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“Ms. Silver, how do you know Skylar? Do you know who her sugar daddy is?”
Maisy’s throat felt dry as she suddenly realized she hadn’t asked the most pressing question.
Her entire family wanted to know who Skylar’s benefactor was. Unfortunately, they still had zero clue after several days of investigating.
Annie smiled faintly. “I’ve only met Ms. Sullivan once. I don’t know much about her.”
Regardless of how much Annie disliked Skylar, she was clear on one thing–Joe hadn’t publicly acknowledged his relationship with Skylar.
Even if Skylar and Joe really had sex, they could only be considered as having a fling. And this wasn’t something that Annie should disclose.
She wouldn’t be able to explain herself if Joe found out later.
“I suddenly remembered I have something to attend to, Ms. Williams. I’ll be on my way,” Annie picked up her bag and stood up.
Maisy was astonished, “Where did you happen to meet her, Ms. Silver? Did she approach you?”
Just now, no matter what Annie asked, Maisy answered everything except for Skylar’s real identity.
She even told Annie the fact that Skylar had a boyfriend. So, why didn’t Annie answer her question when it was her turn to ask?
Why did it feel like Annie knew who Skylar’s benefactor was?
Otherwise, she wouldn’t be so curious about Skylar, asking tons of questions.
Annie’s expression turned slightly cold. With a clear sense of distance, she said, “Sorry, that’s all in the past. I can’t recall where we met. It was nice chatting with you. Perhaps we’ll meet again in the future.”
“Wait. Let’s exchange WhatsApp contacts. That will make it easier for us to chat directly whenever needed.” Maisy took out her phone and opened WhatsApp, wanting to add Annie’s contact.
But Annie remained still and said, “Let’s save it for the next time we meet. Goodbye.”
Even if Maisy was stupid, she could see that Annie had no intention of meeting her again. She felt extremely embarrassed. “How did Annie know Skylar?”
Maisy remembered that Annie took the initiative to add Skylar’s WhatsApp contact. However, Skylar didn’t even seem eager to add Annie. But when it came to her, Annie refused even after she asked for her
contact.
Just the thought of everyone giving Skylar the special treatment made Maisy extremely uncomfortable. she clenched her teeth tightly.
In retrospect, she realized it was inconsequential. To the Williams family, Maisy was queen. Skylar had no
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position at all.
Caleb was lying on the hospital bed, playing with his phone. He was bored to death.
He had surgery on his leg and would only be discharged tomorrow. But he wouldn’t be able to walk for roughly three months, let alone ride a motorcycle or engage in extreme sports.
He glanced at the time; there was still an hour left before Skylar got off work.
Caleb was bored out of his mind. He was even more eager for Skylar now.
Just as he was playing a game, a phone call came in.
“Uncle John.”
“Caleb, I heard from the old fart that you like Skylar. She is working with the old fart, right?” John asked.
Caleb rolled his eyes. “Why does Grandpa feel the need to broadcast every detail to the world? Uncle John, if you’re so keen on managing kids, maybe you should start a family of your own; don’t meddle in my affairs. Grandpa has agreed to this matter. Skylar is really likable.”
“You can’t have her. Just forget about her. While there isn’t much emotional attachment yet, just find someone else to like,” said John.
“Why
can’t I? Did Grandpa tell you that she’s a few years older than me? So what? I look more mature than her anyway. People would think I’m older than her by a few years just by looks. Just leave me alone, Uncle
John.
“Nowadays, it’s all about free love, you know? I’m not interested
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John felt a slight headache coming on. “She’s off–limits. There are some things I can’t tell you. You’d better get rid of those feelings before it’s too late. I’ll talk to the old fart and put an end to his matchmaking attempts.
“Uncle John, you’re going too far. I like Skylar. After all these years, she’s the only one I’ve ever liked. What do you mean she’s off–limits?”
John’s warning fell on deaf ears. A young person’s thoughts were focused solely on pursuing what they liked, regardless of whether it was appropriate.
“You can ask Skylar, ask if she can marry you or if she even likes you,” John said in a deep voice.
Caleb paused, narrowing his eyes. “Uncle John, don’t tell me that you like Skylar too? Didn’t you just get engaged? Aren’t you afraid I’ll tell Melody?”
The Gardners held different values. Unlike others, they wouldn’t consider adultery or polygamy. Such practices were strictly forbidden in their family. If John harbored feelings for Skylar, Caleb would confront
him.
John, rendered speechless, could only mutter, “Nonsense.”
“Then give me a solid reason to give up,” Caleb demanded.
