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

chewed on her l*p,

Quinnells for 20 years, and never have I

Move!”

Alexis did not budge from the door.

want Mr. Quinnell to hear of

secretary, so my position is not under Mr. Quinnell’s purview,” Alexis answered

adjusted his

he was, the angrier Fiona got. If Naomi wasn’t allowed entry into the house, it would mean the Quinnells didn’t recognize her as one of their own. In other words, Fabian’s refusal to see her

the old man’s thoughts,

the elbow and attempted to storm past

about

she

to do

and walked away without causing

she could at least play this off as a failed visit

Fabian’s poor

bit her l*p and clutched Fiona’s hand, saying, “Aunt Fiona, we should leave. Grandpa must be worn out. We can come back

another day.”

day? Ms. Naomi, you didn’t travel all this way

protested

“Aunt Fiona, we’re

gleam in Naomi’s eyes and shuddered. She quickly escorted Naomi off the front doorstep. She glowered at

before leaving.

can be sure that I’ll call Mr. Quinnell and tell him about

guest,” Alexis

starting to understand why Wynter couldn’t stand Fiona and Naomi. They were

rude and high-handed despite

in the household.

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