Ch. 1221..1230

Chapter 1221

“Job description: the deputy general manager of Phoenix Group.”

Ah, so this is why! I was just wondering why Jason asked me the name of Fabian’s company. It turns

out that the people who weaved this lie actually gave me a post in Fabian’s company. Ah well, that

can’t be helped since his company is renowned!

Hmm… deputy general manager, huh? Not bad, but I think they should have given me the post of the

vice president instead. Otherwise, how could I possibly have two hundred million? It looks like they

made a mistake here…

Huh? Wait a minute! What company was it again? Phoenix Group? Could it be that Fabian actually…

As she was contemplating that matter, Jason’s voice drifted into her ears. “You can look further. There’s

even a video clip at the back.”

Upon hearing that, Hannah quickly scrolled further on and clicked on the play button to start playing the

video clip.

Helen didn’t notice the video clip when she was looking through the cell phone earlier, so she now

leaned close to Hannah to watch it with her. “Wow! Fabian is so handsome!” Helen exclaimed loudly.

Conversely, Hannah’s expression suddenly turned solemn, and she asked Jason, “This two hundred

million is for real?”

In response, Jason nodded wryly. “Of course, it is.”

“But I don’t have two hundred million!” Hannah hastily countered.

Smacking his lips, Jason then retorted, “Not only do you have two hundred million, but you might even

have up to billions!”

“Huh? When did my sister become so rich?” Helen gaped at Hannah even as a predatory look

manifested on her face, and she almost salivated.

“I don’t have that amount of money!” Hannah swiftly shook her face with an innocent expression.

“Well, Fabian’s company is worth more than ten billion!” Jason riposted indignantly.

“But I don’t have money,” Hannah argued.

“You’ve got him instead!” Jason appeared a tad impatient at that point.

“That’s right!” Helen seconded.

Hannah, however, nodded thoughtfully before again shaking her head in the next moment.

Hmm? That’s not right!

All of a sudden, realization dawned, and she abruptly got what he meant. Her mouth dropped open in

astonishment. “You’re saying that Fabian donated two hundred million in my name?”

“Yup! Otherwise… Otherwise, why would I have come over to look for you in such high spirits?” Jason

affirmed even as he threw Helen an aggrieved look.

Uh… It looks as though he truly came over to share this news with us, so I-I seem to have

misunderstood him.

Glancing at him in slight embarrassment, Helen sheepishly murmured, “Uh… Jason, it seems that I’ve

misunderstood you, so please don’t take it to heart.”

“Hmph!” There was still lingering anger within Jason despite her apology. She hurled fruits at me,

relegating me to a pathetic state, so how could she just wipe the slate clean with a mere apology? If I

truly let it go just like this, what would others think about me?

“What about this?” he growled at her as he pointed at his head that was hit earlier.

“Um…” Knowing that she was in the wrong in that matter, Helen promptly stretched out her petite hand

and gently massaged his head while flashing him a sweet smile. “Jason, I didn’t know better and hurt

you, but you won’t take offense at me, yes? Besides, I didn’t know about it, did I? I thought you were

making fun of me.”

“Hmph!” Jason harrumphed coldly. Despite his unyielding manner outwardly, he was actually over the

moon at her mortified expression.

Weren’t you even planning to lob a durian at me just now? What’s with the humble expression now?

“Well, I can forgive you, but you’ve got to promise me something.” Lifting his head, Jason stared at her

while negotiating terms with her.

Now that I’ve told her about Fabian donating money in Hannah’s name, I naturally can’t use that as a

bargaining chip anymore. However, I can seize this opportunity to blackmail her since she has

misunderstood me!

“Huh? What are your terms?” Helen hastily queried instead of agreeing right away. I’ve always been at

odds with him, so I’ll be on the losing end if he were to ask for something ridiculous!

“This shouldn’t be too difficult for you.” Jason was already wearing a sly smile then. At that sight, Helen

inwardly cursed him out. If it weren’t for the fact that I wronged him, I would’ve long since strode up and

slapped him twice across the face!

 

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“In the future, you’ve got to respectfully address me as Jason instead of calling me by my full name and

prioritize me in everything,” Jason stated mildly as he looked at Helen.

In fact, he even wanted to add on to that, but on second thought, he decided not to go too far. If I

antagonize her because of that, it won’t do me any good either. In that case, I won’t recoup any of my

losses!

