Wynne had not replied to any of them.
Every time Zach and Serena fought, it was the same old lines. Wynne had long grown tired of it
Now, Serena was tired of it too. She stopped taking photos and decided to tell Wynne everything about Zach and Wendy.
wynne was furious and immediately called her. “That bastard! I knew all along that Zach and Wendy weren’t any good! Ever since he started helping her, how many fights have you two had? If you hadn’t still loved him back then, I would’ve slapped him myself…”
Wynne’s voice exploded through the phone.
Serena was just about to respond when she noticed Hugh walking toward her. She quickly hung up.
Almost instantly, her phone buzzed with a flood of texts from Wynne.
Wynne “Why did you hang up on me? You don’t love Zach anymore, but do you not love me either?”
Wynine: “Okay, okay, I was wrong! Next time, I promise I’ll tell you to make up instead of break up!”
Wynne: “Nina!!!
Her best friend was tallong nonsense.
Serena barely had time to process before Hugh reached ber. She sighed and quickly typed out a response “It’s not that I don’t love you. I’m at my husband’s house, meeting his family. Not exactly the best time for a phone call.”
The typing on the other end stopped for two full seconds.
Hugh had already reached her, his gaze dropping to her phone. “Am I interrupting?”
No, I was just sharing pictures of the garden with my friend. It’s beautiful here,” Serena said, shaking her head.
Before Hugh could respond, her phone vibrated again Wynne wasn’t done.
Wynne: “Husband You dumped Zach, and now you have a new husband?”
Wynne: “Hright, looks, family background–send me everything in three seconds. If he has abs, pictures are also welcome
A flood of messages popped up on the screen
Serena’s heart skipped a beat. She couldn’t believe Wynne would say whatever popped into her mind without a second thought If Hugh saw this, she would never be able to face him again
Hosted Wynne’s nontications before she could send another barrage at messages.
iter fupres moved vaihtly a nasi the screen, but High, a fual been weeching her, frowned slightly. It was the firsttimehehat seen her so absorbed in her phone.
Leeson te idence makes you uncomfortable, Dean lave Chander take you home first”
serena locked in surprise, slipping her phone into her bag mmWe haven’t even had dinner yet. That wouldn’t be appropriate”
Hun datert. His tone was light as it defying the expectations of the family elders was something he could do without a second thought
chelped mealst I’ll play my part as your wife properly, Besides, it we love early, Grandpa won’t be happy
- pently took Hugh’s arm
its mouse les trosed for a moment before slowly relaxing “TE take you to the
you to the study to rest
yto rest first,” he said.
as they walked sade by side through the garden
utchful eyes from the household remained fixed on them, scrutinizing their every
hudy was nothing out of the ordinary
The deck was coverd with documents, and an entire wall was lined with books on business and investment. But the only thing that caught Serena’s interest was the plush
deer, perfect for a pick rest
wath Hugh’s permission, she took the soft pillow and light blanket from the maid, curled up on the couch, and closed her eyes for a quick rest
When High returned later, he found her doang off, completely unpanded. The sight made
chandina glanned down at the document in his hands. “Mr. Nelson might not make it back in time from overseas-
Thigh silenced him and took a seat across from Serena, resting his chin on one hand. He read for a bit, but his eyes kept drifting back to her.
sacktohe
Chandler took the hint and silently left the room
By winning, Sepenia woke up prozzily and touched up her makeup in front of the mirror.
Hugli stood by the door, waiting patiently. “My father and my brother Nelson are still abroad. Only my eldest brother Eric will be here tonight. Don’t take anything he says to heart
Dressed in a violet termud gown, Sereagoe him a soft smile and took his outstretched hand. Together, they headed downstairs for dinner.
The dining table was set. Calv
head His eldest grandson, Fric Larson, was seated to his left. Hugh led Serenato the right and took their seats
The was rely 20 years older than Hugh, making: seem more like an elder than an older brother.
bust as tepena was about to pick up fire fork and kuille, fake’s voice rang out.
”Den if Hugh has his condition, there was no need to attalige a manage with someone from the Luisen family our family would have done just fine in Javerton City without
- v. it’s a wonder a beautifd I gentle woman would even agree to marry hin
His words were light, but each one was a jab, aiming to belittle both Hugh and Serena
Serena remained silent, her expression indifferent. The Larson family was vast and powerful, but beneath the surface, hidden tensions and rivalries barked
tion at starring spconflict and simply focused on her meal.
Without even glavnig op, Hugli pripondedcalesly, “You’re right. Serena is both beautiful and gealle. I appreciate the compliment on her behalf.
Serenablinked in slight stupelse That was, an interesting way to answer.
A thicker of astoniskatuent passed through Fri ́’s eyes. Around the table, the atmosphere shiited.
Most of term hat assumed that Hugh and Serena’s affection was merely for show. But now, even in the face of Eric’s remarks, Hugh was standing by her without hesitation
