Chapter 266
Chapter 268
Before Zayn could continue, Stanley interrupted in a low voice, “We’re divorced. There’s no need to update me on her situation.”
Zayn paused for a moment, then nodded respectfully. “Understood.” He turned and left the room.
At that moment, Jessica walked out. She had overheard everything Stanley had said. A smile curled on her lips as she approached him.
She knew Stanley’s decisive nature. Once he had divorced Wendy, he wanted nothing more to do with her.
Now, his heart and mind were entirely focused on Jessica. She was his one true love.
Jessica stepped closer and wrapped her arms around Stanley’s waist from behind.
Stanley didn’t need to look to know it was her. His gaze shifted from the window, and he lowered his eyes to the small hands that had latched onto his waist.
Jessica’s right wrist had mostly healed, but there was still ascar, a reminder of the injury that ruined its beauty. As a dancer, she was someone who valued her appearance deeply.
Stanley gently took her right wrist in his hand. “I’ve already contacted the best doctors overseas. They’ll help remove that scar.”
Jessica smirked, her lips curling up. “No, I want to keep it.”
Stanley turned to face her. “Why?”
“Because it’s a mark of my love for you,” she replied, her voice soft but firm. “I want to keep it as a reminder, a reminder for you to always love me.”
Jessica was clever. She wanted to keep the scar as a way to make Stanley feel guilty, a reminder of the time he had spent with Wendy.
Stanley looked at her, then pulled her into his embrace, his hand resting gently on her shoulder. “It won’t happen again.”
Jessica smiled and nodded, her excitement shining through. “When are we getting married?”
She was ready. She wanted to make it official.
Stanley tightened his hold on her. “Grandma doesn’t know yet that Wendy and I have divorced. She can’t handle any more stress in her current condition, so we can’t get married right now.”
Jessica felt a surge of irritation toward Glinda. If it weren’t for that old woman, she would already be Mrs. Hawk.
Jessica didn’t let her frustration show. Instead, she leaned against him sweetly. “Okay, but I need recognition. I want to work for us. How about this–introduce me to your mother’s family. I want to gain their recognition and support.”
Stanley’s mother was from the prestigious Lincoln family, one of the most respected names in the Capital. Jessica had long coveted their approval.
Once she had the Lincoln family’s support, even if Glinda opposed the marriage, she wo accept it.
ave no choice but to
“Their youngest is your cousin, right? Bebe? I’ve heard she’s the favorite. Introduce us. I’m sure we’ll become best friends,” Jessica cooed, her voice playful.
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Chapter 268
She wanted to be best friends with Bebe?
Stanley eyed Jessica. That might be more difficult than she thought.
But he didn’t reject her request. “Alright, I’ll try.”
“Thank you. You’re the best!” Jessica beamed as she slipped into his embrace, a smug smile playing on her lips.
What else did Wendy have to fight her with?
At that moment, a melodic ringtone echoed in the room–Stanley’s phone was ringing.
It was Dave, Harfield’s chancellor, calling.
Stanley answered the call.
“Mr. Hawk.” Dave’s voice came through clearly. “In a few days, there will be a Summit Academic Forum at the Hovendale Sports Arena. Elites from around the world will be attending. This time, we would like you and the genius freshman to give the closing speech for Harfield.”
Stanley held the phone in his hand, absorbing the news.
He was going to give the closing speech with the genius freshman?
