Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

Chapter 211 1 Have Been Far Too Tolerant With Your

Upon reaching the school. Madelyn wasted no time seeking out Josiah,

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He was idly fidgeting with a car model, his demeanor bored and disinterested with the day’s routine. The sight was somehow childlike yet endearing.

Meanwhile, the love–struck girls in the class huddled together, occasionally stealing glances at Josiah, whispering excitedly about this intriguing new classmale

Approaching Josiah directly, Madelyn cut to the chase. Hey, Josiah, do you know any unconventional ways to dig up information that might not be found through regular investigations?”

Perking up at her presence, Josiah seemed invigorated by the challenge. “You’ll have to be more specific about what you’re looking to uncover,” he replied with hint of curiosity.

Seeing no reason to conceal anything from him, Madelyn said, “Come with me, I’ll fill you in on the details as we talk.”

They left the classroom and found a secluded spot to converse.

Madelyn looked at him earnestly, her eyes clear and scrous. “This is about my family. I’m trusting you With this, Josiah, but you must promise to keep it to yourself.”

Seeing her intense expression, Josiah nodded solemnly “Don’t worry, I’m not one to gossip.”

Hearing Josiah’s assurance, Madelyn let out a relieved chuckle. She had always known him to be a bit aloof and arrogantly self–assured, yet in crucial moments, he proved to be an incredibly steadfast ally.

With that comfort, she opened up completely, laying bare nearly all the intricate and troubling details of her family’s current predicament. As she spoke, Josiah Estened intently, his usual nonchalance replaced by focused attention.

Upon absorbing the full weight of her words, Josiah couldn’t contain his astonishment, stomping his foot in disbelief. “Oh my, God! Madelyn, why are all the people in your family so weird?”

Madelyn, frustrated by his outburst, clicked her tongue. “Can we just focus here? Is there a solution or not?”

Josiah paused, mulling over the possibilities before responding. “Indeed, there are options. Tristan, for instance, has extensive connections. Tracking down an imported drug should be feasible through his

networks.”

yet skeptical. “Isn’t he your little lackey? What

of pride, “Who said he’s just my lackey? Don’t underestimate him. His family’s influence is significant, particularly

by this revelation. Her previous interactions. with Tristan had been somewhat strained, so she was naturally

southern district. It’s a place where rules are often

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brother is a major player in that world. It seems

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demeanor. ‘All right, let’s leave this matter to Tristan. I’ll make sure he gets back to us as quickly as

mixture of relief and urgency, nodded in agreement, her voice tinged with concern, “We’ll definitely need his help then. Please, the faster the better: I’m really worried about my dad…”

weight of her fears momentarily

gave her a supportive, affirming, “I

Despite the resolution of their immediate plan, she couldn’t shake

the Thornton residence. Haunted by the errors of her past, she was determined not to let Regina and Eunice disrupt their lives again.

Madelyn found herself subtly avoiding deeper involvement with the matters concerning

had made to the

mind.

I can’t think about this right now. Just

spiraling thoughts as she rushed back to her

gathered her belongings, her mind still a whirl of thoughts

with a gentle urgency. “Madelyn, don’t forget about the banquet tonight. Both my dad and

forgotten about the event.

an extended stay at the Thornton residence to closely

sudden opening of the door

room. His unexpected. presence made her heart skip a beat, and she hesitated

cold chuckle, unsettling in its detachment.

had come home earlier than planned, merely intending to grab a USB drive for work. Yet, upon. witnessing Madelyn packing, his features darkened with suspicion and a touch

you’re in such a hurry to leave

wrist. Then,