Utter irritation swamped Helen at his demand. But I did went overboard earlier, so it’ll seem rather

unreasonable if I don’t agree. Gritting her teeth, she thought, Fine, I’ll just address him respectfully.

He’s older than me anyway, so I won’t lose anything. As for prioritizing him… we’ll see how it goes.

“Well… okay!”

Exhilaration inundated Jason the moment he heard that. At the thought of her having to address him

respectfully when she saw him in the future, he couldn’t help feeling smug. Ah, all the pelting I suffered

hadn’t been in vain, after all!

Helen, on the other hand, wore an expression of defeat and was feeling exceedingly chagrined.

“When did this happen?” Hannah asked Jason at that time after having snapped out of her

astonishment.

“Huh? I’ve forgotten when exactly it was, but the date is written there,” Jason answered smilingly, still

looking very much proud of his own brilliance.

However, a trace of suspicion crept into Hannah when she glimpsed the date there.

Hmm? It was something recent? Why didn’t I know about that?

At the same time, she inwardly chastised Fabian. Why didn’t you tell me anything about this? If it

weren’t for Jason, I would still be in the dark right now.

“Do you know why he donated to charity in my name?” she then inquired of Jason.

She couldn’t quite understand his motives. If he merely wants to donate to charity, why didn’t he do so

in his own name? Why must he go to the trouble of using mine? But if it’s for some other reason, why

didn’t he tell me? This isn’t anything bad.

“I’m not quite sure about this. Maybe he wanted to propel you into the limelight?” Jason replied with his

gaze on her even as his lips curved into a smile. “Speaking of that, Fabian is really generous to donate

two hundred million all at once.”

Nevertheless, bitterness subsequently blanketed Hannah’s face. What on earth is Fabian Norton

doing? I’ve finally been promoted with an increase in pay and could finish paying him back the money I

owe him earlier, but look what has happened now. I now owe him another two hundred million! Argh! I

really don’t know how long it’ll take me to pay him back. Judging from my current financial capability, it’ll

take me a few centuries even if I don’t eat or drink! Ugh! It seems that I’m destined to owe him in this

lifetime!

She couldn’t help heaving a sigh inwardly.

When Helen noticed her sister’s silence and the lack of happiness on her face, she was baffled. This is

a good thing, so why I do feel as though she has turned a touch downcast instead?

She was just about to blurt out that question as she stared at her sister, but the click of the door

opening cut her off.

“I’m back, Hannah! How could there be no one here when you’re sick now?” A cheerful female voice

resonated in Hannah’s hospital room.

It went without saying the person who barged in was Lyna who had gone out to eat just now. And

following behind her was Felicia. As for Leo, he was busy with his own matters, so he didn’t come over

again.

Felicia seemed to be feeling a tad guilty about having kicked Hannah out of the family back then, and

she treated her very well. While she didn’t say anything of the sort, she came to visit her at the hospital

whenever she had time while also bringing a lot of supplements.

Unbidden, a trace of delight showed on Hannah’s face, for she had actually never expected Lyna to be

so good to her. She beamed brightly.

Before she had even said anything, Jason, who was at the side, blurted ahead of her, “Why are you

here?”

Jason had been wondering who would be coming to visit Hannah when he heard the voice. But when

he lifted his eyes, he was greeted by a stunningly beautiful woman who had argued with him

downstairs that morning.

Hannah’s curiosity was piqued upon seeing Jason’s intense reaction. Hmm? Is he acquainted with

Lyna? Don’t tell me there’s bad blood between them?

 

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“Oh, it’s you, young lad!” Lyna was likewise extremely surprised upon seeing Jason, but she was a

person who socialized a lot, so she wasn’t a hothead like him.

As soon as she spotted him, her mind began whirring at warp speed. He’s now in Hannah’s hospital

room, and he even came to the hospital even earlier than I did this morning, so he must have a close

relationship with her.

She knew that she couldn’t afford to make an enemy out of Hannah right now, so she was all smiles

with Jason.

“Stop acting like we are close!” A ball of anger blazed within Jason. He had wanted to lay into Lyna

when he bumped into her today, but he was on a mission entrusted by Fabian, so he had no choice but

to retreat. But things are different now! Fabian isn’t here, so no one can control me now!

