Cutie, Please Marry Me Again (Jenna and Hansen) novel Chapter 254

"Jenna, I know this is unfair to you but Hansen is now determined to set himself against the McAdams family. If this situation persists, Richards Group will be greatly affected. His father and I did all we could to look after Richards Group and we've used our entire lifetime to preserve our family business. We've successfully brought glory to Richards Group. However, a catastrophe is happening soon and I'm unable to convince Hansen, which is why I'm begging you now. Please Jenna, as our former daughter-in-law, please consider it for the sake of our family. Right now, you're the only one who could possibly persuade him and I believe you can do it," Marissa pleaded, her eyes welled with tears as she held Jenna's hand.

A poignant smile appeared on Jenna's face. She understood everything crystal clear, however, she continued sitting there motionlessly like a sculpture. Except for the smile on her face, her body was tensed up.

"Auntie, how do you want me to persuade Hansen?" she asked in a daze.

Marissa heaved a sigh again and wiped her tears. "My dear, I'm sorry to say this to you but as long as Hansen marries Aria, everything would be resolved. Jenna, marriage is like a siege. You've been in it once and I believe you understand that ultimately, a woman needs love from a man in order to be happy. Since Aria just wishes for a status, let's just give her that, shall we? However, you will always be the person Hansen loves and you are the one he treasures most. We will forever be grateful for what you've contributed to our family. Don’t worry, I will compensate you ten times what you've originally wished for. I’ll do my best to satisfy all of your requests. Are you okay with this?"

Marissa said as she patted her chest in assurance.

"If you truly love Hansen, then please just compromise this time and give Aria the wedding she wished for. You could live however you wish to with Hansen as you're the one he actually loves. I'm sure he will treat you better in life because of this as well! Women can only be truly happy if they are loved by men, others do not matter, right?" Marissa stated straightforwardly.

Jenna wanted to chuckle. However, she couldn't put herself to do so.

Marissa's thoughts were the exact same as what she imagined she would say; she already saw it coming.

It was just that...

If she left Hansen and Hansen married Aria, would everything be truly resolved? Would everyone be able to live in peace just like how Marissa thought? This was probably just Marissa's wishful thinking.

Through Jenna's investigations these days, she discovered that some of 'truths' were not the case at all. If she left, Trevor would probably never recollect himself and Vivian would meet her end sooner.

If her departure could really bring benefits like what Marissa said, she would consider doing so. Originally, she didn't plan to stay here for long either and this was the place she disdained the most as well.

She was thinking of ways to make her departure worth it!

"Auntie, I understand what you mean. I will do my best. Don't worry." After a long moment, Jenna said calmly, "However, I can't leave now. Please spare me some time and I will try to make it fast."

"Does this mean that you agreed to it?" Marissa looked at her in surprise. She couldn't believe that this was true.

"Yes, Auntie. I promise you and I will tell Hansen as well. Don't worry about it, I believe that it will happen very soon," she murmured.

"My dear, I'm very sorry for you." Marissa felt guilt-ridden as she said sincerely, "I will do my best to persuade Hansen as well. If you need anything, feel free to tell me and I will try my best to satisfy you."

"There's nothing I need, Auntie. And if there's nothing else to talk about, I'll take my leave now," Jenna stood up and said composedly.

"Jenna..." Marissa stood up as well. She did not have the courage to look straight into her eyes. Her eyes were red as she called out to her hesitantly.

Jenna gave her a small smile before turning around and walking away calmly.

"I'm sorry, Jenna. I do not wish to force you in doing this but Richards Group must survive this hardship. For the sake of our family's wellbeing, I had to take the big picture into consideration and I apologize for it," Marissa voiced inwardly.

She watched Jenna's frail figure disappear in front of her. For the first time, she was amazed by this woman. Her intelligent mind and magnanimity made her a much better person compared to Aria.

It was only natural for Vivian and Hansen to admire her. However, everything was too late at that moment. If she had treated Jenna better before and prevented Aria from intervening, perhaps everything would be different as Hansen said and they would've lived happily as a family.

Still, it was too late.

Marissa lowered her head and sighed deeply.

The plum blossoms bloomed beautifully and the variety of colors created an aesthetically pleasing sight to see.

Jenna was sitting on the swing in the plum blossom garden that was especially airlifted from abroad. Swaying on the swing lightly with a small smile on her face, she was humming a sweet tune. It may seem like she was in a good mood, however, anyone who paid attention could notice how pale her face was. The pain etched deep within her eyes could not be concealed.

Many people did not want to see her staying in Richards Manor and that included herself as well. However, she has to hold on for a little longer as she could not bear to see Vivian being killed by someone. Vivian had treated her very kindly, therefore she must fulfill her responsibilities.

Although Norton came up with a plan and killed her father, she understood well that this had nothing to do with Vivian. Jenna discriminated her gratitude and resentment clearly.

Richards Group could not be brought down.