated proudly,
“This isn’t the kind of mediocre flower Hubert can buy. These are roses from
Polayork. It has a vibrant shade of red and a sweet fragrance. You can take
them and put them in your office. I’m sure they will uplift your mood!”
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Mackenzie let out a cold snort. “I only hire talented people for my company. I
don’t have vases in my office. Goodbye!”
After she spoke, she walked into a Bentley. She showed no consideration for
Quintus.
Seeing this, the driver got out of the car in astonishment. He asked, “Mr.
Lenoir, who’s that beautiful woman? How dare she acts that way to you?”
He knew that Quintus had a hot temper and was prideful. Quintus did not
even take Hubert, that naïve playboy, seriously. Quintus even got into fights
with people who dared to offend him.
Not only was Quintus not angry this time, but he also made fun of him. “Zane,
you’ve been working at Lenoir Group for six years, have you? You don’t even
know who that beautiful lady is? It’ll reveal your lowly identity when words get
out.”
Actually, I have worked there for seven years!
The driver was Zane Xander. However, he did not dare to say out his
thoughts, or he would seem more incompetent.
“She’s the eldest daughter of the Quillen family and the CEO of the largest
enterprise in Yeringham. Do you understand?”
“What?” Zane was a person who cowered to prestige and looked down on
those lower than him. He immediately broke out in cold sweat.
Zane had just assumed that the woman was on a similar level to him, and
perhaps an influencer. Who would have thought she was actually from the
wealthiest family in Yeringham, and the CEO of Terence Group!
If Zane had known earlier, he would have shown his face before her and
made acquaintance with her.
“Let’s go. I already expected this not to work. But I can’t lose to trash like
Hubert. Drive me to Terence Group this afternoon.”
“Yes, Mr. Lenoir!” Zane nodded quickly.
He always boasted about being the CEO of Lenoir Group in front of relatives
and friends in the village. In fact, he was just a general manager. His position
in the company was slightly higher than that of other general managers
because he knew how to butter up to Quintus.
After the three of them left the residential area, Emmanuel came out on his
electric scooter.
Mackenzie had said she would go to work first, so he mistakenly thought she
had taken the Maserati. Hence, he did not go to the parking lot and simply
hopped on his electric scooter and went to work.
When the security guards saw him, they wanted to remind him that another
man was trying to court his wife again and to be careful of being cuckolded.
However, they did not say anything when they saw he was rushing to work.
In the afternoon, Emmanuel left the hospital and drove his electric scooter to
Terence Group.
How could an electric scooter compare to a Maserati in terms of speed?
Mackenzie had been waiting for him at their usual meeting spot fifteen
minutes ago. However, she did not expect that foolish man to be late again.
Instead, the same Land Rover from this morning stopped in front of her.
“Mackenzie!” When Quintus saw Mackenzie standing alone at the
intersection, he was also quite surprised. He thought this was a heaven–sent
opportunity for him.
“Why is it you again?” Mackenzie felt somewhat annoyed. She immediately
pressed a button on her phone, and she decided not to wait for Emmanuel.
“Mackenzie, where are you going? Let me give you a ride!” As Quintus spoke,
he forcefully dragged Zane out of his Land Rover.
Tactful as ever, Zane nodded at Mackenzie in a servile manner.
Unfortunately, Mackenzie did not even spare him a glance. She waited for
Wally to drive the Bentley out of the company. Then, she got into the car and
-left.
“Mr. Lenoir, Ms. Quillen is too arrogant. It’s difficult to win over a woman like
her!”
“Shut up!” Quintus shouted and got into the Land Rover to chase after
Mackenzie.
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With Quintus‘ temperament, he would not bother pursuing a woman who
was easily attainable.
Quintus would not know how to cherish a woman he did not put a lot of time
and effort to pursue.
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It was the rush hour after work. No sooner had the Bentley that Mackenzie
was in passed a traffic light than a long line of cars formed behind her.
Hence, even though Quintus was only one traffic light away, he was instantly
left far behind.
Not only that, a massive traffic jam was building up ahead!
“D*mn it!” He slammed his hand against the steering wheel. Then,
abandoning his Land Rover, which cost over two million, he climbed out of the
car.
Emmanuel happened to be passing by on his electric scooter right at that
moment.
Quintus immediately stuck out an arm to block his path. “Hey, buddy! Could
you help me out?”
Fortunately, Emmanuel reacted quickly and managed to hit the brakes in
time. Otherwise, the impact would have sent this burly guy flying through the
air!
“What is it?” Emmanuel was a kind–hearted person, or else he would not have
helped Terence the other day. He felt Quintus would not have done
something so dangerous if not for some urgent matter.
“It’s like this. I finally got my hands on two concert tickets after much difficulty.
I planned on going with the woman I love, but I’m stuck in traffic. Could you
help me to catch up to that Bentley in front?” Quintus replied frankly while
pointing toward the intersection up ahead.
Given the heavy traffic conditions, it would be a piece of cake for an electric
scooter to catch up to the car.