“Jason! How could you talk to Lyna like that? Hurry up and apologize to her!” Hannah chastised, hoping

that he would listen, as she inwardly exclaimed, This is bad!

However, Jason said nothing, merely twisting his head to the side in utter reluctance. If it were

someone else saying that, I would’ve torn her ages ago!

“Jason is still young and doesn’t know better, so please don’t take it to heart,” Hannah said to Lyna with

a smile. She felt rather embarrassed by Jason’s behavior since Lyna was here to visit her.

“No, no, it’s fine.” Despite the fury within Lyna, she wore a smile on her face though the smile appeared

exceedingly strained.

Meanwhile, Fabian, who was currently in the president’s office, placed the documents down onto the

table and started tapping his fingers on the tabletop rhythmically in contemplation. A while later, he

slowly got to his feet and walked over to the window. As he gazed out at the bustling city, the corners of

his mouth lifted.

“Never had I expected to be bewitched by this dumb girl.” He shook his head, but a smile that was an

embodiment of his tenderness appeared on his face. At some point in time, my life has actually

changed because of Hannah Young!

After an indeterminate time, he gathered his wits about him. Snagging his jacket from his chair and

draping it over his arm, he then walked out.

“Head to Norton Residence,” Fabian murmured placidly after getting into the car even as his eyes

glinted.

Earlier, he had already decided that he wanted to have Hannah be his woman legally.

At that, the driver was a touch perplexed. Why does Mr. Norton seem like an entirely different person

today? He even seems to have spoken in a much gentler tone!

Soon after, the car gradually came to a stop in front of an exquisite courtyard. There were two sizeable

words in flamboyant print on the ancient-looking signage above the door: Norton Residence.

After opening the car door, Fabian looked up at the signage. Then, he strode in on his long and slender

legs.

“Welcome back, Mr. Norton,” someone greeted as soon as he stepped into the house.

Inclining his head a fraction, Fabian inquired, “Is my mother home?”

“Yes. Madam is in the living room.”

Flashing the person a smile, Fabian then walked in.

“I’m home, Mom,” he called out into the room the moment he pushed open the door.

“Oh, you’ve finally got the time to visit me, Mr. Norton,” a disgruntled voice retorted from within the

room. A person was sitting on the sofa in the living room, and it was none other than Fabian’s mother,

Heather.

“What are you implying, Mom? Aren’t I here to visit you as soon as I’m done with my work?” Fabian

said to his mother with a chuckle.

“Oh, really? Are you saying that I should thank you for taking the time to accompany me despite your

busy schedule?” Heather riposted, unwilling to relent.

Fabian was rendered speechless by her remark. She’s obviously feeling irked because I haven’t been

back in a long while.

“How could you say that, Mom? I’ve got to take good care of the business Dad left me, no? I can’t just

disregard company matters,” Fabian argued in return.

“Hmph! You’re always using your father as an excuse when he had never been like you in the past!”

Heather countered, not at all taken in by his excuses. However, she then relented considering his

excellent attitude. “Ah, never mind. I’ll forgive you since you came back to visit me, but make sure that

you don’t do it again.”

 

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Upon hearing that, Fabian hastily concurred, “Yes, yes, you’re right. I won’t do it again. Never again will

I ever do that again.”

If Hannah were to see Fabian at that very moment, she would definitely tease him. After all, no one

knew that the man, who remained high and mighty wherever he went, would have such a timid side to

him.

After they had talked for a bit, Heather asked, “Why didn’t that daughter-in-law of mine come with you

this time?”

When Fabian glimpsed a flash of irritation on his mother’s face, he hurriedly explained, “Hannah…

Hannah has been hospitalized, and she doesn’t know about me coming back either.”

“Huh? Hospitalized? What happened?” Heather promptly demanded. Although she didn’t quite like

Hannah as a daughter-in-law back then, she couldn’t outstubborn her son. Now, however, she had

acknowledged her as her daughter-in-law and even given her the family heirloom bracelet.

A burst of joy infused Fabian when he noticed the concern on his mother’s face, and he was naturally

elated that the two most important people in his life were getting along well. Subsequently, he told her

about everything that had happened to Hannah in the past two days.

“Never had I expected that this daughter-in-law of mine is actually descendent of the Blackwood

family.” Heather couldn’t help sighing after listening to him, making it evident that she was indeed

aware of the incident regarding the Blackwood family that had spread through the city like wildfire back

then.

