When There Is Nothing Left But Love novel (Ashton and Scarlett ) novel Chapter 1518

After making the payment, Ashton returned the card to me and expressed his intention to leave.

As Nathaniel was occupied by guests trying to flatter him, Ashton took the opportunity to lead us out through the side door.

The moment Audrey was buckled up inside the car, Nathaniel rushed over and called out, “Ashton, Scarlett, wait.”

“What do you want?” Ashton turned around and asked blandly.

Nathaniel smiled faintly and shifted sideways to allow the assistant behind him to step forward and present the oil painting that was already wrapped in kraft paper.

“My staff are inexperienced. Since you like this painting, just take it with you. You don’t need to pay a single cent. I’ll arrange someone to follow behind your car and deliver the painting to your house, then find a suitable spot to frame it up.”

Having said that, one of the assistants brought a cheque forward and respectfully handed it to Ashton with both hands.

There was nothing odd about bestowing gifts to your own family. In fact, it could strengthen the bond between them, but there was no such bond between us and Nathaniel, to begin with.

Ashton stared unblinkingly at him and parted his lips slightly. “Even brothers need to keep family and business separate. Besides, I don’t like taking advantage of others.”

After that, he swiveled around and got into the car, taking the seat next to Audrey without once looking back. John replicated his actions, pulling open the front passenger door and sliding in. Hence, the atmosphere turned rather awkward.

I was left with no choice but to patiently lighten the situation. “They don’t have anything against you. It’s just how they are. Don’t take it to heart, Nathaniel.”

“Of course.” Nathaniel didn’t seem angry at all. Then, he changed the topic. “Anyway, make sure Ashton enjoys his vacation. I’ll see him at the company.”

At the mention of the company, my expression froze slightly, but seeing that he had no intention to continue speaking, I pursed my lips into a smile and boarded the car.