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Chapter 2
Chapter 2
After Liam left, Cynthis looked down at the business card in her hand–Liam Sullivan, the CEO of Sullivan Group. Though Cynthia hadn’t paid. much attention to this area, she had heard of Liam, who was decisive and ruthless, and since taking over Sullivan Group upon reaching adulthood, he had turned it into a leading national enterprise in just a few short years..
Spending a night with such an excellent man was enough to make most people lose their heads with joy, but Cynthia was not one who dreamt of clinging to the coattails of the wealthy. Therefore, she didn’t take Liam’s words to heart.
She composed herself, tossing the card carelessly onto the bed as she stood to get dressed.
Liam left the hotel and went straight back to the Sullivan residence, where his grandparents, Jasmine and David Sullivan, were waiting for him with some tonic soup ready. Seeing him return, they eagerly served up the soup. “Quick, drink it while it’s hot.” This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.
come out. They were certain something
The old couple was brimming with joy, having witnessed a girl enter Liam’s room the night before and not come must have happened between the two young singles staying under one roof
Liam wrinkled his brow, glancing at the bowl of soup, and then at his grandparents. With conviction, he stated, “My room door was locked by you two last night.”
Ever since their son and daughter–in–law had passed away, these two had devoted all their attention to Liam.
1. n. Since he came of age, they had been pressing him to find a girlfriend and to start thinking about giving them great–grandchuldren. They often did things that were laughable yet
endearing, and there wasn’t much he could do about it except escape abroad.
This time, knowing Jasmine was unwell, Liam hurried back to the country, only to find himself entangled in such a situation upon his return
Hearing Liam’s remark, the elderly couple exchanged looks, eyes darting around guilty.
Liam sighed and, holding his breath, drank the dark soup in one go.
Jasmine and David exchanged a secretive glance.
“I told you something happened last night.”
“See1 Drained his strength. He finished the whole bowl.
Putting the empty bowl down, Liam warned, “No more schemes in the future.
“When will I get to see my granddaughter–in–law? Jasmine eagerly inquired.
Liam rubbed his temples in frustration, his voice deep. “If you want a granddaughter–in–law, behave yourselves”
Jasmine raised an eyebrow. It seemed there was hope, as previously, Liam wouldn’t even acknowledge these sorts of conversations, let alone drink the tonic soup
Cynthia tidied up and went straight back to the Larson residence. She intended to confront her father, but as soon as she reached the doorstep, she got blocked by Roseanne, her sister from her father’s other marriage, and Roseanne’s mother, Felicia.
“Cynthia, where did you go last night? Roseanne leaned against the doorframe with a mocking tone.
Cynthia wasn’t in the mood to deal with them; she was determined to find her father and get some answers. “Where’s Dad?” she asked directly. “Don’t you dare ask about Dad. If it weren’t for you running away last night, would Dad be out there apologizing to others?” Cynthia frowned.
Roseanne continued to chastise her arrogantly. “Dad said you should kneel right here at the doorstep and wait for him to return. If this investment goes south, you’ll have a lot to answer for.
The more Cynthia listened, the colder her heart grew. But she wouldn’t easily believe the words of these two. She needed to confront her father face to face.
“Out of my way, Cynthia said, her expression turning icy.