She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

Chapter 142

Chapter 144

Athena couldn't hear what was said on the other end of the bank call, but she noticed Jaden's smile fade. He took a deep breath, trying to suppress his disappointment, and asked, "Could you tell me why I don't meet the loan criteria?" After a moment, he forced a bitter smile and said, "Okay, I understand. Thank you for your assistance. He put his phone away, twisted open a bottle of water, and stared at the distant mountains as he drank silently.

Athena waited

I until he finished the entire bottle before asking. Taden, why was your loan application denied?"

Jaden smiled slightly. "When I consulted with the bank, they said my application should be fine and asked me to wait a few days.

Just now, the bank informed me that there are too many loan applicants, and they can't arrange for me in the short term. They suggested I try other banks instead. "When I asked how long I'd have to wait, they said it's hard to say, and it's better not to wait

The implication was clear. There was no hope. Athena

ena quietly sighed to I to herself, feeling that Jaden's luck was just too bad.

She consoled him, saying, "Jaden,

just

put the loan aside for now Maybe luck will come your way soon.

Oh, and my friend wants to check on Grandma's and Grandpa's health. If everything looks good, she can perform surgery on them anytime. You might need to take some time to accompany them to the hospital in the near future." investments after a while.

at home, she planned to Jaden to help with

With everyone busy yeah, once Mom and Dad's business is on track, or when Joshua and Zayn come back, I can think of another way."

Jaden smiled

again. "Yea

He looked up toward the flower-lined path ahead, his expression softening, "Look, Grandma and Grandpa are waiting for you at the door." Athena gazed the slope and saw two stooped figures leaning on a walking stick, standing together at the entrance and looking in their direction. One of the elders raised his left hand, and the other raised her right, slowly waving at her.

Though their vision was poor, and Athena's Grandma was nearly blind and only able to see within 10 feet, at this moment, it felt as if they truly saw Athena, and she could feel their joy resonating from deep within. Athena's eyes grew warm, and she couldn't help but raise her hand to wave back at the elderly couple,

During her trip to the countryside, Athena stayed for three or four days, took a ton of photos, and even posted a few shots on Facebook where the location and identities were unrecognizable.

Meanwhile, Matthew was out every day with his rumored girlfriend, spending the night at her place.

conversation with Matthew's sister and even took pictures together. Public opinion generally believed that Matthew was serious about this

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handle the situation of Matthew being in love with someone

Netizen b.

been so many days, and the Graham family and the Powell family haven't responded at all, as if the joint marriage has never been mentioned. It's too strange.] Netizen C: [Do you think it was Matthew who convinced the Grabam family and the Powell family,

this woman will disappear, three days, a week,

above comment is so scary. We live in a society governed by laws

went

a

evening, Matthew's rumored girlfriend received a

discussions. Matthew That e An

a quiet

later, she

the other held a coffee pot, elegantly pouring coffee, exuding an air of royal grace that felt entirely

banquet of deceit. I really don't have the appetite

hostility. She seemed relaxed. "Tonight is just a casual greeting. We're far from a banquet of deceit. Are you really so

into Madalyn's eyes. "You definitely don't want to experience a true banquet of

clenched her hands on her knees, replying in a low voice, I know how powerful the Powell family is. You

lightly. "So, you're a

Madalyn remained silent.

cup. "In that case, I'll ask directly. Are

Madalyn replied, "Yes"

long have you known each

Madalyn answered, "One year."

did you officially become

"Three months ago.

you think attracts

better off asking him.

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plans to

haven't brought it up.

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