“Yeah, I was very surprised as well. I only knew about it when Leo Blackwood sought Hannah out.”

Heather shook her head even as she asserted, “Her family background won’t change a thing, I won’t

object to it as long as you like her.”

When Fabian heard that, a weight was instantly lifted off his shoulders. Honestly speaking, he was

afraid that his mother would be bothered about Hannah’s identity.

“You’re such a wise woman, Mom!” he lauded at once.

“Okay, that’s enough. Stop trying to butter me up. You’re making me sound as though I was an imbecile

in the past.”

In truth, Heather was very glad that Phoenix Group had become the leading business entity in the

country under her son’s meticulous management. Many of their businesses were linked to the

government, so they naturally didn’t need a political marriage to consolidate their position.

Of course, it’ll be the icing on the cake if Fabian marries someone of similar social standing, but it’s

also good for him to marry someone who makes him happy. After all, it’ll be his reward for being so

smart and capable!

Abruptly changing the subject, Heather asked, “Oh yes, have you notified Hannah’s family? You can’t

drag your feet on this matter anymore.”

He’s not young anymore, and the Norton family is quite a prominent family, so I’m rather embarrassed

to always have a certain question directed at me. Plus, tons of people want to marry into the Norton

family. Every single day, ladies from one family or other seek me out and promote their daughters in

front of me, giving me a pounding headache!

Chuckling, Fabian replied, “Mom, I came back this time to discuss this exact matter with you. I’ve

already talked to Hannah’s parents, so the only thing left is having the two families meet.”

“Hmph! What’s so great about you, snotty kid? If it weren’t for the fact that I didn’t want to arouse

Hannah’s suspicions, I would’ve hauled you over the coals and taught you a lesson!” Lyna groused as

soon as she left Hannah’s hospital room, making it clear as day that she was exceedingly pissed off

with Jason.

“Okay, that’s enough. There’s no need to get angry over a kid,” Felicia mollified beside her.

“Mom, do you think Fabian’s mother will suddenly change her mind? The marriage between us was

decided by the two of you more than a year ago, after all, and it hadn’t been brought up again in such a

long time. Could it be that she has already forgotten about it?” Lyna questioned in a diffident tone.

In reality, her outstanding beauty wasn’t the only reason she was so certain that she would be Fabian’s

woman. Most importantly, it was because her mother once had an agreement with his mother to have

them join hands in marriage.

 

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At that time, Fabian was a rakehell who flirted with countless women after being dumped by Vivian, yet

not at all serious about any of them. It so happened that Lyna was one of them.

Lyna was a scheming person in the first place, so she naturally wouldn’t miss such a golden

opportunity. As such, she urged her mother to bring her to Fabian’s house every day. When Felicia

proposed the marriage, Fabian’s mother readily agreed to have her son leave his indiscriminate

relationships behind sooner besides seeing that Lyna had quite an extraordinary aura and made a

good match for her son.

It was only some time ago that Fabian told her mother about him getting married, but Fabian’s mother

had never once mentioned anything about it.

“Uh… I don’t think so. No matter what, she was the one who agreed to the marriage back then, so how

could she have forgotten about it?” Felicia’s brows furrowed slightly. She had never contemplated the

problem her daughter mentioned, much less be prepared for it, so her tone was extremely sceptical.

“This can’t do. I think we should make a trip over to Norton Residence in a day or two to sort things

out,” Lyna declared guiltily. Nonetheless, resentment brimmed within her.

After all, she had been up on cloud nine back when Fabian’s mother agreed to the marriage. But just

then, a stark feeling of dread rose within her when she recalled the disparate manner in which Fabian

treated her and Hannah.

“Hmph! You’re calling yourself my sister, Hannah Young? Just wait and see how I’m going to torture

you when I’ve married into the Norton family!” she grumbled again before leaving with Felicia.

Meanwhile, Hannah felt as though she was walking on air after several such days continued for her.

During the past few days she had been hospitalized, she suddenly felt that she was the luckiest person

in the world with so many people loving her.

The Young family took meticulous care of her, Winson was particularly close to her, while Leo and Lyna

inquired after her well-being. Helen and Jason, on the other hand, were like two clowns who amused

her greatly.

As for Fabian, he was absolutely perfect, having moved his bed over from the very night she was

hospitalized and stayed with her. Even Felicia was showing her concern albeit silently.

