No Remarriage for us Stay Away by Livia Storm

Chapter 491 The Saying Is True

"What?"

"What?"

Both David and Evelyn asked in unison.

As the words fell, the two exchanged a glance.

Back then, when Evelyn first learned that David had been unfaithful to her twenty years ago, that he even had an illegitimate child who was now old enough to attend university, she had her own bout of hysteria. Nonetheless, she quickly regained her composure, and the first question that came to her mind was whether she should divorce him.

The answer was no.

She knew that once they divorced, it would inadvertently pave the way for the mistress to force her way into the Tortell family. In other words, she'd be giving up everything to someone else without a fight. Sophia was, after all, the daughter David had raised by his side. Out of guilt, he had become increasingly indulgent toward her. If he were to pass away now, Sophia would surely inherit a substantial fortune. However, if the mistress were to join the Tortell family, that would be a different story.

David was in good health at the time, and it seemed inevitable that he would spend the next ten to twenty years with his mistress. Already, he had begun to contemplate handing over the reins of the company to his son. In ten to twenty years, Sophia would gradually be marginalized, and might even be ousted from the Tortell family.

From a young age, Sophia was quite carefree and simple-minded, lacking guile. She also had a bit of a stubborn streak. This undoubtedly made Evelyn very worried about her.

Already past the age of fifty, there wasn't much to look forward to in the latter half of life. At this point, divorce seemed meaningless to her. Instead of parting ways, she figured that it seemed better to uphold the status quo and fight for more for Sophia.

Once Evelyn decided against a divorce, she calmed down significantly. She had a thorough discussion with David, taking advantage of the lingering guilt within him to convince him to transfer a portion of his wealth under Sophia's name. And so, the two of them maintained a superficial peace currently.

"Don't be surprised." Sophia glanced at the two of them, a faint smile playing on her lips. "My boyfriend wants to come over and visit you guys tomorrow."

Taken aback, David and Evelyn shared a glance.

David slightly furrowed his brows, reprimanding in a low voice, "When did you get yourself a boyfriend? You never mentioned anything. Don't bring home someone of questionable character."

Evelyn looked at Sophia and nodded gently.

Sophia wasn't a naive and ignorant girl. The fact that she suggested bringing her boyfriend home either meant their relationship was profound, reaching a stage where marriage was on the table, or she had been deceived by sweet talk. From Evelyn's perspective, she believed it was certainly the latter.

"If he's a shady person, why did you introduce him to me?" Sophia raised an eyebrow.

looks. "I was the one who introduced him

"It's him."

Look, you were still so resistant when I suggested you go on that blind date. Now you see I wasn't lying, don't you?" David wore an expression that clearly indicated

saw his photo and felt reassured enough that they agreed to let him meet Sophia for a potential match. Evelyn asked, "But didn't you mention before that you weren't interested in him? You said he wasn't serious because he chose a bar

smile. "Back then, there was indeed some unpleasantness. Besides, I was particularly annoyed with him at that time, so I purposely said

response. With no other option, she playfully grabbed Evelyn's arm, feigning shyness as she said, "Oh, Mom, can

"Mhm."

and Evelyn would occasionally inquire about some details

you know what his

David's old friend

decent young man. He came from a humble background, but he was a self-made individual. During his studies abroad, he established a venture capital firm. Last year, he returned

ventures there.

away a long time ago. As for his dad, I'm not quite sure. I didn't ask in detail." Sophia sounded somewhat hesitant, panicking internally. D*mn, I forgot to ask Zephyr about his situation. She recalled that

other's parents and you still don't

so naive and innocent. How can

"No."

must have passed away,

and that's why he never brought up the matter of me meeting

he doing now? Has he joined a

tugged at the corner of her mouth, her

ask about this too. I'm not prepared at all for this visit. This

she turned to David and Evelyn, saying with a smile, "Don't worry. When he

"1

a bit more in advance. Can't you

and get to know more about his financial situation. So, why am I even bothering to explain it now?" "You're full of

say so. Anyway, we'll meet him tomorrow. I'll get someone to bring a couple of bottles of fine wine

night, Sophia didn't

she had already told her parents about his visit planned for the next day.

Sophia came down for breakfast, she saw David dressed in a short-sleeved shirt and suit trousers. His prominent beer belly was cinched with a black belt. His hair was slicked back, and his

trimmed, revealing a

on his chin.