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.

said what I wanted to say. I'll be on my way now." He

his side. Alas, the orchestrated media narrative once again

a strong sense of loyalty and gratitude, wouldn't overlook the kindness

lowered his gaze and left while

entered from outside and asked Abigail in a hushed

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didn't say much... You're such a gossip. Did you finish organizing

quickly left to complete the task. Yet, Abigail couldn't help but

fathom what he was thinking and didn't bother dwelling on it

traumatic experience of Alfie's stabbing had left her deeply shaken.

see a faint

spoke immediately. "I'll cook your

and then shook her head. "I'm not

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

was a significant favor, and a single meal wouldn't be enough to repay it.

right. I'll ask

intentions were clear, and it would be

"Do you know that Sean has

explained quickly,

meal isn't enough to repay for the life-saving favor, and I should be grateful to him for saving me. However, he is not someone we can afford to mess with," Analise said with lowered eyes and her tone

answered softly, "I'll figure out a way to repay this favor without getting