Chapter 424 His Leaving (1/2)

Stephen continued sharing, ”But I was worried. My intention of getting close to her at first was to get back at you. So I'm afraid that Cherry would discover that, and she would be so mad at me that she would never speak to me again.” While he spoke, Stephen got emotional, ”All this time it upsets me, and leaves me wondering how Cherry will treat me when she learns the truth.”

Jackson took in everything Stephen said and after a long silence told him, ”Stephen, leave the city. If she isn't aware of this information, then you need to bury them. Forget what has happened and make a fresh start in a new city.”

Stephen gave a curt nod, ”I planned to leave even if you didn't suggest it. Actually, I have already packed to leave. I'm flying out in two days. My childhood memories will remain buried here. This time, I wanted to let everything go, and take a long vacation. Maybe...” He paused for a second, ”Maybe I won't return, ever.”

Jackson stared at Stephen silently thinking. Before meeting with Stephen today, he wouldn't have believed they could sit and have an amicable talk together. He was astonished by Stephen's thought. He never expected that Stephen should give everything up so easily and completely.

Stephen saw the contemplative look in Jackson's eyes and smiled, ”What is this? Are you worried about me? Take it easy, and don't fret, I've planned for everything. So many years have passed, but we all live under that shadow. I know everyone is unhappy. I'll leave, and you should be able to relax a little. Take care of Cherry and teach your son. Joe is brilliant.”

Jackson nodded his head and he would keep in mind all things Stephen said. He believed that he should be satisfied that he could talk to Stephen quietly. If that accident hadn't happened, Stephen would be a second Derek to Jackson, instead of turning his back against him.

Stephen thought of something, ”What about Sally and Mond?”

Jackson told him, ”Don't worry, I'll handle them.” To be honest, he'd never treated Mond like a real enemy, and deep down, he didn't think Sally would do anything 'crazy'.

Stephen worried still though, ”You need to take extra precautions. I don't worry as much about Mond. I would be worried about what Sally might do though.”

Stephen's warning confused Jackson. He was under the impression that Sally was under Mond's orders. Was Stephen implying Sally to act without Mond's permission or knowledge?

Stephen went on, ”You and Mond are a very alike, and after Andrew's death, Mond has changed his mind a little. So, you needn't to be too worried. He isn't full of bloodlust as he once was. He won't do anything to bring harm to Cherry or Joe. But Sally? She's is different. I can't fathom what she might do next. You should know better than anyone how crazy she is.”

Jackson nodded, understanding what Stephen meant.

Stephen stood up, and looked at Jackson while he said calmly, ”Well, I have said and done what I wanted. I sincerely hope you lead the city's entertainment business forward to a brighter future.”

Jackson stood too. Facing Stephen, he reached out to shake his hand and simply said, ”Thanks.”

Stephen smiled. As he took Jackson's hand shaking it, he replied, ”Jackson, I know you have

“Let's go and register our marriage on your birthday!”