Chapter 17

Sean said just then, “Don’t bother with that bonehead, Helen–it’s been a long day, and you must be tired. I’ve booked us a VIP room at the hotel, so why don’t you and your mom get some rest?”

“Yeah, of course–I’m so tired.” Gina promptly agreed to it and started to pull Helen along. “Let’s go,

dear.”

Helen stood still, however. “Mom, no.”

She knew very well what Sean wanted, but she was not ready to start a new relationship now.

Gina shot Frank a look. “What do you mean, no? There’s no husband waiting for you at home. Why

bother?”

Seeing his chance, Sean promptly pressed his advantage. “That’s right, Helen. We could also chat about the agreement tonight.”

Though Frank appeared neutral as he stood nearby, his words were filled with anger. “Word of advice, Helen–go home.”

a couple days ago, and he had to watch her get a room with another man

with me, you brat!” Sean growled through

of contempt too. “Helen can go wherever she wants! You don’t get to tell her what to do!”

was when Helen’s phone started ringing, and she snapped

to the wails of her brother Peter.

Helen, my hand…”

wrong?” Helen asked in

my hand… I’m at

be right

voice and

hand,” Helen said anxiously. “He’s at

are you waiting for?! Let’s go!”

now only cared about getting to the hospital and

under his breath, fuming since he

he forced himself to appear concerned.

and they all left the banquet hall, leaving Frank

like Peter proved useful when needed. And since he was no longer being harassed, he sat down and

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