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.”

he had to

brat!” Sean growled through his teeth as he glared

too. “Helen can go wherever she wants! You don’t

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

the wails of her brother Peter.

my hand…”

What’s wrong?” Helen

hand… I’m at the

be

heard her son’s voice and promptly asked, “What happened

attacked Peter and broke his hand,” Helen said anxiously. “He’s at the hospital. We have to

you waiting for?! Let’s

she now only cared about getting to the hospital and did not even bother to tell

Sean swore under his breath, fuming since he was so

he forced himself to appear concerned. “I’m coming too, Helen.”

and they all left the banquet hall, leaving Frank

since

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