During these few days, Xavier naturally came over often as well. However, Hannah felt sorry for him

since Fabian mocked him every single time. Even if Fabian wasn’t there, he was still derided by Helen

and Jason, which had her feeling awkward for him.

Sometimes, she even felt that his tenacity played a large part in the successful management of his

company.

Speaking of that, it was amusing how the two clowns – Helen and Jason – who usually bickered

nonstop suddenly took the same stance when confronted with Xavier and put up an incredibly united

front.

“Hannah, both you and Winson are almost recovered now, so you two can be discharged from the

hospital tomorrow,” Fabian stated mildly as he looked at the few occupants in the hospital room after

having stepped in from outside.

“That’s great! I can finally be rid of this awful place! Hannah, you’ve got to go shopping with me after

you’re discharged tomorrow. These few days have been driving me crazy! If you were to stay for any

longer, I think I would ended up in the hospital bed beside you.” Upon hearing that Hannah was going

to be discharged, Helen was far more ecstatic than the person in question.

“Okay, okay, whatever you say goes after I’m discharged. You can shop or have fun to your heart’s

content!” Hannah couldn’t help feeling happy as well when she saw the delight on her sister’s face.

“Hannah, I remember that Fabian promised to bring us back to Mom’s hometown. I wonder…” Winson

hastily asked when he heard that he was going to be discharged soon. He had long since wanted to

visit his mother’s hometown, but he had never been able to make the trip since no one in the

Blackwood family was willing to go with him.

“Well, Fabian definitely won’t lie to you. Since he said he’ll bring you there, he’ll certainly do so.”

 

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After answering Winson, Hannah shifted her gaze to Fabian. “Right?”

Upon hearing that, Fabian mulled it over for a moment. Hannah’s mother’s hometown isn’t far from

here, and it’ll take about two hours by car. Since they’re both so eager, I’ll just bring them there today

itself. Anyway, they’re almost fully recovered.

“Of course. If you two want to go, I can bring you there today,” he assured the two people, whose eyes

were gleaming with anticipation.

“Really? Yay! When are we setting out?” Hannah exclaimed happily, not looking the slightest bit sick

anymore.

In truth, she had wanted to visit the place a long time ago. When her brother had first described it to

her, she had fervently hoped that they would recover quickly. And today, her wish had finally come true.

“I want to go, too!” Helen, who was at the side, immediately chimed in out of fear that her sister would

leave her behind.

“Me, too!” Jason interjected, not wanting to be left out.

“Alright, we’ll all go. We’ll set out after lunch,” Fabian proclaimed smilingly as he looked at them. At the

same time, mild curiosity bubbled within him. Is Hannah’s mother’s hometown really as great as

Winson described? Or was it merely his imagination after hearing about it from his mother?

Meanwhile, at the dining table in Blackwood Residence’s dining room, Lyna started a conversation with

Leo who was eating.

“Dad, I’d like you to negotiate a marriage for me.”

The moment Leo heard his, he almost choked. After coughing a few times, he asked, “A marriage?

You’ve got a boyfriend? Why didn’t I know that? And do you really know everything about him? What’s

his identity? And don’t you think you’re going too fast?”

“You’ve always been busy with your business, so how would you have the time to pay attention to this

daughter of yours? You’ve finally got some time now, but you’re spending it all on your son! Hmph! At

times, I even wonder if I’m truly your biological daughter!” Lyna griped huffily without answering a single

question out of the volley of questions.

In the face of her complaint, Leo knew that he hadn’t got a leg to stand on since he had indeed shown

her little concern. However, he was adept at sweet talk to mollify his daughter after having experienced

much of life. “Well, I’m indeed at fault in this matter. I’ve been so focused on making more money for

your dowry that I neglected other aspects. Don’t take offense at me, okay?”

“Hmph! You’re all talk!” Lyna groused, pouting. Then, she went back to business. “Actually, the

marriage I want you to negotiate for me is with Fabian Norton, the president of Phoenix Group.”

“What? Fabian Norton?” Leo was greatly stunned upon hearing that, and he was at a complete loss as

to when his daughter had gotten together with Fabian.

“What’s with the extreme reaction?” Lyna huffed in chagrin when she saw his reaction.

