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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have separated. He has returned to Riverdon, making it unfeasible for us to reunite.” Motivated by self–preservation, Jane promptly disavowed any connection with Christopher. Upon noticing Florence’s furrowed brow, Jane

Florence only conveyed slight disapproval before giving instructions. “Summon Christopher to return to

to return at this point would probably not be successful. She murmured, “Miss Shelton, if I request him to return, he

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

her phone and dialed

devise different forms of retaliation. However,

with Christopher, Florence abruptly signaled to the person next to her. “Use

Jane a cell phone and directed

more.

of discontent on her face. She accepted the cell phone and promptly entered Christopher’s number before making the call.

the phone rang multiple times before Christopher responded, “Hello?” His voice came through the

responded composedly before speaking abruptly. “Christopher, it is imperative that you promptly return

asked, “Jane?” On this occasion, he omitted the formal salutation and addressed her

Jane. Did you hear me asking you to return to Northland?” Her usual authoritative tone was accompanied by a subtle tremor

Jane and awaited Christopher’s reaction.

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didn’t keep them waiting for an extended period and responded coldly. “Jane, I am not obligated

a sigh of relief and was on the verge of concluding the call when Florence intercepted the phone from her.

voice exhibited at passive quality, yet

respond immediately. However, Florence could perceive

maintained her composure and commented, “Ensure that you hide effectively

did Christopher experience a feeling of relief. He had never anticipated that Florence would have any communication with Jane. He could not risk opposing both individuals, with Florence being particularly influential. Christopher felt a persistent sense of unease due to the actions of the

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