Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

As she reacted so strongly, Kaden became even more convinced of his inner thoughts.

Elsie really didn't like him anymore.

Elsie had fallen for Hackett, her brother-in-law..

Elsie looked at Kaden's gaze fixed on her, feeling very uneasy, even finding her explanations feeble.

Elsie shouted angrily, "I said no means no! Stop spreading rumors! I would never steal a man from my own sister! Even if they get divorced, I would never entertain such thoughts!"

In reality, these words were more like reminders to Elsie herself reminding herself not to succumb to Hackett's charm.

Kaden flashed a slight smile, "Elsie, I believe you. I will always believe you."

But behind that smile, Kaden concealed an insatiable greed.

Whether Elsie liked him or not didn't matter as much as him becoming a son-in-law of the Maddox family, by any means necessary.

"Kaden, you..." Elsie didn't know how to react, overwhelmed by guilt.

"Elsie, I believe everything you've said. Don't worry. Even if they investigate me, I won't reveal your involvement. This doesn't concern you, to begin with." Elsie remained silent, only staring at Kaden.

This made Kaden feel that Elsie was deeply wary of him now. In any case, Elsie was not willing to marry him, but that couldn't be allowed.

Kaden had to find a way to make Elsie marry him sooner. The longer this dragged on, the less likely they were to get married.

Kaden grabbed Elsie's hand and slowly leaned in to kiss her, but Elsie quickly dodged.

"Don't do this. It won't look good if my family sees us. I have to go back." Elsie said and turned to run.

Kaden watched her hurried retreat and sneered, "Whether you love me or not doesn't matter, but I must become your husband. You have no choice." At the James Manor.

After Hackett returned, he looked at the vast estate and found it utterly boring.

Alfred approached him from behind, "Mr. James, would you like to have a meal, or perhaps take a bath, or soak in the hot spring?"

The man glanced at him, "Naomi isn't soaking in the hot spring today?"

"Ms. Rogers doesn't soak in the hot spring every day. She did it last night."

"How's her health been lately? When is she planning to go home?" It would be awkward if only Hackett and Naomi were left in the estate.

Alfred replied honestly, "I'm not entirely sure about Ms. Rogers health, but she's been quite temperamental every day, always getting angry with the servants. We've had several changes of maids attending to her."

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Hackett chuckled, She dares to discipline my servants here?"

Alfred remained silent.

"Help me pack a few clothes to send to Starry Bay, I'll be staying here for the next few days."

"Got it.

Hackett put his hands in his pockets, glanced around the estate, and felt like something was missing, perhaps the noisy presence of Alex.

"Do you want to have dinner here as well? I'll have the maids prepare your

clothes."

"Yes, keep it simple and quick."

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"Got it," Alfred nodded and replied respectfully.

So the two of them headed into the villa.

Once in the dining room, Hackett pulled out a chair and sat down, feeling strangely lonely in the quiet atmosphere. Usually, he couldn't have a peaceful meal with Alex around, but now it was empty. After a while, Alfred brought in three dishes and a soup.

"I said to keep it simple," Hackett said, picking up his utensils.

Alfred smiled, "Mr. Barron made it clear when he was at the estate that we should take good care of your daily life, especially when comes to dining."

His grandpa...

Hackett paused in the middle of picking up his food, a faint smile appearing on his lips.

"Very well, you can go

now."

Alfred nodded and left the room.

As Alfred exited the dining room, he spotted Naomi rushing in, and he greeted her, "Ms. Rogers, do you need something?"

"Where's Hackett? Is he planning to move out?" Naomi was eager to get some clarity upon hearing the news.

Valeria and Alex had already moved out of the estate. She had been waiting for this opportunity, but now Hackett was planning to leave as well.

If so, what was the point of her staying alone in the estate?

"It's Mr. James' business, and we have no right to interfere."

"I'm asking you, where is he now?" Naomi couldn't be bothered with Alfred and wanted to talk to Hackett herself.

To be honest, Alfred was equally uninterested in a lengthy conversation and replied, "He's currently dining in the restaurant."

As soon as Alfred finished speaking, Naomi walked straight in the direction of the restaurant.

Alfred glanced at Naomi's hasty departure and shook his head in resignation, muttering to himself, "This troublesome young lady is better left for Mr. James to deal with personally."

Because Naomi was only gentle and pleasant when facing Mr. James. Otherwise, she could be quite the wild one in front of others.

In the dining room.

Naomi briskly entered and saw Hackett leisurely enjoying his meal. Her anger subsided by half in an instant.Contentt bel0ngs to N0ve/lDrâ/ma.O(r)g!

"Why are you looking for me?" Hackett slowly looked up at Naomi and asked.

Naomi composed herself and said, "Why are you moving out too? Don't you want to stay in the same space as the?"

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Hackett chuckled softly, "You're overthinking it. I've been busy lately, so I need to stay closer to the company. If you want to soak in the hot spring, go ahead and enjoy yourself as long as you want. When you're done, I'll have Harry come to pick you up." "You're leaving, and I'll be alone here. What's the point of me staying? I..."

Mid-sentence, Naomi suddenly realized she might have said too much and immediately stopped.

Hackett, however, laughed out loud and looked at Naomi, "Did you really think I didn't know what you were up to? You saved Alex's life, and I appreciate that. I'll grant all your requests but what you want from me, I can't give, not in this lifetime. So, don't waste your time on me."

"How do you know you can't give it? You haven't even tried. How do you know it won't work?"

Since Hackett seemed to know everything, Naomi decided not to continue the act and just admit it.

"Because I don't want to, I don't want to try. Is that reason enough?"

Pears welled up in Naomi's eyes. Just like back then, Hackett was still steadfast in rejecting her.

When Naomi heard what Hackett had said just now, her emotions plummeted. Looking at him, she said with a sad face, "I'll pack my things and leave. You don't have to go. This is your home. I'm leaving."

After saying that, Naomi turned and left the restaurant, her footsteps heavy as if carrying a thousand pounds with each step

"Wait a moment."

At that, Naomi stopped in her tracks at once, her eyes shining with hope, thinking that Hackett was going to stop her. She turned back with a smile.

Unexpectedly, Hackett only wiped his mouth, stood up, and said, "You can stay here for as long as you want, relying on your title as Alex's savior. I'm busy lately and probably won't be coming back."