John’s reply was cold. “It’s simply not possible.”
Caleb frowned.
John continued, “Just ask her, and you’ll get your answer.”
Then, John hung up the phone.
Caleb stared at his phone, deep in thought. John wouldn’t call without a reason.
Back in high school, when rumors of Caleb’s puppy love spread, John didn’t interfere. Now that Caleb was an adult, it made no sense for John to meddle–especially since even Alexander approved.
John must know something about Skylar. But what? Could it be related to the online uproar from before?
It had to bel
Skylar was to the hospital after work when she received a call from Gloria.
about to drive
Skylar was told to return to Pearlhall Residence that night with Joe. Glancing at the time, she saw there was still some time to visit Caleb at the hospital.
On the way, Joe called her. “Are you off work yet?”
“Yeah, I just got off.”
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“Meet me at Phoenix Mall. It’s Grandma’s birthday today. Let’s pick a gift together and head to Pearthall
Residence.”
Skylar was alarmed. “Grandma’s birthday?”
She had been so busy lately that she had completely forgotten Gloria’s birthday.
“I’m heading to Phoenix Mall right away.”
As she turned the car around, she immediately sent a WhatsApp message to Caleb.
“Caleb, I won’t be able to make it to the hospital. I just learned it’s Grandma’s birthday today, so I’m going to celebrate. I’ll visit you tomorrow. Sorry about this.”
Caleb had been absent–mindedly playing games, occasionally checking the time.
He was calculating the travel time from Gardner Group to the hospital, knowing Skylar should be arriving soon. But suddenly, he saw Skylar’s WhatsApp message, saying she couldn’t come.
Disappointment washed over him as he looked at the phone. It was the first time he felt his expectations
dashed.
He had even planned to ask Skylar in person if she wanted to be together with him. Now, he would have
to wait until tomorrow.
As soon as Skylar arrived at Phoenix Mall, Joe did too. He whisked her straight to the top floor, where various exclusive jewelry awaited, far beyond what could be found on the lower levels.
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in a transactional marriage.” Caleb completely disregarded John’s advice.
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“Grandma usually prefers jewelry over wellness products for her birthday. She likes all kinds of jewelry. Go ahead and pick something out,” Joe said to Skylar.
“Okay, I’ll have a look.” Skylar nodded.
She had some knowledge of jewelry and was keenly aware of the difference between genuine and fake pieces. She knew Joe had brought her somewhere expensive.
Skylar thought about the millions she earned from her recent gamble. Surely, it would be enough.
After browsing for a while, Skylar set her eyes on a necklace. It was an emerald gemstone necklace. Gloria probably had many gemstone necklaces, but Skylar was drawn to its design. The simple design symbolized eternity.
She checked the price–400,000 dollars. Thankfully, it wouldn’t max out her card.
“I’ll take this one,” Skylar said to Joe, picking up the necklace.
Joe had been following Skylar closely, watching her carefully select the gift. There was an undeniable beauty in her attentiveness, a quality she might not have even noticed herself.
Joe had no objections. “Okay.”
Skylar had a good eye. It was a design Gloria would like.
Skylar handed her card to the sales assistant.
“We’re gifting this to Grandma together. I’ll pay,” Joe intervened, giving the sales assistant a look.
The sales assistant recognized Joe and immediately accepted his black card. Skylar didn’t even have the
chance to object.
“Let’s split the cost. Give me your bank number.” Skylar opened her banking app on the phone and intended to transfer her share.
Joe noticed her insistence on splitting the payment. He furrowed his brow slightly and said, “No need.”
Seeing Joe’s annoyance, Skylar didn’t insist any further. However, as they were leaving the mall, Skylar entered another store and bought a set of women’s clothing for Gloria.
Gloria had always maintained a good figure, so choosing the size was easy.
Joe slightly pursed his lips upon seeing Skylar buy the clothes.
“Just now, when we were heading upstairs, I saw this outfit and thought it would look good on Grandma,” Skylar explained.
Joe chuckled at the mention of “look good“.
He quipped, “You’re just trying not to take advantage of me, aren’t you?”
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“No, that’s not it. You put thought into your gift; I want to do the same. I genuinely want to show respect to Grandma.”
Why else would she have married him?
Skylar kept that sentence to herself.
“You care about Grandma more than me,” Joe remarked. However, he felt slightly uncomfortable after saying it, realizing his words could be easily misunderstood.
Skylar was momentarily surprised but quickly composed herself. “We’re married because of Grandma,
aren’t we?”
If it weren’t for Gloria, Joe wouldn’t have abandoned his true love to marry Skylar, right?
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