“How could it be him?” Leo couldn’t shake off the feeling that Fabian’s relationship with his youngest

daughter, Hannah, was that of an intimate nature. While they both denied it and claimed that they were

merely friends, he felt that it was a blatant lie. Thus, he didn’t believe that at all.

“Why not? Our daughter is already grown up, yet you don’t even spare her any mind. Aren’t you afraid

that she’ll stay a spinster forever?” Felicia was aggravated upon recalling how she had busted her ass

to cinch the marriage between Lyna and Fabian, yet Leo had never shown the slightest bit of concern.

“Hah! Lyna would never be a spinster when she’s such a beauty! That’s a groundless fear!” Leo,

however, felt that everything Felicia had been doing was superfluous. Considering Lyna’s beauty and

family background, finding someone with a similar social standing is certainly no problem if she isn’t

aiming to marry above her station!

“Hmph! That’s you! You’re all talk! Am I not doing all this so that Lyna can have a better match? I’ve

bustled about for a long time and expended all my saliva to talk Fabian Norton’s mother into agreeing

to this marriage. If you’re unwilling to go, I’ll go by myself!”

In the face of Leo’s attitude, utter frustration seized Felicia. I’ve done all the legwork, and the only thing

left now is to bring it up again, yet he’s not willing to go! Fine, then! I’ll go myself!

 

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“Well, we…” Leo stopped abruptly when’s he realized what she meant. “What did you say? Fabian’s

mother agreed to the marriage?”

His jaw hung open in surprise at the sudden good news.

“Of course. If Fabian’s mother didn’t agree to the marriage, I wouldn’t have asked you to go to her to

discuss the marriage,” answered Felicia exasperatedly.

A wicked gleam appeared in Leo’s eyes. He narrowed his gaze and started calculating the possibility of

cooperation with Phoenix Group. If Fabian becomes my son-in-law, my company will expand swiftly!

“Will you come with me or not? If you won’t, I’ll go there alone. But if you don’t show up, Fabian will

think you look down on him. He won’t help your company.”

Felicia knew what Leo was planning, so she said that on purpose.

“Of course I will go. I can do anything for my daughter’s happiness,” Leo announced as though he was

doing it for Lyna’s sake.

After their meal, the driver was already waiting for Fabian downstairs as per his order.

Fabian had ordered his driver to drive his Lincoln limousine as there were five of them. Hannah and

Winson had just recovered, so they would feel comfortable in the limousine.

Soon, Fabian walked out of the hospital with Hannah and the others behind him. Both Hannah and

Winson had changed out of their hospital gowns and were wearing their own clothes. They seemed to

be in great spirits.

“Get in,” said Fabian as he opened the car door like the gentleman he was.

Meanwhile, Felicia arrived at the Norton Residence and told the butler, “We’re here for Mrs. Norton.

We’re her friends.”

“Alright. Let me inform her,” came the butler’s polite reply.

Felicia flashed a smile and nodded. Both she and Leo waited at the door quietly. As they were here to

discuss Fabian and Lyna’s marriage, Lyna’s presence would be awkward. Hence, she stayed at home

and waited anxiously for her parents to return with good news.

“Please come with me.” Soon, the butler returned and led them in.

This was the first time Leo had ever stepped into the Norton Residence. He was in awe to realize that

the Norton family was far more influential than the Blackwood family. The interior of the villa was so

luxurious.

Felicia grinned upon seeing Leo’s dumbstruck expression. She didn’t tell him that she had the same

reaction during her first trip here. Initially, she thought she was wealthy enough, but this family’s wealth

had exceeded her expectations.

However, none of them were envious of what they saw. Instead, the more capable the Norton family

was, the more excited they were. After all, their daughter was about to marry into the Norton family.

When they entered the living room, they saw a lady preparing tea calmly on the couch.

Leo scrutinized her carefully. This must be Fabian’s mother, my future in-law.

“Mrs. Norton, are you doing well?” Felicia greeted her with a warm smile.

“Oh, Felicia. I haven’t seen you in a while. Come, have a seat. Try some of this tea.” Heather ushered

them in while her gaze landed on Leo doubtfully.

“This is my husband, Leo Blackwood,” Felicia immediately introduced her husband to Heather.

“Hello, Mrs. Norton. I’m Leo Blackwood. Felicia often talked about you at home. It’s my pleasure to

meet you today.” Leo was an experienced businessman who could flatter anyone he wanted to.

