Love Me Or Leave Me

CHAPTER 58

Theodore entered with an air of striking handsomeness and aristocratic grace.

The customers in the store couldn’t help but stop their movements, closing their mouths and maintaining silence as they turned their heads toward the man.

The Edwards family truly lived up to their reputation as Maeloria’s top dogs. The tension and respect subconsciously exhibited by everyone in Theodore’s presence represented not only the Edwards family but also

Theodore’s status in Maeloria.

Patrick patted Debra’s hand and quickly greeted him with a smile, “Mr. Edwards.”

His greeting and smile made it seem as if he hadn’t spat in Theodore’s face just a few days ago.

When Theodore saw Patrick, his eyes widened slightly in disbelief. How could this man be here? What was his relationship with the Carter family?

Theodore pondered, his gaze crossing the man to scan the venue, and sure enough, he soon spotted Rebecca

inside.

Theodore’s gaze was intense as he stared at Rebecca.

Debra furrowed her brow, discreetly pulling Rebecca behind her.

Patrick observed everything, smiling as he said, “Mr. Edwards, the seating has been arranged. This way, please.”

“Are you a member of the Carter family?” Theodore stared at Patrick, questioning in a cold tone.

Patrick smiled, “Mr. Edwards, you think too highly of me. Though my last name is Carter too, I’m just a worker for the Carter family.”

He was a worker for his wife, working hard to buy her anything she wanted.

“But I manage most of the Carter family’s business in the country.”

Then, Patrick smiled, “Mr. Edwards, this way.”

Theodore nodded and walked inside.

Jenny held Theodore’s arm, curiously inspecting the decor of the store. She was filled with curiosity about everything in Zentiscape.

With the ribbon–cutting ceremony was about to commence, the host of Carter’s Jewel stood on stage, delivering formal speeches and lengthy accounts of Carter’s Jewel’s history and glory.

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Soon, the staff reminded them that the planned time for the ribbon–cutting was approaching, prompting the host to halt the speech.

“We are delighted to have you all here to participate in the ribbon–cutting ceremony for the opening of Carter’s Jewel branch here. Now, please join me in welcoming our spokesperson, Mr. Charlie

Carter and Ms. Rebecca Mitchell, to lead everyone to the entrance for the official ribbon–cutting ceremony!”

As the host’s words fell, Theodore’s eyes widened once more in surprise. Rebecca was the spokesperson for Carter’s Jewel?

Why?

On what grounds?

Why would Carter’s Jewel choose Rebecca as their spokesperson?

At that moment, Theodore’s gaze shifted to Charlie, who stood beside Rebecca.

His last name was Carter, and the couple accompanying Rebecca was from the Carter family.

Could it be…

Was Charlie part of the Carter family?

Did Charlie grant Rebecca the privilege of being Carter’s Jewel spokesperson because they were in cahoots?

And what about Patrick and Debra? They were clearly the Carter family’s lackeys, so their relentless defense of Rebecca during this time made perfect sense.

After all, the lackeys of the Carter family naturally had to obey their master’s commands.

They were defending Rebecca on behalf of Charlie against the Edwards family.

Theodore pondered, recalling how deliberately Patrick and Debra had bought the villa next to theirs. Did they really purchase that villa, or did it belong to Charlie?

Charlie, being a celebrity, wouldn’t risk exposing himself by buying a house under his own name, especially one meant for…a mistress.

So, was Rebecca actually Charlie’s underground lover?

Did they intentionally buy the house next door to taunt him? Or were they simply too bold in their affair?

Theodore simmered with anger, his gaze almost ablaze. He was tempted to strip Rebecca bare with his eyes to see if she had any semblance of decency left!

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Rebecca had been talking about divorcing him lately. She must be dreaming of marrying Charlie, mustn’t she?

Did she think that divorcing him would pave the way for her to marry Charlie?

What a shameless fool!

Suddenly, Rebecca felt a piercing gaze upon her, and when she turned, she found Theodore staring at her with an almost predatory intensity, like he was about to eat her alive.

At that moment, Rebecca felt as if her throat was being constricted, suffocating her.

“Don’t be afraid.” Charlie’s reassuring voice sounded from beside her.

“Let’s step outside,” Debra murmured, gently guiding Rebecca away.

Hearing Charlie’s comforting words and feeling Debra’s reassuring touch, Rebecca’s fear began to ebb away.

So what if Theodore was there?

She had her parents and brothers by her side; she didn’t need to fear Theodore.

“Be confident. Today is a milestone for us as the spokeperson of Carter’s Jewel,” Charlie encouraged her with a

bright smile, flashing his pearly whites.

Rebecca looked at his infectious grin and felt the weight in her chest lift as she nodded resolutely. “You’re right.”

With her family, they made their way to the front. Amidst the guests‘ curious gazes and the flashing cameras, they cut the red ribbon at the entrance of Carter’s Jewel, heralding its grand opening.

Cameras flashed incessantly as they posed for photos.

Rebecca stood with her family behind the ribbon, smiling confidently as she observed the guests and, notably, This text is © NôvelDrama/.Org.

Theodore among them.

Rebecca’s confidence soared, and they flashed a radiant smile. When the ribbon–cutting ceremony concluded,

they were ushered inside for a break.

As the ceremony ended, the crowd exited the jewelry store and made their way to the hotel for the opening banquet.

Unlike the exclusive ribbon–cutting ceremony with influential figures as their guests, the banquet welcomed a more ordinary range of guests.

And Janet had secured an invitation in that category.

As the ribbon–cutting ceremony concluded and the crowd began to transition to the hotel, Janet finally ar with a regular invitation in hand. With so many ordinary guests around, Janet smoothly passed through t checks and blended into the banquet.

Rebecca, along with her parents and Charlie, were busy greeting guests inside the hall and hadn’t noticed anomalies at the entrance. Therefore, they temporarily remained unaware of Janet’s unexpected presend the gathering.

It wasn’t until Rebecca caught sight of Janet that she paused, momentarily perplexed. How had Janet ma slip in?

Surely, the Carter family hadn’t extended an invitation to the Mitchell family, and Janet couldn’t possibly received an invitation either.

Janet, however, didn’t see her presence as problematic. On the contrary, as she looked at Rebecca, she co help but wonder if Theodore knew about Rebecca’s relationship with Charlie.

Just the thought of Theodore possibly figuring out that something was amiss between Rebecca and Char brought her immense satisfaction.

“Hey, long time no see! Heard you’re the face of Carter’s Jewel now? That’s impressive, congratulations,” approached with a glass of red wine in hand, wearing a smile that concealed her

true intentions.

Rebecca’s smile slowly faded as she turned away, uninterested in engaging with Janet.