When Love Becomes a Cage by Nora

Chapter 192



Evelyn was like someone who had just spotted a lifebuoy in a stormy sea, rushing over with relief. "Fenton, how come you're back early? Weren't you supposed to be gone for another week or two?" "The tournament wrapped up, so I decided to head back earlier."

"How's big bro doing? I changed my flight as soon as I got the news. Is he awake yet?"

Fenton was dressed like a typical college student, bursting with youthful energy.

Pushing his suitcase and with a backpack slung over his shoulders, his face was full of life.

His arrival seemed to break the ice, and even Merritt gave him a warm smile.

"The doctors say your brother is still in the recovery phase."

"Heard you were at an international debate tournament? How did it go?"

Fenton sheepishly scratched his head, "Got second place. The home team took the win."

"But I snagged the Best Speaker award. Had to rush off, so I asked a mate to bring it back for me."

isn't bad at all, considering it's

looked at his son with visible pride, his smile growing

family seemed less than

familiar with Fenton; he had been studying abroad in

the achiever, with Evelyn often going on about how he was fast-tracked by his

was only the second time I

at me, slightly surprised, "Melanie? Have you

and nodded, not

atmosphere lightened considerably, and Merritt seemed more inclined

to work in the country, Evelyn

management, right? Ever think about what you'd want to do back

quickly reminded Merritt, "He's got a double degree; also studied economics." Merritt's smile broadened, "A fine young man. Your grandfather would have been proud." "So, are you thinking of going into management, or heading into the financial sector?" Fenton seemed a bit embarrassed, then

but I understood his implication. It seemed the Patterson family also wanted Fenton to

graduate degree, landing a good

family business ready and waiting, as long as he was competent, Clyde would surely value his

you've watched him grow up. Now,

old guard in the company

around, b also be a support