Awakened Housewife Ignore Betrayer's Begs (Scarlett) novel Chapter 307

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Scarlett held Clara tightly, a sudden rush of emotion making the bridge of her nose tingle. In that moment, she couldn’t help but think of Vanessa.

After the hug, Clara settled comfortably onto Scarlett’s lap, facing her. Playing idly with a strand of Scarlett’s hair, Clara began listing off items with great enthusiasm. “Auntie Auntie! Nolan brought so so many things! He got Grandpa a yummy bottle of whiskey and some vitamin pills! He got Grandma a super soft shawl and some face cream! He brought Dad a slippery silk tie and Mom a pretty pretty watch! Oh wait! There’s also a huuuuge gift basket just for you!…”

Here, Clara leaned in conspiratorially, whispering into Scarlett’s ear, “I peeked, Auntie. It’s full of gourmet snacks, fancy sparkling water, a handheld game console… and there’s some jewelry in there too!”

Then she leaned back, giggling. “And Nolan brought presents for me, too! Loads of Swiss chocolates and a whole set of collector edition dolls.”

Seeing how adorable and earnest Clara was, Scarlett couldn’t help but reach out and boop her nose gently. “You little sneak.”

Clara gave a gleeful chuckle. “Okay, Auntie, I’m gonna go upstairs and play with my new dolls

now.”

Scarlett nodded. “Alright, go ahead.”

Once Clara had scampered off, Scarlett turned to Nolan with a soft, grateful smile. “Thank you, Nolan. That was incredibly thoughtful.”

Nolan brushed off the thanks, quickly changing the subject. “Dr. Newman is hosting a small gathering this weekend at his home. He specifically asked me to invite you.”

Scarlett was slightly surprised but nodded. “That sounds nice. I’d like to go.”

It was still relatively early. While not all the Therons had returned home yet, the staff were already bustling in the kitchen, preparing dinner.

Nolan had accomplished his goal of delivering the gifts and seeing Scarlett, yet he showed no sign of being in a hurry to leave.

By seven o’clock, the family had assembled. Nolan was warmly invited to stay for the meal, and he accepted without hesitation.

Dinner was a congenial affair. Henry kept up a steady conversation with Nolan. It began with general topics–work, current events–but gradually grew more personal.

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“Are you an only child, Nolan?” Henry inquired.

“Yes, I am,” Nolan replied politely.

“And your parents? Are they both well?”

“They are, thank you. Both are retired now.”

“I see. And how old might they be?”

“My father is just turning sixty, and my mother is fifty–six.”

Henry nodded slowly, a sound of approval. “I see.”

Although it was Henry doing the asking, Nathan and Diana were listening intently to every

answer.

By the time Henry finished his gentle interrogation, his expression suggested he was quite satisfied with Nolan’s stable, respectable background.

Nolan wasn’t oblivious; he could sense the family’s approval. Midway through the meal, he stood up, glass in hand, to propose a toast. He went around the table, offering gracious words to each family member.

Finally, he stood before Scarlett, his gaze softening. “Scarlett,” he said, raising his glass slightly. “To your health and happiness. May your future be bright, and… may you have everything you wish for.”

He had almost said, “May you find love,” but the words caught in his throat. It didn’t feel like the right time.

After dinner, Nolan stayed for coffee and conversation in the living room. As the clock ticked past nine, he knew it was time to go.

He rose, thanking everyone for their hospitality. As he was saying his final goodbyes, Nathan spoke up, “Scarlett, why don’t you walk Nolan to his car?”

Understanding the unspoken suggestion in her brother’s words, Scarlett simply agreed. “Of

course.”

They walked in companionable silence down the long driveway of Theron Manor, the evening air cool around them. Only when they reached the imposing front gates did Nolan turn to her.

“Are you really okay?” he asked, his voice low with concern.

A flicker of weary resignation passed through Scarlett’s eyes, but she nodded. “I am. Really.”

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Nolan’s own eyes held a deep, conflicted emotion. Several times, he seemed on the verge of saying something more, only to hold back. He reasoned that with her divorce not yet finalized, it wasn’t his place to complicate her life further. He would wait.

Having drunk wine, Nolan had called a taxi. Just then, a yellow cab pulled up to the curb. Reluctant to leave, he turned back to Scarlett one last time. “Well… I should get going.”

Scarlett offered a small smile.

Nolan opened the rear passenger door. But as he was about to duck inside, he straightened up suddenly and looked back at her, the words he’d been suppressing finally breaking free. “Scarlett, actually, I’ve been wanting to tell you-”

Fate, it seemed, had other plans. His confession was abruptly drowned out by a louder, more imperious voice.

“Scarlett! Grandpa is at Ravenshade Villa. He sent me to pick you up for dinner.”

Behind the idling taxi, Vincent’s unmistakable Rolls–Royce had pulled up silently. The driver’s side window slid down, revealing Vincent’s sharp, defined profile.

The interplay of shadow and streetlight etched his features with a severe handsomeness. Even seated, he commanded the space around him with an aura of undeniable authority that seemed to swallow the quiet intimacy of the moment.

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