Too Much to Bear, My Love novel Chapter 482

Charlie and Elizabeth were displeased to learn that Cassie had gone looking for Oscar again.

June deliberately mentioned to Elizabeth, “Mrs. Yard, I saw that Amelia has returned. I wanted to say something when she and Oscar humiliated Cassie, but Cassie didn't want me to interfere. I'm Cassie's boyfriend, yet she assumes that I'm scheming against your family. Since she doesn't want me interfering, I hope you can help keep an eye on Amelia.”

Elizabeth's face fell when she heard that.

“Didn't she leave already? Why has she returned?” Elizabeth asked through clenched teeth.

“Don't get too worried. I'll look into it. Cassie hasn't gone to find Oscar these past two years, but she did so as soon as Amelia returned. I'm just afraid that woman said something to Cassie. She's a vicious woman.” June's eyes glittered dangerously for a moment, but he quickly put on a gentle look.

“You have to investigate thoroughly. Don't let Cassie venture down a path of no return. That Amelia is a harbinger of misfortune. Cassie is already suffering so much because of her, yet she still wants to drag Cassie down with her. I knew she was bad news from the very beginning,” Elizabeth spat out, her voice dripping with hatred.

It was as if she was blaming everything on Amelia. From her perspective, it if had not been for Amelia, Cassie would not have ended up living such a miserable life.

“Rest assured that I won't spare anyone who wants to harm Cassie. I'll have someone investigate Amelia's background first,” said June.

“Thank you so much. We're sorry to have to trouble you.”

“If it's for Cassie, I'm willing to do it.”

“You're such a good person. We've spoiled Cassie too much. Instead of understanding what we're doing is for her own good, she insists on hanging around that person who embarrasses her. Her brain is so befuddled she can't think straight.”

At that, Charlie piped up, “That's enough. You shouldn't keep harping on that. Cassie hasn't had it easy these past two years either.”

Elizabeth turned to glare at Charlie and snapped, “Cassie wouldn't have ended up like this if you hadn't been so tolerant of the Clintons. You think the world of your old flame, but has Olivia ever paused to think about the relationship between you two?”

“You're absolutely preposterous,” Charlie retorted as he got up from the sofa, flustered. Then he went upstairs as well.

Elizabeth was seething with rage.

“Fine! Leave! If you're going to leave just like that, I should too. Who cares if this family crumbles? All of you can't seem to forget about the Clintons. I'm like an outsider here.” Brimming with resentment, Elizabeth got up and left too. June was the only person left in the big living room.

June's lips curled into a mocking sneer.

To me, both of them are a couple of dumb animals. I'm beginning to wonder how Mr. Yard ever managed a company. As for Mrs. Yard, there's clearly not much going on upstairs. I wouldn't get myself involved in this mess if not for Cassie.

Nonetheless, he was starting to get a little curious about Amelia.

I wonder what it is about her that caught the attention of Oscar, someone who doesn't easily fall for a woman's charms. Oscar spent two whole years searching for her, then used a lot of effort and resources to find her a pair of suitable corneas... I'm curious to know what kind of woman she is. I highly doubt her face could launch a thousand ships. At best, she's probably slightly more attractive than the average woman. How could a woman who only has her looks going for her capture the fascination of a virtuous man?

June truly wanted to know.

Hence, when Amelia and Rory were on their way out for lunch, Amelia was slightly surprised to see June leaning against his car.

June walked up to Amelia and asked in a gentlemanly tone, “Pretty lady, care to join me for a meal?”

Amelia racked her brains for any memory of June but came up with nothing. She was sure that she had never met him before.

“Who are you?” she asked indifferently.

“Pretty lady, you'll find out who I am if you agree to have a meal with me,” June responded with a friendly smile.

He's handsome, elegant, and patient with a lady. He's like a true twentieth-century gentleman.

“I don't usually eat with strangers because although one may appear to be a gentleman, that person could be a veritable wolf in sheep's clothing. Allow me to ask, who would agree to dine with a wolf?”

Amelia kept her tone light, but she radiated an indubitable aura.

“Let's go, Rory,” said Amelia.

June stepped in front of them, blocking their path. “Ms. Winters, I'm Cassie's fiancé. I'd like to talk to you. Would you be so kind as to spare me some of your time?”

Stunned, Amelia finally turned to Rory and said, “Go ahead and have lunch first. I'll have a little chat with this gentleman.”

Rory nodded, knowing not to press for details.

June motioned toward the car. “Please get in, Ms. Winters. I've discovered a good restaurant. I think their food would be to your liking.”

Amelia got into his car.

June drove them to a retro-inspired restaurant. There, the waiter led them to a tiny private room.

Passing Amelia the menu, June said smilingly, “Ladies first. A gentleman would never embarrass a pretty lady.”

Amelia merely shot him a polite smile without saying anything.

After placing their order, June extended a hand toward Amelia. “I'm June. I've also come up with a new name for myself—John Wick. That's because I love those movies. You can call me by either name.”

Amelia nearly spat out the sip of water she just took.

However, she quickly covered her mouth and avoided making a faux pas.

If someone intentionally tries to get close to you, that person either likes you or harbors some hidden agenda. Amelia was not so vain to think that a handsome foreigner would fall for her after meeting her for the first time. She was usually calm and composed when dealing with people she did not know well, thus allowing her to see the big picture.