She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 317:

“Trent informed me you’ve returned to Alerith.” Hugh spoke delicately, treading carefully to avoid further damaging their fragile relationship. “If your schedule permits, visit the company today. Didn’t you express interest in an investment advisor position?”

Freya instinctively glanced at Melvin, weighing her options carefully. After a moment’s contemplation, she nodded. “Okay.”

She would need to face this situation eventually; addressing it promptly seemed the wiser choice.

Hugh’s voice brightened with unmistakable relief. “I’ll be waiting at the company. Just let me know when you arrive.”

Freya responded with a simple, “Alright.”

After ending the call, she briefed Melvin on her plans.

He efficiently distributed the freshly signed documents before personally escorting her to the Briggs Group office.

ten when they pulled up to the imposing

hastened to greet her at the entrance, ushering her

precise—secure the investment advisor

out as she turned

Freya halted mid-stride.

Hugh continued, retrieving an elegantly designed invitation card from his desk drawer. “Lionel Shaw is celebrating his 80th birthday and extended an invitation to us. Should

business perspective, their presence would be

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intricate history with the Shaw family… if

Freya declared

Hugh’s brow furrowed with concern. “Given your divorce from Kristian, won’t

attending as Briggs Group’s representative, not as Freya,” she explained, her tone measured. Though not particularly fond of Hugh, she saw no reason to leave him anxious. “Besides, he holds no power over

visibly reassured.

her lips together, ultimately choosing silence over further

invitation to join him for lunch, Freya declined politely. Departing with the signed contract