Chapter 248
The answer was both expected yet unanticipated.
It was unanticipated because Scarlett couldn't accept it.
The wedding date was fast approaching. Once Veronique and her son's identity came to light, not only would the Xuereb family's reputation take a hit, but the Fletcher family also would be subject to gossip. That wasn't something her father and brother wanted to see.
After pondering for a long time while sitting by the bed, she unlocked her phone and texted her brother.
She typed: Make some time and come over to Hallsbay these few days. I've got something urgent to discuss with you.
Veronique can't be allowed to live, nor the illegitimate child she gave birth to. I'll never allow the Fletcher family to become the laughingstock of the entire political arena. Never!
At the laboratory, the doorbell rang.
Veronique walked out in casual clothes and opened the door.
As she locked eyes with the person at the door, she was stunned for a moment.
The instant she jolted back to her senses, she instinctively wanted to close the door.
Justin stretched out a leg and stuck it at the edge of the doorframe. In a hoarse voice, he uttered, “I've got something to clarify with you. Let's talk things out.”
Turning her face away, Veronique countered placidly, “There's nothing to talk about between us. We've made things clear at the Revelle residence that day. Henceforth, we shall go our separate ways, never meeting again. You should leave. Don't disrupt my life anymore.”
Justin hung his head. After standing there silently for a long while, he took out a photo from his pocket and held it out to her. His voice guttural, he murmured, “Indeed, there's nothing to talk about between us. But we can still talk about him.”
Veronique lowered her eyes reflexively. As soon as she made out the countenance on the photo, her face went deathly pale, and she started trembling uncontrollably.
“How...”
headed out while saying “I'll be waiting for you in Room 201 at the coffee shop across the
“Jus—”
he
the door
thud snapped her
that Justin had learned the truth. He had already known
from his bloodshot eyes and utterly indifferent expression, Zephyr's existence must be
numb. She slid down the doorframe and slumped
the thought of telling Justin about Zephyr's
turned down by Scarlett, especially, she felt that he was the only person in the whole world who could
of no use even if she traveled the globe in search of a suitable bone marrow match. If the other party refused to donate, all her
and most secure solution was to seek Justin out and have him go
beholding the man's icy
to run away, fleeing as far as possible with
is still young. How devastated would he be if he were to see
floor of the coffee shop, Justin was sprawled on the table, resting, when Veronique pushed open
lifted his head. His bloodshot eyes fell on her, and he rasped, “You're here. Come over and have a seat. Let's talk about the
she walked over and sat down across from him. Subsequently, she ventured hesitantly, “Have you
“Hah.”
carried a hint of self-deprecation and mockery. That aside, helplessness and regret
feeling me out anymore. Artemis told me about
once, Veronique
didn't know what to say
myself on you?” Justin inquired
didn't want to hurt her, so I stayed away from her from the very beginning, allowing her no opportunity to approach me. Nor did I give her any hope. Later, she went abroad and started a brand new life. She slowly made a name for herself in the international arena and
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