She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 39

Chapter 39 She Deserved Genuine Happiness

"I'll manage our affairs," Freya assured Lionel with gentle confidence. "Don't allow unworthy individuals to compromise your wellbeing."

Lionel responded, his affection for Freya unmistakable in his expression, "I'll follow your advice."

Throughout the remainder of the day, Freya remained in Lionel's hospital room, engaging him in conversation.

They explored numerous subjects, and she successfully kept his spirits elevated and his mind occupied.

Lionel possessed remarkable intuition; he detected countless subtle indicators in Freya's words.

During a moment when they had the room to themselves, Lionel ventured, "Freya."

"Yes?"

"Tell me truthfully, does your family possess considerable wealth?" Lionel inquired without pretense.

Extended interaction with someone invariably revealed aspects of their background.

He noticed that Freya maintained an unwavering composure regardless of circumstances, as though nothing could disrupt her inner equilibrium. Such poise typically stemmed from one's formative environment.

Freya acknowledged it straightforwardly. "Indeed."

"Would you tell me more about your family?" Lionel asked without pressure, leaving the decision entirely to

her.

"My father owns the Briggs Group," Freya disclosed.

Lionel erupted in hearty laughter, expressing his approval repeatedly.

As Freya methodically peeled fruit for him, she requested, "Could you maintain this information in confidence

for now?"

"Absolutely, your secret is safe with me!" Lionel responded without hesitation, his concerns visibly diminishing as he added, "Knowing your lineage, my worries have substantially decreased."

"Worries?" Freya asked, slightly perplexed.

Lionel's demeanor brightened considerably. "Without powerful connections behind you, I would fe might mistreat you."

Warmth bloomed in Freya's heart at his protective concern.

stian

Lionel exhaled deeply. "I understand my grandson's character thoroughly.

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loyalty. When that moment arrives,

continued her methodical

in most matters, there's one issue I must address," Lionel declared, his energy visibly

to remarry you in the future, don't yield

genuinely distressed, believing wholeheartedly in Freya's inherent goodness. "Men

without effort."

cleared her throat softly, and remarked, "You yourself are a

conceal his embarrassment

"I understand," Freya acknowledged.

if Freya were his

Lionel committed himself to supporting

Kristian prepared to enter when his grandfather's words reached his ears. He furrowed his brow involuntarily, wondering why everyone

his mother had mentioned it when he processed the discharge

dismissed these thoughts and pushed the door open.

dimensions.

informed Lionel, his tone maintaining its characteristic detachment and frigidity. "Shall I escort you home, or would you prefer your 'dear granddaughter'

previous morning's incident. He had been exercising in the yard when Kristian arrived with Ashley at the family residence. Following a cursory introduction, Kristian

by indignation.

you wish," Kristian stated

gathering their belongings, Freya escorted Lionel from

maintained the pretense of

contact.

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She

Another day clapsed.

in Jeucwell. Having provided

proceeded to her apartment, awaiting

days remained until

decided against returning to Alerith

work on her laptop, the doorbell's

much deliberation, she rose from

find Ashley waiting there, Freya momentarily froze, surprised that the

trench coat that complemented her lustrous hair flowing over her shoulders. "I need to discuss something important

Freya declined without hesitation, adding pointedly, "I'd rather not

as she struggled to maintain her carefully cultivated

demeanor.