Chapter 897 Something Bad Is About To Happen (2/2)

“Marry into a family with tens of billions of assets? How lucky I am! I won’t be so foolish as to break off the engagement. At worst, I can receive money as part of the divorce settlement,” said Rachel Ruan.

Their great-grandfathers made a pact about their engagement a hundred years ago...

mile on her face.

But inside she knew she would never include Sean and Jade if at all Zed messed up in the future. Nevertheless, she was grateful for the support and kindness.

It made her happy that they weren't prejudiced in Zed's favor, even though he was their son. Instead, they thought from Jean's point of view.

It was moving to be at the receiving end of such care once in a while.

But the matter at hand remained unresolved and worried her. She looked at Sean and opened her mouth to speak again, ”Dad, Elizabeth...”

”Don't worry. I'm not a dotard just yet. I was just too angry and shocked. Thanks for reminding me that this is all for Simon. I really understand and cherish what you have done for him,”

Sean assured genuinely.

Jean was truly satisfied to see him reason. With a thankful smile, she said, ”I feel relieved now. Sometimes, we just have to tell little white lies to protect the ones we care about. As long as we can make Uncle Simon's final wish come true, it'll all be worth it. Besides, I think Elizabeth could develop some feelings for Kirk in time.”

”I don't care whether she has feelings for Kirk or not. But if she's going to marry him, she needs to control her feelings for Zed. Also, you don't have to speak for her anymore. I've promised not to say anything to her, so I'll keep my words,”

Sean interrupted with a serious face. He knew what was on Jean's mind.

Jean too knew it was time for her to shut her mouth.

If she went on talking, she would only make things worse.

”I'll go to my room now. If you're bored, you can take a walk in the yard,” Sean said gesturing towards his room, and walked away.