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“Since you two are gonna marry, then that five million you promised-“
“You lost your mind before she made any move and messed things up! Alyssa Taylor defeated you and Rosaline with the flick of a finger. How can I help her when there’s solid evidence of her crime?”
Sophia seethed in resentment when all her efforts of raising Liana as her pawn went down the drain. She needed to cut her loss and sever her ties to the Gardners to avoid getting afflicted.
“You can’t just sit back and do nothing! The debtors are knocking on my door every day. My dad’s in a coma. I could barely pay his hospital bills!” Liana shuddered at the thought of those ruthless debtors.
She continued, “Can you at least pay off the debts for me? Just see it as a personal loan. I’ll pay you back when my family’s in a better situation.”
“And what can you offer to pay your debts with?” Sophia was no longer patient with Liana because there was nothing she could gain from the latter.
She smirked and said, “Your brother’s in jail, and your dad is in a coma. There’s no one at the helm of your family.
“The Gardners are an empty shell. Even if I sell you off, I can’t pay your debts with that money. If I were you, I’d buy a ticket to Mosgravia and stay there for good. You are done for in this country.
“Don’t you have a few lovers in Mosgravia? Why not ask them for help?”
Sophia was clearly unwilling to be involved with her niece. She impatiently swatted Liana’s hand away to free herself from the burden.
To Sophia’s dismay, Liana clawed into her arm tightly with a devilish look in her misty eyes. “Aunt Sophia, we were once partners. I listened to you from a young age and ran errands for you. Have you forgotten about that?”
Sophia was seized by panic. “What are you going to do?”
“My reputation is in tatters, and Jeremy hates me now. I have nothing to lose.” Liana’s battered face grew sinister. An anxious and fretful gleam flashed across her eyes.
“If you refuse to help, I will tell Mr. Javier everything you asked me to do over the years.
“I’ll tell him how you groomed me to get closer to Jeremy and how you made me spread the rumors to ostracize him and worsen his mother’s depression, driving her to kill herself… I will tell Mr. Javier and
Jeremy every single detail.
“Look, we are family. Do not force my hand.”
Afterward, Jeremy left the dining hall with a frosty demeanor, leaving Sophia shuddering at the sight of his cold-blooded figure.
At the same time, Javier withdrew his hand from beneath hers and stood up with a stern look. “Jeremy is right. The Gardners brought this upon themselves.
“We, Walsh’s, have helped them many times. It would be abetting evil if I continued to assist them after all their wrongdoings. 1
“You should stop meddling in their family affairs from now on. We need to sever ties with these toxic relatives!” Javier left the table indignantly.
“That’s right. Mom, why do you even care about Liana? Let that bitch sink or swim.” Betty chewed on the steak with puffed cheeks as she expressed her opposition.
“You only know how to eat! What else do you know?” Sophia was gripped by anger. No longer caring about her manners, she threw a dinner roll at Betty.
She had underestimated Jeremy, who was far more stone-hearted than his father. She had no choice but to use her savings to help the Gardners with their debt.
She had shot herself in the foot this time. The thought of her losses pained her heart.
After dinner, Jeremy went to the garage to get his car and drove to Crescent Bay. He didn’t feel as relieved as he had expected after parting ways with Liana.
Ever since he became the heir of the Walsh family, he had hoped to excel in everything. However, it seemed that he had only made a mess of things, from his marriage to his family.
“Ms. Taylor has great skills! I was so terrified, but she calmly took the needles and accurately performed acupuncture on Mr. Newton’s head, immediately relieving the situation!
“I learned that she was an expert in the medical field for the first time. I think she’s just as good as Mr.
Newton’s physician!”
Jeremy took a deep breath and pressed harder on the accelerator. He should have known that Alyssa was a medical expert.
Not only did she save Newton, but she had also once rescued a hotel employee suffering from epilepsy with acupuncture.
Alyssa had made numerous sacrifices for him, including fulfilling her responsibilities as a wife and caring for his family.