 

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Heather chuckled. “Mr. Blackwood, nice to meet you, too. Come, have some tea.” Her smile never

wavered, but she was panicking inwardly. Clearly, Felicia didn’t bring her husband here to have tea with

me.

Oh, they must be here to discuss Fabian’s marriage. Ha! They are one step too late.

Heather hadn’t dabbled in the corporate world, but she was smart. Back then, she didn’t say Fabian

would marry Lyna for sure. She was just trying to observe Lyna, but in the end…

“The tea is remarkable, right?” Heather poured herself a cup of tea and sipped on it.

“Mm, not bad,” came Leo’s reply. He wasn’t a fan of teas, but he was good at flattery.

They both exchanged pleasantries with Heather until Felicia lost patience and made eye contact with

Leo.

Leo knew what she was trying to say. He coughed lightly and beamed at Heather. “Oh, right. We came

to discuss something with you, Mrs. Norton.”

“Go ahead, Mr. Blackwood,” replied Heather.

“Right. I won’t beat around the bush.” He paused before continuing, “Felicia told me you had discussed

our kids’ engagement.”

He stared at her earnestly.

“Mm, that’s right,” came Heather’s nonchalant reply.

Felicia looked at Leo smugly as though she were claiming the credit for bringing the kids together so he

could gain an accomplished son-in-law.

Something flashed across Leo’s eyes as his smile widened. “Yes, yes. We’re here to discuss the

marriage between your son and Lynnie. They are at the appropriate age to get married. Well…”

He trailed off as his gaze landed on Heather. I’ve made it clear. She must know what I’m implying.

Seemingly torn, Heather held on to her teacup and fell into deep thought.

Leo let out a chuckle and tried to ease the tension in the air. “Of course, if you want your son to focus

on his career, that’s fine with us. They can get engaged first. That would suffice.”

Previously, when the butler informed Heather of their arrival, she had guessed as much and prepared

an excuse to steer them away.

With a hint of resignation in her voice, she told them, “I’m really sorry. Yes, I was really worried about

Fabian’s marriage and was relieved once I talked to Felicia.”

Hearing her words, Leo and Felicia couldn’t help but beam happily. They felt proud of their beautiful

daughter.

After a brief pause, Heather continued, “Later on, I mentioned it to Fabian. He flew into a fit of rage and

said his marriage was none of my business, to my utter shock. Whoever consented to this marriage will

get married himself.” She sighed helplessly, about to break into tears any minute. “Felicia, I’m really

sorry. My son refused to listen to me. I wasted half my life to bring him up, and this is how he repays

me?”

The grins on Leo’s and Felicia’s faces froze.

Embarrassment washed over Leo instantly. Originally, he agreed to come, as Felicia claimed they just

had to set a date. None of them expected Heather would change her mind. This is downright

embarrassing.

Even Felicia was simmering in resentment. We’ve come to an agreement previously! Why is she going

back on her word?

 

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Not daring to offend Heather, Felicia offered her a smile. “That’s not true. Fabian must have been mad

because of the sudden news.”

Leo glared at her and told Heather, “Well, Mrs. Norton, I’ll have to bid goodbye. I need to return to my

company.”

He didn’t want to stay here any longer after being rejected. If news got out, their family would be a

laughingstock.

Left with no choice, Felicia bade goodbye to Heather and left with her husband reluctantly.

“What did I tell you? There’s no way the Norton family will agree to his marriage for no reason! You

refused to listen and dragged me along. Are you happy now? That was so humiliating!” The moment

they stepped out of Norton Residence, Leo turned to Felicia and barked.

“Oh, you’re blaming me now? When I told you about it, you were planning all sorts of things happily too!

If you dare, complain to Mrs. Norton instead of getting mad at me!” Felicia was quivering with anger

when her husband blamed everything on her.

“Stop creating trouble for me in the future! You’ve brought shame to the Blackwood family!” Leo

bellowed.

“Shame? Didn’t you hear what Mrs. Norton said earlier? She agreed to it previously but gone back on

her word! How could you blame me?” retorted Felicia.

Leo merely harrumphed furiously and strode away.

Meanwhile, Fabian and the rest reached their destination after a two-hour car ride. He opened the door

and helped Hannah out.

Hannah stepped out and took a deep breath of the fresh air. This picturesque village was surrounded

by undulating hills, so the air was a lot fresher than the air in the city.

