Chapter 441 Establishing Boundaries

Jane did not foresee Florence’s sudden arrival.

Upon the sudden entrance of a few individuals into the private room, Jane, who was still being served drinks by the person summoned by Harley, cast a narrowed gaze toward the door.

“Who is present?” Experiencing irritation due to the intrusion, Harley glared at the

newcomers.

The man standing at the door, dressed in a formal suit with a clear bodyguard presence, gestured to Jane and Harley, indicating that his presence was solely to assist in opening the door. Upon verifying the bodyguard’s identity, Jane and Harley observed as he moved to the side, unveiling Florence standing behind him.

“Mi–Miss Shelton?” Harley stammered in astonishment, nearly choking on her words.

Florence casually glanced at them, disregarding Harley, and waved her hand before her nose while disdainfully speaking. “Transfer them to an alternative room. Upon issuing the command, she proceeded into the adjoining private room.

Despite feeling somewhat bewildered, Jane and Harley obediently complied with Florence’s instruction and moved to the new private room.

Very soon, in the upcoming private room. Jane and Harley were positioned in seats opposite. Florence.

*Miss Shelton, do you need any assistance from us?” Harley politely inquired, directing hist question towards Florence.

Florence observed the duo before her and asked, “Who is Jane Coolidge?”

Jane’s expression changed momentarily, but she promptly composed herself and responded,

I am Miss Shelton. How may I assist you?” Upon responding cautiously, she contemplated her recent actions. Upon further reflection, she realized she had not committed any offence against Miss Shelton from the Shelton Family. Momentarily experiencing a state of confusion. Harley also gazed at her, indicating with a lowered head and eyes. Upon witnessing it, Jane could only shake her head helplessly in response.

Despite their belief in their discretion, Florence closely observed their interactions. Nevertheless, she refrained from revealing their intentions and asked, “Are you Christopher’s girlfriend?” Florence observed Jane closely. Initially, Florence had planned to capture Christopher as a means to exert pressure on Jonathan. However, she had not foreseen Christopher’s prompt return to Riverdon. Given the potential difficulty in locating Christopher, she considered it equally effective to find his girlfriend.

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receiving this information, Jane promptly shook her head and provided clarification. “Miss Shelton, Christopher and I have separated. He has returned to Riverdon, making it unfeasible for us to reunite.” Motivated by

slight disapproval before giving instructions. “Summon

point would probably not be

could provide further details, Florence’s companion impatiently interrupted. “If Miss Shelton directs you to make a call, please comply.

retrieved her phone and dialed

lack of response would have led her to devise different forms of retaliation. However, she harbored a silent hope that he would never respond. Upon the persistent ringing of the unanswered call, Jane exhaled a sigh of relief.

that she was no longer affiliated with Christopher, Florence

and directed her

more.

discontent on her face. She accepted the cell phone and promptly entered

phone rang multiple times before Christopher responded, “Hello?” His

who responded composedly before speaking abruptly. “Christopher,

receiving a call from Jane, Christopher displayed surprise and asked, “Jane?” On this occasion, he omitted the formal salutation and addressed her by

“It’s me, Jane. Did you hear me asking you to return to Northland?” Her usual authoritative tone was accompanied by a subtle tremor that was challenging

Jane and awaited Christopher’s

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coldly. “Jane, I am not obligated to adhere to

sigh of relief

Florence’s voice exhibited at passive quality, yet it also conveyed a subtle

However, Florence could perceive him inhaling

her composure and commented, “Ensure that you hide effectively

could not risk opposing both individuals, with Florence being particularly influential. Christopher felt a persistent sense of unease due to the actions of the ruthless

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