Serenity and Zachary York novel Chapter 5619

There was a flash of hatred in Roxy's eyes.

She hated Laurence and Noelle. She despised them more than anyone else.

Laurence had ruined her reputation, while Noelle was the object of her jealousy. However, Roxy was certain that she and Jolie were not the only women in Havenmill who envied Noelle.

Sometimes Roxy even resented her father and, especially, her grandfather. If he had been capable of carrying out such a massive scheme 30 years ago, why did he not make sure to finish the job?

If he had, Laurence and Noelle would not be here now. Instead, Roxy would be the Longbottom heiress, the most prominent young lady in Havenmill.

30 years ago, Laurence had only been a one-year-old child. Even though his bodyguard and nanny protected him, they all eventually died. Yet, her grandfather failed to find Laurence.

Her grandfather had later suspected that Laurence was the adopted son raised by the Johnson family's eldest son's wife, but he could not prove it. Eventually, they lost all trace of Laurence and could no longer find any news about him, losing their best chance to eliminate him for good.

For years, the entire family had prayed that Laurence was dead. Unfortunately, their prayers went unanswered. Not only had Laurence survived, but he had grown up perfectly well.

Worse still, he found an exceptional master and learned extraordinary martial arts skills. He also knew medicine and how to use poison. Now, no one could or had the guts to get close to him for fear that he would poison them without them noticing.

It was infuriating.

"But the person I'm mad at most is Laurence. Noelle is arrogant because he spoils her. He's only been in charge of Longbottom Corporation for a few days, yet she's already throwing her weight around. She even had you kicked out!

"Doesn't she know you're my best friend? Did you tell her who you are? Did you mention my name?"

Jolie said, "I did! I told her you were my best friend, but still, she walked away without another word. Once she was outside, she told reception to call security and have me escorted out.

"Everyone at the company even addresses her as 'Ms. Noelle'. She's really putting on airs. Longbottom Corporation belongs to your family, not Noelle. You can't let a mere bodyguard act like she owns the place.