“Wow, this place is as pretty as described by Winson!” lamented Hannah.

“Ha!” Jason snorted icily. He didn’t pick on her this time as the scenery was indeed gorgeous.

There was a wooden sign ahead with the village’s name. Behind it was an endless stretch of verdant

meadows. There was a hint of earthy scent in the air as the young saplings danced in the breeze under

the warm sunlight.

Occasionally, they would spot unnamed wildflowers scattered around the meadows. They weren’t as

enchanting as roses or peonies, but yet, the meadows hum to life with their presence.

“Your mother’s house is just farther ahead. We can walk there easily,” Fabian told Hannah, whose eyes

were crinkled up in silent laughter.

He felt utterly relaxed, too. Usually, he was busy running his company all by himself. Whenever he felt

exhausted, he’d hang out with his friends. Compared to partying, he preferred the serenity in the

countryside.

Fabian took Hannah’s hand and strolled ahead. Helen and Jason trailed behind them and bickered

casually.

They soon arrived at a bridge made of stone. When they wondered when this bridge was built, Fabian

figured it had been here for decades.

The bridge was only made up of a few boulders, so there was no handle on both sides. Fabian

tightened his grip on Hannah’s hand.

Hannah wasn’t nervous at all. She had been a journalist since she graduated from university, so she

rarely had time to go on vacations. She might’ve visited many places, but most of them were on work

trips.

She inhaled the crisp air as her mood lifted. The burbling stream and swimming fish under the stones

created a delightful scene.

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Jason wasn’t interested at all. Seeing how thrilled Hannah was, he pouted his lips and muttered to

himself, “It’s just a plain old bridge and stream. What’s the big deal?”

Helen rolled her eyes as she came to a stop next to him. “You just don’t know how to appreciate the

scenery, do you? Don’t you find this tranquil?” She huffed. “Ah, forget it. You’re too dim-witted to get it!”

With that, Helen strode ahead and left Jason alone. “I’m dim-witted? You’re the fool! Idiot!” Jason yelled

from behind her.

Shortly after, they reached a residential area with ancient houses which had withstood the test of time.

There were also a few elderly people chatting happily beside the road.

Fabian led the way to Hannah’s mother’s house.

After walking quite a distance, he came to a stop in front of an old house.

“This is it,” he told Hannah.

At once, Hannah studied the grand but old house with two ferocious lion statues flanking its entrance.

The stately entrance itself showed that Hannah’s birth mother came from a wealthy and influential

family.

Winson rushed to the lion statues and touched them carefully.

“When I was young, I remember Mom saying there were two lions guarding them. Finally, I get to see

them today,” he uttered.

His mother told him about the lions to make him laugh back then. Deep down, he was overwhelmed

with emotions.

“Hannah, open the door. I can’t wait,” he declared.

“Sure!” A flash of bitterness crept up Hannah’s heart. Winson had it worse than me.

She took one step forward and whipped out the keys to open the door.

Immediately, a green landscape greeted them.

“Seriously?” Helen parted her lips in shock.

Hannah’s mother had been dead for over ten years, and no one had occupied the house ever since.

Right now, it was full of weeds.

“Oh? I don’t think we can enter,” Jason remarked coolly after taking a brief glance at the interior.

Instantly, Winson’s expression fell.

Hannah was at a loss, too. The yard was overrun with weeds, so there wasn’t even a path for them to

walk on.

“This is nothing. We can just part the weeds and walk in,” replied Helen coolly as she took a step

forward.

At once, Jason took her wrist and warned, “No way! The weeds are as tall as us. There might be

snakes in here. What if they bite you?”

Helen scoffed in disdain. “Who are you trying to scare? I’m not afraid!” She shoved him away and

strode toward the yard.

Before she could step in, someone took her arm.

It was Hannah. Hannah, too, wanted to enter her mother’s house, but Jason’s words made sense.

There might be snakes and bugs inside the abandoned house.

“Helen, forget it. It’s better to be safe than sorry,” she spoke.

“Hannah, do you seriously believe his words?” demanded Helen. She refused to believe there would be

snakes inside the yard.

“What if we run into one?” Hannah responded worriedly.

“We’ll come again. I’ll ask someone to clean the house up before our next visit. At least we know where

it is now,” Fabian declared.