Chapter 171 Feeling Like Betraying Her
Jerry’s sleep was incredibly light. Without removing his eye mask, he extended a long arm, revealing an innate familiarity with his surroundings as he opened his hand.
With a profound sense of relief, I placed the earplugs into Jerry’s palm. Jerry swiftly inserted the earplugs and promptly returned to his slumber.
o murmur softly.
Avery let out a long sigh of relief, leaned over, and, after a moment of contemplative silence, began to “Hope, I was deliberately trying to annoy Jerry just now. Actually, he’s a really good person.”
“What?” I queried, puzzled by Avery’s sudden disclosure.
Avery rested her head on my shoulder. “I have a bad relationship with my father because his mistress. I hate him for betraying my mother.”
I was taken aback.
Avery continued, “When I was young, I was not in good health and always stayed in the yard without leaving the house. After that incident, I moved out of the Hammer family manor and even blamed Jerry for not leaving with me.”
I lowered my eyes. “He probably matured earlier.”
Avery sighed, her voice tinged with regret. “Later, I realized he was much smarter and more rational than me. Staying was the right way. Otherwise, everything that belonged to my mother and us would have been taken away by the other. woman. I was too naive and impulsive.”
Hearing this, I comforted her, “You didn’t do anything wrong. As long as it doesn’t hurt others, it doesn’t matter how you choose.”
Avery must have been quite young at the time. In youth, how many truly understand complex situations?
Avery shook her head. “No, I was wrong. I moved out, yet continued to enjoy the luxuries provided by the Hammer family’s status–all because Jerry shouldered the responsibilities meant for me.”
I gently rubbed Avery’s head. “But he probably never blamed you.
Jerry seemed indifferent to many things, but it was evident he cherished Avery deeply.
After a moment of silence, Avery suddenly called out to me, “Hope.”
I smiled. “What’s up?”
Avery hesitated for a long time before stammering. “Does Mr. Lewis only like girls like you?”
I was slightly stunned, surprised by Avery’s frankness, and replied calmly, “I’m not sure, but don’t worry. I have made it clear that there will be nothing beyond friendship.”
Avery asked, “Then what are his hobbies…”
Chapter 171 Feeling Like Betraying Her
Jerry suddenly spoke through gritted teeth. “Avery Hammer! Whatever you’re thinking, give it up. Otherwise, I’ll break your legs before he has a chance to sell you.”
His tone was cold and harsh.
Avery recoiled and retorted angrily, “How dare you eavesdrop on our conversation!”
“Who was eavesdropping?” Jerry took off the earplugs and threw them at Avery. “You shouldcomplain to the seller about these crappy earplugs. They’re worse than stuffing your ears with air. At least air wouldn’t hurt.”
Avery stomped her foot in frustration. Jerry’s gaze hardened. “You better heed my warning.”
“Got it!” Avery responded reluctantly and added, “I just think he’s gentle and considerate. If we were to marry, it might be beneficial.”
Jerry’s expression remained indifferent. “Am I doing so poorly that you need to sacrifice your life?”
“Okay, I see.” Avery responsed simply.
However, my intuition told me Avery hadn’t truly given up. She just didn’t want to anger Jerry.
After arriving in Maple Valley, Jerry first took Avery back to the Hammer’s before escorting me to the Harris family
“Hope!” Claire feigned a look of displeasure as she stood up and guided me to the sofa. “The servants can handle these. Sit down, have some coffee, and chat with me. Must you do everything yourself?”
Given their close relationship, Jerry didn’t shy away and nodded. “Yes.”
Claire’s face grew concerned as she turned to me. “He didn’t force you, did he?”
Claire didn’t inquire about it, but she did voice a grievance. “Whether you and Hope are genuine or not, it warms my heart to see you together, Bella probably won’t come back…” Holding back her tears, she looked at Jerry with the demeanor of a caring elder. “Let her stay in my house for the next few days, and you must bring her back to me by ten every night.”
“Claire. Bitterness spread through me at her words.
Claire patted my hand and looked at me seriously. “You’re a girl all alone; it’s not easy. I consider you like a granddaughter and will be your support from now on. Are you willing?”
Not only was I astonished, but even Jerry seemed taken aback by her declaration. His expression briefly turned cold.
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