Abigail’s Second Life

Chapter 301 I Want to Invite You to Dinner

Sean raised an eyebrow, and his eyes briefly held an appreciative glint for her quick wit.

"I have considered that possibility as well. However, I'm leaning toward your first assumption," he said as he set down his coffee.

Abigail walked over to another single-seater couch and looked at him calmly. "This matter involves the life of your friend. What are you going to do about it? I don't have the right to intervene. Besides, I also want to know just which Pearson is targeting me."

Kelly might be involved. However, this was clearly a long con. So, someone had to be behind her.

"I won't show any mercy when it comes to Alfie's situation. I want to make this

very clear beforehand. Eric spoke in your favor on Instagram, and I know you're grateful to him. However, if he's truly aligned with the Pearsons, I'll deal with him along with them," Sean said as he looked into her eyes, his tone frosty,

I understand," Abigail replied seriously.

She was undoubtedly grateful for Eric's support on Instagram. Nonetheless, she didn't know the full extent of his connection with the Pearsons. Plus, Sean's friend's life was almost lost due to their actions. How could she even propose anything of the sort?

"Abigail, I don't mean to put you in a difficult position. It's just that if I don't teach the Pearsons a lesson, they might think we are easy prey. Once such a thought takes root in their minds, they might come to Pendorf to cause trouble," Sean said in a much gentler tone.

Abigail nodded. "I understand your point. You don't need to explain it to me."

He couldn't be sure if she genuinely understood his point or if she simply didn't want to hear his explanation, thinking it was just an excuse. Still, it didn't matter what she truly thought as he wouldn't stay his hand when dealing with the Pearsons.

on my way now." He stood up with a

side. Alas, the orchestrated media narrative once again had Eric coming to her

who had a strong sense of loyalty and gratitude, wouldn't

and left while appearing somewhat

in a hushed tone, "What did you say? Mr.

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her assistant, her face marked by complete puzzlement. "I didn't say much... You're such a gossip. Did you finish organizing the materials

task. Yet, Abigail couldn't help but wonder what had made Sean feel so

he was thinking and didn't bother dwelling on it for

her deeply shaken. Abigail naturally took note of her grandmother's mood as

surprised to see a faint smile on

cook your favorite dish tonight.

a moment and then shook her head. "I'm not

call. After all, his friend saved our lives. We can't help in other ways, but inviting him for a meal is the least we can do to express our gratitude," Analise said while selecting ingredients. for the meal. Abigail naturally understood her intentions. She didn't want to be indebted

meal wouldn't be enough to repay

right. I'll

intentions were clear, and it would be impolite to reject her

nodded, then asked Abigail, "Do you know that Sean has been

He only brought it up with me when you went missing." Abigail explained

me. However, he is not someone we can afford to mess with," Analise said with lowered eyes

out a way to