True Fated Marriage novel Chapter 1255

Ernest, who hadn't spoken the entire time, frowned slightly upon being called out. However, he smiled immediately after.

"Maria, studying abroad is something you have to consider carefully before making any decisions. I agree with Uncle Zachary that you should go home and think it through first instead of acting on impulse like this."

"I've made up my mind already," Maria said, "I'm serious about studying in England, but Ernest, you sound as if you're not very happy with my decision."

Shaking his head, Ernest smiled and said, "You're thinking too much, Maria. I really don't think it's a good idea for you to make such a rash decision."

"Ernest Jones," Maria stared at him in anger, "Don't think that I don't know what's going through your mind. I'm telling you now that I'm going to England for sure."

"Maria, if you're firm on your decision, I'll take care of you once we're in England," Ernest remained calm without raising his voice at all.

Heinz and Zachary realized that things had suddenly gotten tense between these teenagers. Even Yvonne and Grace could tell that something was off as if there was a secret among them that was unbeknownst to the adults.

Grace exchanged a look with Yvonne.

Yvonne spoke, "Maria, even if you really wish to study in England, we still have to go home and talk about it first."

"Mommy, I really want to go there," Maria insisted.

"Maria, maybe you should go back and discuss with Uncle Zachary and Aunt Yvonne first," Gary said, "I believe that they are open-minded parents who won't interfere with your future and your life. After all, it's your life and not theirs, so they won't be able to override you when it comes to making a decision."

Gary's words put Zachary and Yvonne in a tight spot. For a while, neither of them spoke anything.

Zachary nodded slightly towards Heinz and Grace, then entered his car.

Maria had no choice but to leave as well.

Her gaze remained fixed on Gary, as if he was her lifesaver.

Gary's expression remained indifferent the whole time.

After they left, Heinz and Grace went back inside, whereas Gary and Ernest remained outside without rushing to enter.

"Gary, you look like you already knew about Maria's decision before this," Ernest spoke steadily.

Gary smiled and said, "Why? Don't you want Maria to go to England?"

Ernest gazed into Gary's eyes, "It's not up to me to decide if she goes or not."

"That's right. So, this is Maria's decision. What does it have to do with me?" Gary entered the house after he said that.

Looking at his back, Ernest smiled slightly and walked into the house as well.

Late at night.

The Jones family home was quiet.

Everyone went to bed after cleaning up the mess from the banquet.

Dressed in a set of black clothes, Gary walked out of his room.

"Gary, where are you going?" Ernest asked slowly. His door also opened. He stood at the doorway, looking at Gary, who was walking downstairs.

Gary stopped in his tracks and turned to look at Ernest. He smiled and answered, "Ernest, why aren't you in bed at a time like this?"

"Are you going out?" Ernest chose not to answer his question as well.

Gary smiled and said, "Yes, I'm going out."

"You're leaving tomorrow," Ernest reminded.

"That's exactly why I have to settle some affairs before I leave," Gary answered indifferently and as a spark flashed across his eyes, "Do you want to come with me?"

Ernest smiled and looked at him with gloomy eyes. Then, he shook his head and said, "I'll pass, it's too late, and I still have class tomorrow."

Gary shrugged and left.

Ernest also closed his door.

Gary went to the hotel. When he arrived, he was informed that Celeste had left.

She left as soon as the rain stopped.

Gary frowned and wondered where she had gone.

At such an hour, she had probably gone back to her place. Had the paparazzi all left because of the heavy rain?

He was worried, so he took a taxi to Celeste's place.

When he arrived, he saw from a distance that the lights were on in her place. She was home.