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Upon detecting a hint of forced arrogance in her voice, Monte’s heart melted.
He found Eliza too mild-mannered back then, so he was delighted that she now showed her arrogant side.
Indeed, a short separation between a couple could refresh a relationship.
“Fine, don’t tell me. However, don’t get too close with other men behind my back,” he warned sternly. “I think the man who sent you home that night may be interested in you.”
“That was Ryan’s friend.” Charity got in her car while putting on an act for him over the phone. “He was the blind date that Ryan introduced to me a while ago.”
Monte was taken aback by that unexpected reply, and he immediately felt upset, ” Lizzie, are you doing this on purpose? I’ll admit that you’ve made me jealous, terribly jealous.”
Charity was speechless.
Coming across that way was not her intention.
“Lizzie, although I’m not sure who that man is, a friend of Ryan’s is definitely far from a simple person. People who are involved in politics are stricter with their other half. I have seen several politicians whose careers practically ended after marrying female celebrities. Businessmen like us would have it easier as long as we have the ability to earn and provide. Apart from the pressure from our parents, it wouldn’t affect your career at all,” he said gently. “I don’t want you to get hurt again. Do you understand?”
“You don’t have to tell me that. I don’t like him.” Charity fastened her seat belt. “I think he’s too tanned. I like the gentler- looking types.”
Monte was over the moon.
He had that gentlemen’s look.
“I agree. Gentlemen are more considerate.” He giggled softly.
“I have to drive. We’ll talk again soon.” Charity was not in the mood to deal with him.
Once Monte hung up, he walked happily to the presidential suite to meet Hugo.
After the doorbell rang, Hugo opened the door, yawning.
“Young Master Jeffs, where did you go last night? I wanted to invite you to the pub yesterday.”
Monte entered the suite with a huge grin on his face.
“I had dinner with a few of my former classmates.” He smiled and cast Monte a knowing glance, asking, “Why does your face look swollen, Young Master Patterson?”
“Don’t even get me started. My dad punched me in the face.” He rubbed his face lightly and sulked. “I wanted to call off the wedding.”
“Does your dad want Lillian as his daughter -in-law so badly?” Hugo could not have disapproved more. “She spends so carelessly, yet the Tanner family does nothing to stop her. They’re obviously taking advantage of your wealth.”
“My dad doesn’t quite like the way she spends money either.” Monte sighed. ” However, businesses have not been doing as well lately. Young Master Jeffs, regarding the collaboration we discussed earlier…”
“I’ve mentioned it to my dad. He said the Pattersons’ hotels are ranked highly in Australia, so collaborating with your family shouldn’t be a huge issue.” Then, Hugo added pensively, “But, Young Master Patterson, this isn’t Newcastle. What if anything happens?”
“I’m just the middleman trying to earn some commission,” Monte forced a smile. ” Don’t worry. There won’t be any problem. I’ve even set up a company to provide clients with international payment services when the time comes. Besides, we won’t have to do this for long. Once I get all the big accounts tied up with our hotels, they’ll have to work with us in the future.”
“Not bad, Young Master Patterson.” Hugo gave him a thumbs up. “With the courage you possess, I’m certain the Patterson Corporation will develop well under your lead.” “Thank you for your words. I hope so too. “
Only after Monte left did Hugo only dial Cate’s number. “Miss Cox, the fish has taken the bait.”
“That’s good. Thank you, Young Master Jeffs.”
“No worries. It’s my honor to be able to work with you.” Hugo did not forget about his father calling him last night, saying that they had successfully achieved a partnership with the Costner family. His father was so ecstatic that he even showered Hugo with praises.
Hugo had not been praised like that by his father for a long time.
“Don’t say that. The entertainment activities in Neah Bay and Newcastle are similar, so having a partnership will only make our businesses grow bigger,” Cate said and smiled. “We’ll still be counting on you after this.”
“It’s fine. Once Monte starts his operation, I’ll hand you the related information.
When that time comes, you guys will be the ones to report it to the police.”
“Thank you.”
After the call ended, Hugo lit a cigarette in a good mood.
He did not expect that coming to Canberra would get him such surprising gains.
Although he had known Monte for many years, they were not exactly good friends.
At first, Monte offered many benefits to him, and he was hesitating whether to work with the Patterson family or not. Unexpectedly, he got acquainted with Cate and the others through Monte.
Hah!
What was more surprising to him was how close Cate and Eliza were to each other. Then, through Cate, he found out that Eliza was Jewell Corporation’s shareholder and that Eliza was the famous Reborn.
The people of Australia were probably not familiar with the name Reborn. However, that name was well-known to those who had studied abroad in the US.
Thinking back, Hugo found Monte pretty ridiculous to have given up on a girlfriend like Reborn and chose the daughter of the Tanner family, who only knew how to spend money lavishly.
Chester frowned. “She isn’t willing to get a check-up.”
“That’s normal. Many women don’t think they have any problems, especially those who have been hurt before. They’ll even think avoiding contact with the opposite sex will bring them lesser harm. Basically, it’s a type of self-defense.”
Doctor Levin thought about it and gave Chester a complicated glance. “Ahem. Actually, you should keep a distance from that kind of woman if you meet one.”
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Doctor Levin took a deep breath and mustered his courage. As an excellent psychiatrist, he thought he was obliged to rescue that lady. “Those women used to be traumatized by men, and they were harmed by them. If they get hurt in relationships again, their condition might deteriorate. They might even become twisted and extreme. If it’s a serious case, they might self-harm or inflict harm on others. Therefore, I think it’s better for you to stay away from that kind of woman for her sake and your own safety.”
Chester laughed. “Doctor Levin, why don’t you be more straightforward? Just say that a scumbag like me shouldn’t hurt that woman.”
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Doctor Levin shuddered. He felt so awkward that his back was sweating. ” President Jewell, that’s not what I meant…”
“Alright. Don’t say anything more. I understand. The whole of Australia knows that I’m a scumbag. There’s nothing wrong with your words.”
Chester patted Doctor Levin’s shoulder. ” You’re a good psychiatrist.”
Doctor Levin was not like Sarah, who was also a psychiatrist. She did every bad thing possible.
Doctor Levin smiled sheepishly. His heart was all over the place.
Luckily, Chester did not say anything more. He thanked him and left.
At the hospital’s parking lot, Chester tugged on his shirt’s neckline after getting into his car. He felt annoyed.
He suddenly wanted to find someone to talk to.
Chester searched through his contacts. In the end, he could only call Shaun. “Let’s have a drink tonight.”
“I have to inform my wife and see if she allows it,” Shaun said.
Chester gritted his teeth. “Are you a f* eking henpecked man?”
“Did you just find out about it?” Shaun chuckled. “I can’t make my wife unhappy.”
Chester sighed.
Their friendship would surely end one day.
At 8:00 p.m., Shaun only arrived after Chester had sat in the bar for a while.
“If it weren’t for me not having a friend to pour my heart to, I would’ve ended my friendship with you.” Chester poured a glass of wine. With a movement of the tip of his finger, the wine glass slid to Shaun.
“So you’re going to talk to me about what’s weighing on your mind?” Shaun held the wine glass playfully. “Come. Tell me about it.”
“I think I might give up,” Chester said with complicated feelings. “After coming out of prison, I swore to get revenge on Eliza. No woman dared to fool me as she had. After that, she became Jewell Corporation’s shareholder. I found it quite interesting. I’ve never admired any women after meeting so many of them. She’s the first one.”
Shaun let out a tsk. “The signs of falling in love is getting interested in a woman and starting to admire her.”
