Chapter 388_Marrying

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 Chapter 388

 A voice came from behind. “Mathew!

 Manhew suddenly came back to his senses and saw Angel. His previously calm face instantly turned into anger. “Why are you here! Have you not learned your lessonst time?”

 Hearing this. Angel immediately stepped back. Seeing Matthew’s disgust towards her, she couldn’t help but tear up. “Matthew, I know you hate me, but I am also Olivia’s god–granddaughter, I have to attend the memorial service”

 As she spoke, Angel ced a bouquet of white flowers by the coffin. Seeing the toys and clothes ced inside the coffin, she couldn’t help bur sigh.

 “Sarah was also my god–sister. She passed away so young and suffered a lot. I truly feel heartbroken. Her voice choked up as she spoke. Her at crying was dramatic but ineffective. Despite rubbing her eyes until they turned red, not a single tear fell.

 attempt

 Seeing this, Matthew couldn’t help but say coldly. “Has anyone ever told you how terrible your acting skills are! You and Sarah barely met a few times. I’m not convinced that you’re heartbroken at all”

 Angel was at a loss for words, her face turning red. “No. 1..”

 Angel was

 was embarrassed and at a loss for words. Just then, Olivia walked over from behind. “Manhew, don’t bully Angel!”

 Angel quickly hugged Olivia’s arm and sofily pleaded, “Olivia. I really came to see Sarah. We grew up together in a way. She is gone now, and I truly feel bad about it…

 As Angel spoke, she lowered her head, looking sorrowful. Seeing her like this, Olivia couldn’t help but feel distressed.

 Angel was just a year older than Sarah. Although they had only seen each other a few times, they were the closest in age among the children,

 When Olivia lost her granddaughter years ago. Angel happened to be studying piano at the Anderson family’s home. With Sarah absent, arge part of Olivia’s heart was missing, Angel happened to fill this void. While the rest of the family was out searching for Sarah, Olivia foundfort in Angel’s <bpany.

 During the many days of </bpanionship, Angel consistently presented herself as a kind and sweet child. Naturally, Olivia grew fond of her. Among all the children, only Angel was adopted as Olivia’s god–granddaughter.

 Seeing Angel in tears, Olivia’s heart softened. She immediately posted Angel’s hand. I know. Good girl, don’t be sad. I will speak up for you

 I know you love me. Angel coaxed softly, but her gaze met Matthew’s icy stare, causing her to shrink back in fear.

 Ever since thest photo was taken, she instinctively feared Matthew, She dared not say or do anything upon receiving his warning re.

 Matthew couldn’t be bothered to argue. On such a solemn asion, talking too much might disrupt the memorial.

 In truth, Olivia knew well that without Sarah’s remains returned, this memorial was just a formality to express grief and nothing more. But since they had arranged it, they couldn’t let Olivia have more regrets.

 Amid the conversation, Olivia suddenly remembered something and nced around at all the guests. Then, she frowned and muttered, “Why hasn’t hee

 Curious, Matthew asked, “Olivia, who are you referring to

 Olivia sighed. “Someone who should havee of all people…”

 Today, Valerie came to Redfield Pictures to sign a contract.

 On Noria Group’s side, Manny made it easy for her and directly resigned. After contacting this side, both parties quickly reached an agreement and she signed the contract.

 Shawn wasn’t in a hurry for her to start recording. Instead, he gave her the script for “Catechism” and asked her to familianze herself with it first. Valerie had the same intention. She had been out of the industry for a while and nned to consult Daren on some details and technical aspects.

 As soon as she left the group’s main gate, she ran into a familiar figure.

 her. However, for some re

 some reason, there seemed to

 “Mr. Redfield, you’re here! Valerie had a deep respect for Max due to his previous kindness toward her. However, be a hint of disappointment in Max’s eyes, and he didn’t seem to be in a good mood,

 Max

 x smiled at her, “Yeah, just passing by!”

 Thinking back, Valerie first met Max when he was buying a car for his wife, which showed their close rtionship. But these past few days whenever

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 she saw him, he was always alone.

 And considering the date, today should be his birthday. She thought, Why isn’t Mr. Redfield at home with his wife but instead at thepany? Could it be that there’s something wrong with the carl

 Valerie hesitated for a moment but couldn’t help asking about her doubts,

 Max appeared visibly surprised, seemingly not expecting Valerie to still be thinking about this matter. Then he smiled slightly. “My wife loved she loved it in her dreams. Actually, she passed away three years ago.”