Emmanuel was torn as he had been on his way to pick up his wife at Terence
Group.
Noticing his hesitation, Quintus quickly fished out the keys to his Land Rover
and held them out toward him. “Here! I’ll give you my Land Rover in exchange
for your electric scooter.”
Emmanuel was flabbergasted. What the heck? Did I strike the lottery today?
Exchanging my electric scooter that costs a couple thousand for an all–new
Land.Rover?
Nonetheless, he was not one to have an itching palm and replied, “I’ll pass on
exchanging our vehicles. Just hop on. I’ll help you go after the car.”
“Thanks, buddy!” With that, Quintus jumped onto the back of the scooter
easily.
Emmanuel was surprised by his agility. It looks like he’s retired from the army,
just like me.
A split second later, Quintus was the one exclaiming in astonishment. That
was because Emmanuel was actually maneuvering the scooter with one
hand while using his free hand to make a phone call. On top of that, he can
still drive the scooter steadily. That’s some mad skills!
-Needless to say, Emmanuel was calling Mackenzie to let her know that he
might be late by half an hour.
“That’s okay. Drive slowly. I’ve left the office early.”
After hearing her reply, he no longer had anything to worry about and
increased his speed to give chase.
Alas, just as he was about to catch up to the Bentley, the road ahead cleared
up, and the car quickly sped off. There was no way an electric scooter could
possibly keep up.
Even so, Emmanuel was determined. Going full throttle, he took a back road
and continued the pursuit.
Through the rearview mirror, Wally noticed they were being followed, and
what he saw shocked him. “Ms. Quillen, I think Mr. Lowe is trying to catch up to
us on his scooter with Mr. Lenoir.”
“What?”
Mackenzie lifted her gaze abruptly. She was also stunned upon looking in the
rearview mirror and seeing Emmanuel on his electric scooter with Quintus
behind him. Emmanuel, that id*ot! Was he a pig in his past life? Why is he
giving another man a ride to chase down his wife? How clueless can he get?
what sort of incentive Quintus offered him. However, I must say those two
grown men squeezed together on top of a small electric scooter is a rather
electric scooter racer?
“I don’t mean to throw cold water on you, but that woman you’re chasing
doesn’t seem interested in you,” Emmanuel remarked. He was not a fool.
guessed what was going on.
“If you knew who was in that car, you wouldn’t make fun of me,” Quintus
“Who is she?”
were qualified to pursue such a woman.
my wife is already as cold as ice, so that lady boss of hers must be even
“Haha! Indeed! If it were easy to pursue her, I wouldn’t be having such a hard
time trying to catch up to her. However, I assure you I’ll definitely succeed,”
“In that case, I wish you good luck,” Emmanuel said sincerely. He sensed that
the both of them would get on like a house on fire.
“Ms. Quillen has entered the office building, so I won’t go in with you. Best of
Furrowing his brows slightly, Emmanuel could not refrain from asking, “That’s
connection. The Wolf Warriors from the north and the Ferocious Tigers from
the south are Chanaea’s renowned vanguard forces on the battlefield.
They’ve rendered countless meritorious acts on the battlefield. If I didn’t have
“My apologies, Ms. Quillen! I couldn’t stop him,” Wally said as he hurried over.
With a smug expression, Quintus chuckled and said, “Ms. Quillen, allow me to
“What do you want, Mr. Lenoir?”
family line to go extinct. Isn’t it obvious that it affects the family’s fate?”
Mackenzie forced a smile on her face. “That’s quite a terrible joke. Should I be
laughing?”
me a chance. I know you enjoy listening to piano and classical music.”
Although Mackenzie did not accept the tickets, she also did not chase him
-office.
“You’d abandon your Land Rover, hop on an electric scooter and chase me
- me.
ignored the topic. Instead, she chose to focus on the rider of the electric
Surprised, Quintus shook his head as he replied, “I don’t know him. But it’s
strange, I seem to have stopped a professional racer. Otherwise, it would
we’re fated to meet each other?”
somehow managed to stop his electric scooter. It had ended up looking like
“Mackenzie, you look so pretty when you smile. Will you agree to go with me?”
With that, she was certain only that the man at home did not make her feel ill
“Quintus, you should leave. I have already rejected you and I don’t like men
who cling to me persistently. Do you catch my drift?” Mackenzie replied
Meanwhile, Emmanuel was extremely curious about what the daughter of
her photos on the internet.
He rode his electric scooter back after he got off his part–time job. Just as he
was passing by the junction at Terence Group, he suddenly encountered
Emmanuel assumed that the latter was here to deal with his Land Rover’s
traffic offense from earlier. However, Quintus greeted Emmanuel warmly as
“Do you have a girlfriend?”
pretty and she’s single too. Would you like to try going out with her?”
“It’s all right. I already have a woman I like.” Emmanuel waved off the
Emmanuel did not immediately accept them. He asked curiously, “Did your
plan to invite the daughter of the Quillen family not pan out?”
“Yeah, it didn’t work out. But that makes it all the more interesting! That’s how
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