No Way Back (Jane and Hugh) by Anna Mac novel Chapter 429

Chapter 429
However, Connor Luther was the real problem.
He was the future heir of Luther Group and one of the top-notch eligible bachelors in Stormton City. Would he fall for Lila Sutton?
Jane Fowler did not underestimate Lila’s charm. She was afraid that Connor was toying with Lila.
Once the novelty wore off, he would immediately abandon Lila and leave her heartbroken. Jane would never allow it! She had to find an opportunity to test Connor’s sincerity toward Lila.
*Please don’t make fun of me, Janie. Connor is Luther Group’s future successor. There’s such a huge difference between our statuses. How can the Sutton family be worthy of the Luther family?” said Lila.
“It’s impossible between us! We’re just friends. I know my limits. Moreover, a marriage that is not well matched due to family backgrounds won’t be blessed. Connor’s family will ask him to marry a rich young lady of equal status with beauty. and power. Only then will it be helpful to his family and career.”
Jane saw Lila getting more and more disappointed as she spoke. She chuckled and flicked Lila’s forehead. “I’ve not even mentioned marriage yet, and you’re already thinking that far ahead. Didn’t you say you have no romantic feelings for Connor? That you’re just friends? Who would believe you? Look at you; you’re thinking of marrying him!”
“Oh… I… Uh, I…”
Lila stuttered and wanted to deny it hurriedly, but she was at a loss for words.
“It’s not a bad thing to like someone. There’s no need for you to hide it, Lila. I have met Connor before. He’s handsome, well-educated, and has a noble temperament. His special status is indeed a magnet for any young woman.”
“There’s no issue if he doesn’t like you. However, if both of you are interested parties, Then you’re deceiving yourself by denying it. Giving up a relationship because of secular prejudices is not called love,” Jane said matter-of-factly.
Hmm, both were interested parties.
Lila had never thought too much about how her relationship with Connor would develop.
Hold on. It was not that Lila did not, it was that she dared not.
Overthinking it would give her false hopes.
“I understand that compatibility in family backgrounds is important. Lucky for you that you have a good friend like me. With me around, you’ll become a queen in your field in no time and undoubtedly will be compatible with Luther Group!”
“The key is whether you are determined to become the best version of yourself for Connor. If you don’t think he’s worthy, then let’s move on and continue with our carefree life.”
Jane’s remarks were not baseless.
She did not want to mislead Lila into thinking that everything was fine.
Otherwise, Lila would not be able to survive in the environment of the Luther family.
Lila was gifted and talented in her own way. She would no doubt stand out in her chosen field with significant achievements in the future.
However, Lila needed time to grow.
Only when she became stronger would others take her seriously and with respect.
Jane understood what it took to get there.
Lila was silent momentarily before saying, “Janie, I don’t want to overthink now. I just want to focus on designing games and fighting for my dream. I’ll deal with romance when I succeed in my career.
Jane patted her head lovingly. “That’s right. How can my little Lila be obsessed with love? A career should always come first, men and women alike.”
“Oh, Janie, I’m not **********. How can I be obsessed with love? It’s not like I don’t know how miserable it is for a woman to be obsessed with love. A woman must be strong and carve out a career for herself. I don’t want to rely on a man to support me for sure!”
Lila gradually regained her confidence and smiled after speaking her mind. She finished her glass of “Mona Lisa” in one gulp and let out a long sigh. “Yes! Making money is the most important thing now! Make money! I want to make money! I want to become a super-rich woman! This way, I can have any man I want in the future. Why should I put all my eggs in one basket? Tsk!” she sneered.
Lila then raised her empty glass and stood up. She spun around crazily while smiling happily, attracting everyone’s attention.
Jane quickly pulled her aside. “All right, girl, don’t go crazy on one drink. It’s only the first glass, and you’re already drunk. Why did you drink like a maniac?”
Lila blushed and shook her head. “I’m not drunk, Janie. I can drink more! I want to make money! I want to design popular games! I want to start a company and have an eSports team. I want to play professionally…”
Jane had no choice but to press on Lila’s acupoint to calm her down. She told Lila to rest on the table to sober up.
Suddenly, there was a surprised voice. “Jane!”
Jane turned around and saw that it was Marlon Croft.
There was a fine-looking man beside him who turned out to be Ford, the eldest son of the Croft family’s first branch. They had met briefly in a barbecue restaurant some time ago.
Ford’s eyes lit up the moment he saw Jane. He laughed heartily and said, “Long time no see, Miss Fowler. I didn’t expect to meet you in a place like this. It must be fate.”
Jane ignored him. The look in Ford’s eyes made her uncomfortable. She looked at Marlon and asked, “Why are you here?”
Marlon shrugged. “Uh, I was out to get the latest PS5 console and some new games. I bumped into Ford, who insisted I have a drink with him, so here we are at Nightshade Bar.”
Oh my, Marlon claimed he did not drink, yet Ford forced him to go to a bar. How unlucky could one get!
Marlon did not know if he was ill-fated. He had always been invisible in the Croft family. Moreover, he did not notify anyone. when he came out to get the game console. He planned to go home after getting the games and stay up all night to clear the levels. It was just his luck bumping into Ford.
“Oh. Is that so?”
Jane narrowed her eyes and looked at Ford intently.
Was this a coincidence?
Or arranged by Ford deliberately?
Ford hid his thoughts with a smile and said, “Why don’t we share a table since we know each other? It’ll be more fun if we drink together.”
Jane replied calmly, “I still have to care for my drunk friend. I’ll pass. You guys can drink by yourselves.”
“Janie, I’m not drunk! I’m very sober.”
Lila got up with blurry eyes. “Let’s drink! Drink more! I still want to drink! My career prospect is awesome today. I want to drink to liven things up!”
Ford immediately launched an aggressive proposal without waiting for Jane to sober up her drunk friend. “Since the young lady wants more, why don’t you join us too, Miss Fowler? But go easy on the alcohol content because I have something to talk to you about.”
Ford’s ill intention was in his eyes.
Even Marlon sensed that something was wrong.
He looked at Ford in surprise.
“What the hell?” he thought.
Did Ford take a fancy to Jane?