Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 176

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None of the ones he found are to my liking,” said Mrs. Wade with a sigh.

pon hearing this, Regina curved her lips into a smile. “Indeed, Master Wade’s taste does need some improvement. This woman, she’s really no good! I’m just Indly reminding you, Mrs. Wade.”

reing her speak so confidently, Mrs. Wade finally asked curiously. “What’s the name of this woman you’re talking about?”

t that moment, the waiter called out for Eliza’s number, and she stood up to collect the pastries at the counter.

eanwhile, Regina mentioned Eliza’s name.

1. rs. Wade paused, then murmured, “That name sounds so familiar…”

ist as Regina was about to speak, Mrs. Wade suddenly said. “Wait a moment, I’ll call my husband and confirm.”

ith that, she dialed Rhett’s number.

s soon as the call connected, Mrs. Wade eagerly asked. “Rhett, what’s the name of the girl you mentioned to me last time? Is it Grant?”

hett replied with the name.

1. rs. Wade slapped her thigh. “Eliza Grant, right? It’s Eliza!”

xactly! Quickly call that kid and tell him to come home and explain things,” she urged.

earing her, Regina thought Mrs. Wade was eager to stop Baxter and smiled to herself.

seemed that the couple had known who Eliza was all along, and that’s why they seemed so excited when they heard her name.

irns out, she had been overthinking.

1. rs. Wade really was anxious. After ending the call, she quickly said goodbye to Regina, mentioning there was something at home that needed her attention.

To worries, no worries, you go ahead. This can’t wait. It’s better to act sooner than later.” Regina said understandingly, sending Mrs. Wade off.

[ter Mrs. Wade left, Regina called Medea to update her on the situation.

arning that Mrs. Wade didn’t like Eliza put Medea’s mind at ease.

egina added, “You don’t need to worry. With Eliza’s background, she wouldn’t catch the eye of the Wade couple. She can only rely on her looks to attract axter’s attention, but she’s not worth mentioning”

ledea, feeling reassured, laughed and said, “Got it.”

oth of them didn’t realize that Mrs. Wade was rushing home to confirm things with Baxter.

axter, who had been urgently called back by his parents, was puzzled, thinking something major had happened.

lowever, as soon as he stepped inside the door, Mrs. Wade was there, eagerly pulling him aside to ask. I heard youve been getting close to Eliza lately? Are ou pursuing her?”

laxter was surprised “How did you know?”

lad he been that obvious?

Little brat, still hiding things from us!” Mrs. Wade kicked him playfully. “How’s it going? What stage are you at?”

We’ve met the parents.”

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Rhett almost jumped out of the couch.

So fast?”

Jaxter scratched his head. “Well, not exactly how you think. I just gave her a ride home, and we met for a bit. It wasn’t anything official.“

thett was disappointed. “That’s not meeting the parents! That’s just a face–to–face!”

ven Mrs. Wade started to complain. “Are you even trying? When chasing a girl, you have to take the initiative, understand?”

I understand, but… don’t you two want to know about her past?” Baxter hesitated, then decided to come clean.

le explained Eliza’s seven–year relationship with Calvin.

frs. Wade frowned immediately. “That Calvin guy is terrible, isn’t he? Seven years! How many seven years can a girl have? If your father dared to do that to me,

d make sure he’d never have kids!”

hett, speechless.

axter had always known his mother was a force to be reckoned with.

ut he still had doubts. “Aren’t you supposed to think she’s not a good match for me? After all, we come from different backgrounds, and her love life isn’t

xactly spotless.”

Irs. Wade laughed angrily. “You’re no prize either! And you dare to criticize others? She just had one relationship, not a criminal record!”

And it lasted seven years, which shows she’s loyal and committed. What about you? Can you even count your past relationships on one hand?”

Ugh, you’re just a rotten cucumber!”

Why didn’t you inherit your father and my strong genes for loyalty? Maybe the hospital switched you at birth?”

eeing his mother getting more and more absurd, Baxter quickly shut the topic down. “Anyway, it’s still too early to say anything. Don’t rush.”

Well, then you better work hard,” Rhett advised. “This girl seems alright and she’s capable, strong–willed, and, importantly, smart! That’s exactly what you need › balance yourself out.”

azter: “…”

The implying I don’t have a brain?

or Rhett, ability trumped everything.

What does background matter?

f he married a useless rich girl, no matter how big her family fortune was, it’d all be gone in no timet

te learned this perspective from Grayson

I also want to meet her. You better arrange it,” Mrs. Wade grumbled Why was she the only one in the family who hadn’t met her?

Baxter said, “There actually is a chance.”

The opportunity Baxter referred to was Wade Auto Group’s new car launch event

Eliza, as a partner, was naturally invited.

As soon as she arrived at the venue, Baxter greeted her and personally led her to her seat.

Medea had arrived just after Eliza, but Baxter didn’t even notice her.

Medea flashed a sarcastic smile.

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Ever since Baxter started interacting with Eliza, he had become colder toward her.

Eliza must have been stirring things up in between.

How crafty.

Did she think this would let her step into the Wade family?

Dream on!

How could Mr. Wade and Mrs. Wade ever approve of her? Daydreaming!

At this time, Gideon and Calvin entered the room.

Gideon commented, “Why did Medea come in by herself? Why didn’t you wait for us?”

Medea explained, “Calvin said there was wind today, so he asked me to go in first.”

Ah,” Gideon made a face as if he had just shipped them.

Let’s go greet Baxter,” Calvin suggested.

The group made their way to Baxter.

by the time they got there, Baxter had already settled Eliza in. Seeing them approach, he greeted them, “I won’t make a special fuss over you guys. Just make

ourselves at home.”

Gideon replied, “We’re like brothers, no need for pleasantries.”

lefore they could chat for long, Mrs. Wade hurried over and asked, “Where’s Eliza?”

Medea raised an eyebrow.

Ars. Wade’s urgency suggested a good show was about to unfold.

he didn’t know whether Mrs. Wade would directly kick Eliza out of the launch event.

lut considering the two families were partners, some level of face should be preserved.

it least, Mrs. Wade wouldn’t be nice about it.

Mom, you’re going to scare her like this,” Baxter whispered, trying to remind Mrs. Wade.

Ars. Wade forced a smile,

How’s dus? is it kind and approachable?”

…That’s even scarier.”

Mrs. Wade nearly lost her temper. “Move aside, 111 go over and greet her myself.”

diza was flipping through the event brochure when a middle aged woman with a wealthy appearance walked over with a smile and greeted her, “Miss Grant?

Hello,” Eliza, not recognizing her, stood up and shook her hand

Good, good,” Mrs. Wade’s eyes never left Eliza as she complimented her. “Really beautiful

Seeing this, Gideon was confused. “What’s going on with Aunt Wade? It feels like she’s looking at a daughter in law.”

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