Fiancé Uncle 160

Chapter 160

Nicolas noticed the hidden tears in her eyes and almost told hero let herself cry if she felt saf

But he knew her stubborn nature all too well.

He then sighed slightly, saying, "For now, just rest here. If you need anything while Fm busy, you can reach out to Darwin He'll take care of it for you." "Thank you." Thea replied, her voice a bit raspy.

Nicolas glanced at

at her injured leg again. "When you've rested, I take you to the hospital. Thea nodded, feeling drowsiness settle over her. She was indeed exhausted.

As her gaze drifted around the room, she noticed it didn't have the usual look of a guest room. Its simple, austere style reminded her of Nicolas' taste. Between the pillows and the quilt lingered a faint scent that seemed uniquely his.

This might be his room.

it felt a little inappropriate, her fatigue and the ache in her leg overtook her, and she soon fell asleep.

In a half-dreaming state, she thought she felt someone tucking her in and heard the soft click of the door closing

Meanwhile,

"That Thea! What a cunning move. When she hen she realized she couldn't get close to you, she actually dared to throw herself at Nicolas. Is Nicolas a fool? How could he marry such a woman!" Simone said.

a

Though it felt al

at Jake, who had suffered a huge blow, nearly grinding

he grabbed Simone's hand. He

And that's what worries me most. What reason could he possibly have for marrying Thea? There must be some hidden agenda." Jepson had

his temples. Everyone in this world might be snort. "Thea's a master at charming men, with her looks and wiles. Nicholas may seem like a nice guy on the outside, but in reality

forehead as she realized the significance

isn't as influential as the Hendrix family, and that inheritance isn't particularly important to us. Honestly, I'd rather not have anything to do

"I used to think the same, that it was a bonus if we could get it but not essential. But I suddenly feel it can't be as simple as we think. If it were really a

"Then what

couldn't think of a solution and rubbed his temples with frustration. we've uncovered

to play it by ear. For

as he finished speaking, there was a sharp knock on the door. "Madam, sir, Miss Terell is here.

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Chapter 160 ser Jake"

Jake

and his irritation only grew when he heard that Madelyn had arrived. His fare contorted! with annoyance. "Tell her to get lost?" Jepson glared at him in disapproval Why the tantrum? Do your ant everyone to know you're unhappy with

member of the Hendre family, and he want me to marry some girl from a poor family? Doesn't

jabbed a finger toward Jake and said, "If this really bothers you so much, you shouldn't have done what you did. I warned you that outside women are just for fun, but you were so stupid that you drove Thea away. Now, you have no option but to marry her. If you

all that time, she should love me enough to tolerate everything. If she can't, then that's her failing, not mine." Simone, visibly distressed, rushed to

I will make Madelyn leave now if you don't want to see her, but your grandefahter's decision is set in stone. We can't do anything

immediate effect, and Jake calmed down

"Even if that's the case, it'll be embarrassing if word gets out. I can't imagine how everyone I know will laugh at

sighed helplessly. Madelyn

living room for half an hour. When no

maid brought her

took one lool

lady of the Hendrix family. If you dare treat me like this again, I'll have you fired the moment

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