For some reason, he felt nothing but irritation toward her in the past. He believed she was being insincere and he had been blind to her many good qualities
Clutching the steering wheel with his right hand, he pressed the other against his stuffy chest. Looking back, he realized Liana was not worth his effort and time. He might have been to Alyssa what Liana had been to him.
Newton was elated upon hearing of Jeremy’s visit. He waited for his grandson in the living room
Although he had never openly expressed his love for Jeremy, he had a deep affection for him nonetheless
This was evident in his appointment of Jeremy as the president of the Walsh Group despite facing opposition.
“Grandpa, how are you feeling these days? Let me know if something doesn’t feel right.”
Jeremy knelt on one knee by Newton’s wheelchair and glanced up at his grandfather. His eyes were clear, bright, and reminiscent of his teenage years.
He further suggested, “Why don’t you move back to Seaview Manor? That way, Mrs. Rosie and I can better look after you.”
“Why would I? Your dad and his wretched wife will only shave years off my life!”
The thought of Sophia gave Newton a headache. He let out an exasperated sigh. “I have sworn not to move back until Javier divorces that woman. I’m fine here. The secret to longevity is to keep them out of sight anyway!”
Jeremy flashed a bitter smile. He felt helpless in front of his stubborn grandfather.
“This villa was home to Mr. Newton and Madam Doris. He’s unwilling to leave because it feels and reminds him of Madam Doris,” the thoughtful Ben explained with a smile.
“Ben, I am increasingly senile, I think. Sometimes, I am delusional.”
Newton turned around and stared at the backyard in a daze. “I once saw Doris singing and tending to the flowers in the backyard. She even smiled at me when I walked up to her.”
“No, Mr. Newton, you’re not senile. Madam Doris must have sensed your deep longing for her. That’s why she’s reluctant to leave and chooses to stay by your side,” Ben comforted the old man.
Jeremy felt a lump in his throat and hung his head with guilt. Newton and Doris had a loving marriage, which gave him hope for a loyal relationship. Hence, he had an obsession with his relationship with Liana.
There were warning signs early in their relationship. They were incompatible and did not have much in common to talk about. Most of the time, he was the one to compromise.
He had been led astray by his desperation to be loved and his fear of losing everything he worked for. In the end, not only did he lose everything, but he also hurt another woman who truly loved him.
“How foolish I’ve been.”
“Grandpa, I’m sorry.” His lashes fluttered as he spoke in a shaking voice.
Newton felt sympathy for his prideful grandson, now riddled with shame and guilt. He sighed and patted Jeremy on the shoulder. “Jeremy, you were just like me when I was younger. I was fussy and stubborn.
“There’s only one difference between us-I was luckier than you in that I fell in love with the right woman. Anyway, I’m glad you have changed your ways.”
“Grandpa, I …”
“I was at fault, too. I shouldn’t have forced you to marry Allison. Nothing good comes from force. From now on, you and Allison should pursue whomever you love.
“I must have put Allison in a tough place, forcing her to be with a man who doesn’t love her back.”
Newton put on a straight face and instructed Ben, “Ben, show me a list of bachelors who are a good match for Allison. Since I have too much time on my hands, I’ll bring her on blind dates when she’s free.
“I do not want to see her love life on pause after the divorce. That would trouble me to no end.”
“Uh? Oh… Sure, Mr. Newton,” Ben responded, seemingly amused and caught by surprise.
Newton’s remark reminded Jeremy of the scene where Jameson presented the roses to Alyssa under the sunset. He clenched his fists, slowly drowning in bitterness and remorse.
Jeremy left Crescent Bay after a good chat with Newton.
“Sir, I know you’re eager to see Mr. Jeremy back with Ms. Taylor. So, why introduce potential suitors for
Ms. Taylor?” Ben sounded baffled.
“I know my grandson like the back of my hand. He would not listen to me nagging at him to get back with
Allison.”
Newton narrowed his eyes, looking sly and impish. “I’ll play on his possessiveness and make him feel threatened. Only then will he realize who he truly loves.”
After a tumultuous period, the chaos finally died down.