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She was furious because what Mason was doing was embarrassing her and the Tanner family.
“I’ll look for you tomorrow.”
With so many people around, Mason didn’t want to dwell on the matter further. He then left the scene with Constance.
“Sophie, I’m warning you. Mason belongs to Willa. Don’t you dare harbor any funny thoughts!”
Sophie was speechless. Do I look like I want Mason?
At the same time, Willow was also glaring at Sophie in jealousy. “Sophie, I can let you have everything but Mason. No matter what, I’m keeping Mason for myself.”
“Ms. Tanner, may I know what you mean by that? What are you giving me?” Sophie was amazed by Willow’s shamelessness.
“I can give you everything that belongs to the Tanner family, but I’m not letting you have Mason,” Willow answered.
Those who didn’t know better would probably think that Willow loved Mason deeply, and they might point an accusing finger at Sophie.
“First, everything that belongs to the Tanner family isn’t yours to give, and I don’t need you to go easy on me as well. Second, I don’t care about Mason. If you want him so much, go get him. I have nothing to do with that. Hence, don’t try to stir up trouble.”
With that said, Sophie went straight into the private room.
“Mom, do you see what she did?” Willow looked at Charmaine with a pitiful expression.
Charmaine caressed her face. “There, there. Mrs. Laird has already made up her mind, and she wants you. All you need to do now is make Mason feel the same way toward you. The Laird family is not going to accept Sophie who has an unspeakable past.”
The upper-class society cared about their reputation a lot.
“Let’s go send Mrs. Laird out.”
Right then, Yale couldn’t help but look in the direction Sophie had gone to. I wonder who Sophie is mingling with. There are only so many people allowed in that particular private room in Pegasus Pavilion.
“Mason, things are not going to work out between you and Sophie. Willa is the girl meant for you.”
Constance was certain that Mason and Willow would make a good couple.
“Mom, don’t meddle in my personal matters,” Mason retorted coldly.
Constance was enraged. “I’m your mother! If not yours, whose private matters am I supposed to meddle in? Don’t you know about Sophie’s bad reputation? I’m warning you. Stay away from Sophie. Otherwise, I’ll donate everything the Laird family owns and leave nothing for you.”
Mason knew all along how much his mother hated Sophie. “Okay. I have things to attend to. Find your own ride home.”
Mason still wanted to have a private talk with Sophie.
“Don’t you dare look for Sophie! Otherwise, you’ll be surprised by what I’m capable of.”
Constance had resorted to threatening Mason.
“Mason, where are you going? I can keep you company.”
When Willow came out, she heard Mason saying that he was leaving. Right away, she offered to accompany him.
“That’s not necessary. Go home!”
Willow then queried indignantly, “Mason, did I do anything wrong? Why are you giving me the cold shoulder?”
“You did nothing wrong.”
Mason was annoyed when he saw her expression.
“Let’s go, Willa.”
Constance wanted her to leave because she didn’t want to see Willow getting mistreated.
When Sophie got back to the private room, she sat in her initial seat.
“Is everything okay? Why were you gone for so long, Soph?” Ysabelle was just about to go look for her.
“I’m fine.”
Sophie didn’t want to reveal much.
Dissatisfied, Felix asked, “Belle, are you serious? Sophie had only gone to the restroom. Why would you want to follow her there?”
“What does it have to do with you? It’s none of your business.”
Felix was hurt. What do you mean it’s none of my business? I’m concerned about everything you do!
After the meal, they left the private room.
Sophie and Ysabelle were standing by the roadside while waiting for Tristan and Felix to bring their cars around.
“Soph, the final exam is coming up. What are your plans after the final exam?” Ysabelle asked. Although it’s just a short break, it’s better than none!
“I’m going back to Horington.”
Sophie had unfinished business in Horington. I’ve promised to pay Wings of Light a visit, and I haven’t done that yet. Come to think of it, I still have a lot of things to attend to over there.
“What are you going to do in Horington? Can I tag along?” Even though the winter break would only last for less than a fortnight, Ysabelle was unwilling to separate from Sophie.
“Sophie, we need to talk.”
Suddenly, Mason showed up.
Sophie couldn’t help but frown when she heard his voice. Why is he still here?
Ysabelle looked at Mason curiously. This man is quite good-looking. Upon a closer look, he looks quite similar to Uncle Tristan. However, they possess different auras. This man is gentle and elegant, while
Uncle Tristan is domineering and ruthless.
“Mason, we don’t have anything to talk about,” Sophie said. We should just let bygones be bygones.
“Sophie!” Mason thought Sophie was just throwing a tantrum.
Right then, Tristan arrived in his car, and he shot a glance at Mason.
“Soph, Uncle Tristan is here,” Ysabelle uttered.
“Okay.”
Mason saw Tristan in the car, and he kept sizing Tristan up. Who’s this man? What’s his relationship with Sophie?
“Sophie, we need to have a talk in private,” Mason repeated.
“Mason, I have nothing to do with you, so there’s nothing to talk about. I’m leaving.”
Sophie opened the car door and was about to hop in.
All of a sudden, Mason grabbed her hand and refused to let her leave.
Tristan was infuriated when he saw that. He wants to lose his hand, doesn’t he?
“Must you do this? No matter what, we’re still friends, aren’t we?” Mason asked.
“I’m your friend? I’m not worthy of being your friend, Mr. Mason Laird.”
Sophie pulled her hand away from him aggressively.
“Don’t ever look for me again! You’re disgusting!” After saying those vicious words, Sophie got into the car and closed the car door.
By then, Felix had also arrived, so Ysabelle got into his car as well.
After that, both the cars drove past Mason and left.
Upon seeing that, Mason narrowed his eyes.
Indeed, five years ago, I wavered because of the rumors about her, but I regret it now. Throughout my three years in Anglandur, there wasn’t a single day gone by that I didn’t think of her. In fact, the memories seemed even clearer as time goes by.
That was why he came back, and he was determined to hold on to her this time around. However, how can I forget about how unforgiving Sophie is? Surely, she’s not going to just accept me so easily. Also, I need time to deal with my relationship with Willow. Basically, this time around, I’m not going to believe a word anyone says. I’ll stand by Sophie’s side and not let anyone hurt her.
Sophie was silent as they drove back.
Meanwhile, Tristan was also focused on the road, and neither of them said a word to each other throughout the journey back.
When they finally arrived at Wisteria Apartments, Tristan refused to leave.