 Valerie hadn’t anticipated this response and was suddenly shocked. At the same time, she felt remorseful for reopening this wound and causing Max sorrow, Watching his lonely figure, Valerie felt that he had endured a lot even his posture seemed burdened. However, amidst her regret, she couldn’t help but be moved by the deep and touching bond between Max and histe wife. Having such a bord with another person was the greatest gift.

 As she hesitated, Max’s bodyguard approached. “Mr. Redfield, we just received notice. There’s been an ident in the overpass area, causing a traffic jam. Even if we take alternate routes, it will likely take another two hours.”

 Max furrowed his brow, visibly concerned. Valerie hesitated for a moment before approaching. “Mr. Redfield, are you nning to go somewhere?”

 Max sighed. “Well, I was supposed to attend a memorial service. Another memorial service on the birthday of histe wife. It exined Max’s sadness.

 Valerie felt sorry for him and couldn’t help but chase after him. “Mr. Redfield, if you don’t mind, I can send you there. At this hour, even if a car </bes to pick you up, you might get stuck hallway due to the traffic”

 Max looked surprised but smiled. “Sure, I thought I wouldn’t make it. If you’re willing to take me. I certainly don’t mind. I hope your scooter can

 make it:

 “No problem. It’s fully charged today!” Valerie patted her chest. “The only thing to worry about is not getting caught by the traffic police.

 Max hadn’t ridden an electric scooter much before, and he was puzzled by her words. It wasn’t until they arrived at an intersection that he encountered a police checkpoint stopping all two–person scooters. This was an eye–opener for Max

 “Val, what should we do!” he asked.

 Valerie gestured for him to dismount. Then, she crossed the intersection. She waited until they were out of sight of the police before riding the scooter across and bringing Max along

 Max was genuinely amazed by her maneuver. Aw–abiding man for many years, he secretly wondered if this was breaking thew. But after a few incidents like this, much of his irritation dissipated. Moreover, at his age, apart from his early years of entrepreneurship, he had always traveled by car. Riding a scooter was indeed a new experience.

 “You’re quite something, always making people happy when you’re around.” Max praised.

 Valerie modestly replied, Many people say that.”

 The surrounding vehicles moved at a snail’s pace, but under Max’s guidance, Valerie maneuvered through the streets and alleys with agility

 The main roads were congested during rush hour, bustling with people and vehicles. With Max seated behind her on the scooter, Valerie felt a bit anxious but found relief once they left the downtown area. As the roads widened and tra??e thinned out, her scooter effortlessly navigated through the smallernes. It was Max’s first time sitting on the back of someone ebe’s scooter.

 Watching Valerie maneuver the scooter carefully yet nimbly, he immediately smiled. He thought. This little girl was really interesting”

 “Take it easy. We won’t bete. Turn right and keep going straight along this road.” Max directed from behind. Valerie nced at the road sign, puzzled. “Isn’t this the road leading to the suburbs?”

 Max nodded. “That house is in the suburbs.”

 Valerie was taken aback. A memorial service in the suburbs?’

 The thought made her uneasy. The suburbs were often deste in her mind. She worried about the trouble riding her scooter out here, especially at dusk. She shivered involuntarily at the thought, feeling her skin crawling

 At least she wasn’t alone. But half an hour <bter, Valerie realized her assumptions werepletely off. This ce felt nothing like the deste suburbs she had imagined.

 From the foot of the hill, there was a sense of elegance andpactness all the way up. Even in the evening, it felt refreshing. Especially as they ascended to the mountainside, a straight avenue lined with bald cypress trees greeted them. The leaves, now yellowed and covering the ground, swirled around as Valerie’s scooter passed, resembling butterflies in flight.

 Approaching closer, several white cottages appeared on the semi–mountainous slope, adorned with blooming red flowers. Under the setting sun,

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 they appeared vividly enchanting. Valene spotted a few words from far awayBelongs to (N)?vel/Drama.Org.

 She tried to read the sign. “The Nandosen family…”

 Max chuckled and corrected her. “It’s the Anderson family estate. This entire mountain belongs to the Anderson family.”

 Valerie was astonished. The Anderson family from Kranson City’s big three?”

 “The big three Halia, that’s one way to put it: Max chuckled hearing this description for the first time. “The memorial service I’m attending today is at the Anderson family estate”

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