The Billionaire Heir Fell for the Wrong Girl (Hathaway Whitmore) novel Chapter 118

Chapter 118

A few days later, Hathaway returned to work.

As soon as she arrived, she spotted some fancy cupcakes, looking absolutely exquisite, right on her dest

“Who bought these?” Hathaway asked with a smile.

Aurelia replied, “I have no idea. They were dropped off by a food delivery guy, but I think there’s a card with them?

Hathaway picked up the card with a smile, but her smile slowly faded as she saw what was written.

It started with: [Hathaway]

She skipped over the rest of the message, and when she saw Mia’s name at the bottom, Hathaway tossed the card into the trash without a second thought.

She told Aurelia to take the cupcakes and share them with the rest of the office.

After tidying up her desk, she turned on her computer.

There had already been an online cleanup operation, and all the photos from the scene with the car had. disappeared.

But in her inbox, Alan and the others had emailed her some photos, checking in on her.

One showed the car with its door wide open, the interior empty, and the exterior still scarred from the crash and fire. By then, she’d already been taken to the hospital.

Over the past few days, there had been barely any photos or videos of the car. But Hathaway remembered it vividly.

After Griffin and Dorian got out, there was still someone inside. Their gaze fixed on her. As black smoke poured from the car, that person stayed put, never once leaving.

In her previous life, Hathaway only knew that the country had lost the Defense Minister, a scientist, and a driver. As for the fourth person’s identity, she never really cared to look into it.

That was someone she’d never heard of in her past life.

And this time, she was more clueless.

But whether that person was real or not, her mission was accomplished Maybe it was all her imagination Hathaway decided to let it go and got back to work.

The morning flew by.

At noon, Avery took Hathaway and Celeste out for lunch at a cozy linte restaurant. Afterward, they went back to the office and dove straight into work.

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At two in the afternoon, Eleanor’s car pulled up outside the office

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When Hathaway got the news, she paused for a moment, caught off guard. She’d thought Eleanor was being polite, never expecting her to actually want to go shopping together.

Hathaway was thinking of saying no, but with Eleanor already downstairs, she couldn’t really refuse now.

Only then did Hathaway realize that Eleanor had also invited Jessica

Eleanor really wanted them to become sisters–in–law, already treating them as if they were her future daughters–in–law

Jeremiah told me you two used to be close friends,” Eleanor said with a smile, “Now that you’ll both be joining the same family, you should get closer and take care of each other.”

Jessica nodded obediently.

Hathaway wished the car would slow down so she could jump out and escape.

When they got to the mall, they headed straight for the luxury boutique. Eleanor, grinning, pulled Jessica over to help her pick out a bag.

She took her time checking out the styles, leaning over to Jessica every now and then. “Look at this color. It matches that dress you wore the other day perfectly. It would look great on you.”

Jessica played along, trying out the bags and chatting with Eleanor. The vibe was really pleasant. Before long. Eleanor settled on a style and had the salesperson wrap it up carefully.

When Eleanor offered to buy a bag for Hathaway as well, Hathaway shook her head and politely turned her down.

“Hathaway, take your time and look around,” Eleanor said warmly. “If you spot something you like, Mrs. Blackwood will buy it for you. No rush, pick whatever catches your eye.”

Even though she said that, Eleanor didn’t bother helping Hathaway choose. Instead, she stood off to the side, focusing on Jessica and chatting with her, leaving Hathaway to browse alone.

Hathaway knew how to play along. She browsed a couple of bags, then told the sales assistant, T’m good for now, no need to trouble you.”

Eleanor didn’t push it. She nodded, then smiled at Jessica. “Let’s go browse some more shops up ahead.”

“Yeah, since we’re already out, let’s enjoy ourselves,” Jessica said.

“Good point,” Eleanor said, linking arms with Jessica, sounding like family “Been busy lately? Your mom called me recently, said she wanted to catch up over coffee.

“Not really, things have been pretty chill, Jessica replied. “My mom always says she misses you. Whenver you’re free, let’s grab a meal together.”

They were chatting away like mother and daughter as they headed out together

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Hathaway trailed behind them.

Jessica couldn’t help wanting to sneak a peek at Hathaway’s expressinn right now, but she resisted the arge and kept her eyes forward.

Once they were outside, Hathaway was about to tell Eleanor she wanted to call it a day, but before she could say anything, they were already heading into another store

Hathaway didn’t follow them in. Instead, she pulled out her phone and called Avery. Call me in ten, no five minutes. Tell me there’s some urgent work stuff and I have to rush back, okay?

“Wait, what’s this? Did Mom rope you into a blind date or something? I didn’t know. Avery teased

Hathaway let out a sigh. “Just do it, Avery. Please?”

She really miscalculated today.

Because she didn’t want to make things awkward for anyone else, now she was stuck in this mess.

While she was still on the phone, Hathaway glanced up and saw Eleanor waving her over. She quickly hung up and walked over.

Eleanor held out a delicate paper bag to Hathaway, her voice warm but leaving no room for refusal. “I happened to spot something that suits you perfectly. It’s a silk scarf, simple and elegant, that goes with anything.

“Hathaway, take a look and see if you like it.”

Hathaway didn’t bother to look. “How much was it? I’ll pay you back.

Don’t be so distant, Hathaway.” Eleanor said.

Just then, a few mall managers recognized Eleanor and quickly came over, all polite and eager, inviting them to the lounge for some refreshments.

Eleanor nodded and, without hesitation, took Hathaway by the arin and led her into a stylish café for

afternoon coffee.

“I brought you two out today so you can hang out and chat more,” Eleanor said gently. “You’ll all be family soon, so you can feel comfortable with each other, and I can relax, too.

Jeremiah told me you two already know each other. That’s great. If there was any awkwardness before because of my son, let’s let bygones be bygones. From now on, you’re part of the family.”

Jessica picked up on it instantly and gave a sweet smile. “Don’t worry. Mrs. Blackwood, I undersand. 1 definitely take care of Hathaway from now on.”

Hathaway couldn’t stand hearing that

“Take care of me? If she doesn’t stab me in the back. I’ll cinder it a blessing, Haiway thought.

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