The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 25

“Hailey Nicolas took a sip of water, his tone carrying a weight of seriousness.

Nicolas had just found Hailey, and now he had to start lecturing her. It wasn’t something he wanted to do

Besides, what if he came across too harsh and hurt her feelings! That was the last thing Nicolas wanted.

After reading the text, Hailey felt more at rase. No matter what the truth was between her and Owen, everyone now believed they were a couple.

And they had an agreement–three months. They had to keep up the act for at least that long before they could officially “break up. Hailey couldn’t go back on her word.

“Uncle. Hailey stood up, pouring Nicolas a glass of water with a soft smile. “I know exactly what you’re going to say. Don’t worry. I’ve thought it all through. My studies will always come first.”

Owen chimed in right after, “Uncle, I won’t get in the way of Hailey’s studies.”

Nicolas nearly choked on his water, whipping his head around to glare at Owen. “Who said you could call me that?”

Owen rubbed the back of his neck, looking completely innocent.

This guy’s such an act, Nicolas thought, slapping the “troublemaker” label on him immediately. No doubt, Owen must use his good looks to lure Hailey in. But if Hailey really likes him, there is no choice.

Nicolas only thought that he hadn’t even had a chance to properly spoil her yet, and now she was already being stolen away by some guy. It was heartbreaking.

So, for the rest of the meal, Nicolas sat there looking downright miserable.

“Oh, Hailey,” Nicolas said suddenly, “Do you have time this weekend? I’ll come pick you up. Let’s have a family dinner. Your grandparents have been missing you like crazy. I haven’t even told them we found you yet. They’re going to be over the moon when they hear.”

Hailey thought for a moment before asking, “Uncle, can we have it at home?”

“Of course,” Nicolas replied without hesitation.

A smile lit up Hailey’s face. She said, “Td love that. I really want to see where Mom grew up.

the mention of Valerie, Nicolas sighed. “Valerie was always such a good kid. The only time she ever truly stood her ground was when

who would’ve thought that just after you were born, everything would fall apart… Aiden

room falling into a brief silence.

up the past. We finally found Hailey–let’s focus on that. Oh, right, Hailey, how’s it been staying at

“Casey’s right. Aiden has always been selfish. There’s no way he’d treat you well. If things ever get difficult over

Nicolas truly saw Hailey as family, even

Hailey’s chest as she smiled at Nicolas.

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to

with him makes me feel a little

had just occurred to Nicolas, his expression darkened. “I heard about that stepmother

had happened since Hailey returned to Hallon City When he learned what Rose

is shameless, Nicolas snapped.

been handled. Hailey reassured him. “Uncle, you don’t have to worry. With Owen around, my father won’t be interfering with my marriage

all, getting tied to Owen was something Aiden was

finally eased–just a

finished lunch, the afternoon was already slipping away. Hailey and Casey had classes to attend, and Nicolas had meetings lined up. 50, Owen–who had arrived halfway through–ended up being the one

back to school..

Nicolas watched Hailey slide into the backseat with Casey, and only then did he leave with a satisfied

like a full–on predator, watching his every

was slightly annoyed but couldn’t do much about it.

husband, you two who confessed first?” Casey asked, completely

“Casey, just call him Owen.”

said with a faint smile. “You can call me that for

a look, pressing her lips

Owen it is. So?” Casey wasn’t letting it

his eyes on the road. “I did. Your

“Oh my God, Hailey, your face

fair skin dusted with a soft pink. She