Chapter 2580


    The man who had choked on his tea looked visibly relieved. After hearing the discussion, Shirley had no


    choice but to give up. “Okay, I’ll wait until my internship is over, and then I’ll work with you, Great Uncle.”


    “You’ll have to ask your father!” Ren didn’t dare make that decision.


    “Shirley, interning with Zacharias can be a great learning experience. I think it’s a good idea,” Ruka


    advised.


    “You are right, Great Aunt.” In the end, Shirley had to drop the matter.


    “Mr. and Mrs. Husson, please rest assured. I will take good care of Shirley!” Zacharias promised.


    Suddenly, Ren understood the reason for the kick he received from his wife earlier. He could see that his


    great-niece and Zacharias were surprisingly well matched.


    If Zacharias became a part of the family, it would be wonderful.


    “We also trust that you will take good care of Shirley, Zach.” Ruka smiled.


    After dinner, Zacharias and Ren went upstairs to discuss business while Ruka took Shirley to her


    collection room. The older woman had noticed that Shirley’s attire was too androgynous, so she had


    prepared some beautiful dresses and coats for her during thest appointment with the tailor. These


    were very youthful and fashionable clothes.


    Meanwhile, she also gave Shirley a set of jewelry, encouraging her to dress up when going out. Shirley


    happily epted the gift. She was touched by the warmth and love of her elders.


    This weekend, she would be visiting her grandmother’s house. That would be the perfect opportunity for


    her to dress up.


    At 9.00PM, Zacharias’ convoy headed toward the Flintstone Residence.


    At the entrance and exit checkpoint of the Flintstone Residence, Imogen and another team member were


    on duty tonight. Seeing the convoy returning, Imogen immediately straightened up in nervousness and


    excitement.


    As the convoy approached, though she couldn’t see who was inside, she knew Zacharias was there. She


    was ted just imagining his handsome and charming appearance.


    At that moment, Zacharias noticed Imogen. Remembering her bravery in protecting himfrom an attack


    last time, he signaled the bodyguards to stop the car.


    “Stop” The bodyguard immediately halted the car. Zacharias then lowered the window and asked


    Imogen, “How’s your injury?” Imogen was extremely moved upon hearing that. She hadn’t expected


    Zacharias to personally inquire about her well-being. “Thank you for your concern, but it’s nothing


    serious,” she quickly replied.


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    As Imogen was still processing this unexpected attention, she suddenly saw another face appearing


    beside Zacharias. Shirley leaned over and greeted her.


    “Imogen.” Imogen’s smile froze for a moment. She hadn’t anticipated that Shirley and Zacharias would


    be in the same car. However, she continued smiling. “Hi, Shirley.” Zacharias raised the car window, his


    large hand gently capturing Shirley as she leaned in. On the other hand, Shirley red at him in


    frustration, wishing he wouldn’t act as he pleased.


    Zacharias lowered his head and nted a kiss on her hair. Shirley then silently pushed him away.


    Imogen’s gaze fixed on the car from the checkpoint, and a strong sense of jealousy welled up in her


    eyes. Back at the base, she had focused on building a friendship with Shirley. They shared meals,


    amodation, and training, and there was no apparent difference between them.


    Now, however, with Shirley and Zacharias sitting in the same car, the stark contrast between them


    became evident.


    Imogen suddenly realized that the man she admired from a distance was within reach for Shirley.


    As Shirley got out of the car, Zacharias opened the door and invited her in. “This way, Miss Lloyd.” He


    treated her as the mistress of the estate, willingly bing the dark knight protecting her.


    Meanwhile, Shirley found it amusing. She couldn’t quite get used to seeing Zacharias bing more


    mischievous.


    As Tony came down from the second floor, his gaze fell on the returning pair. He grinned with a hint of


    mischief and couldn’t help bringing up the morning incident. “Uncle Zacharias, I envy you guys! You get


    to share a nket for warmth on such a cold day. As for me, I’m freezing like a lonely stray!” Shirley


    decided to ignore his reference to the morning incident. Why is he bringing it up when I’m pretending that


    it did not happen? she grumbled to herself.