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.”

an eyebrow, intrigued 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 his older brother

that impressive?” Madelyn asked, genuinely surprised by this revelation. Her previous interactions. with Tristan had been somewhat strained,

northern district operates differently than the southern district. It’s a place where rules are often

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with his calm demeanor. ‘All right, let’s leave this

of relief and urgency, nodded in agreement, her voice tinged with concern, “We’ll definitely need

off, the weight of her fears momentarily silencing her.

perceiving her struggle, gave her

their immediate plan, she couldn’t shake a nagging dissatisfaction that lingered beneath

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

found herself subtly avoiding deeper involvement with the matters concerning the Oceanic Empire.

she had made to the man. Despite her efforts, the promise haunted her, stubbornly clinging to the corners of

mind.

I said didn’t come true… No, I can’t think about this

away from the spiraling thoughts as she rushed back to her classroom to catch the remainder of

belongings, her mind still a whirl of

forget about the banquet tonight. Both my dad and I will be waiting for you.”

about the event. With a nonchalant

intent on packing for an extended stay at the Thornton residence to closely monitor and

her packing, the sudden opening of the door

doorway, his figure casting a long shadow across the room. His unexpected. presence made her heart skip

response was a cold chuckle, unsettling in

merely intending to grab a USB drive for work. Yet,

in such a

gloomy. Suddenly, he strode over and grabbed her wrist. Then, with a condescending sneer, he asked. What now? Planning to