Chapter 310 Despicable Duo

Lucas finally understood why Wynter had won over the hearts of those in Harmony Community.

She was young and insightful, not to mention driven and cool-headed. He looked forward to hearing about her legendary feats in Kingbourne.

However, some things prevented them from getting a clear picture,

and it would take time to uncover them all.

Meanwhile, over at the Quinnells’ residence in Kingbourne, Naomi once again found herself barred from entering the house.

She was holding a thermos flask containing hot soup, and she looked visibly upset as she demanded, “Alexis, I’ve brought tonic for Grandpa, and it’s supposed to be good for him. The doctors watched me make it, and they would have stopped me if they thought it would be bad for

Grandpa.”

“I’m sorry, Ms. Naomi,” Alexis said indifferently. “But Mr. Quinnell Senior’s condition is unpredictable and can quickly go from good to

bad. We have been advised by the specialist to monitor his diet

closely and do away with any risky tonics.”

Naomi tightened her grip on the thermos flask. Tears welled up in her eyes as she objected, “Alexis, listen to yourself! What do you even mean by ‘risky tonics”?”

“There, there, Ms. Naomi,” Fiona comforted soothingly.

She glared at Alexis and added angrily, “What does a secretary know about tonics anyway? I see no reason why Mr. Quinnell Senior’s

granddaughter has to be subject to such scrutiny when she’s delivering food to him!

“Ms. Naomi scalded herself while preparing that tonic, and you’re just

let her efforts go to

her

the Quinnells for 20 years, and never have I heard anything so

Move!”

Alexis did not budge from the door.

“Do you want Mr. Quinnell to hear of this and demote you when

Mr. Quinnell Senior’s personal secretary, so my position is not

he adjusted his glasses.

If Naomi wasn’t allowed entry into the house, it would mean the Quinnells didn’t recognize her as one of their

comprehend the old man’s thoughts, Fiona grabbed

the elbow and attempted to storm past

wits about her. She knew that if

the house, she had as good as

wanted nothing to do

and walked away without

then she could at least play this off as a failed visit on

Fabian’s poor

Fiona’s hand, saying, “Aunt Fiona, we should leave. Grandpa must be worn out. We

another day.”

travel all this way

protested

off brusquely, “Aunt

Naomi’s eyes and shuddered. She quickly escorted Naomi off the front doorstep.

before leaving.

Mr. Quinnell and tell him about

my guest,” Alexis drawled sarcastically.

stand Fiona and Naomi. They were the reason why Wynter

rude and high-handed despite their positions

in the household.

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