Chapter 290


    Following that, Pearl cast a regretful expression in ke’s direction, though it was purely an


    act.


    The butler pleaded, “Mister ke, please don’t make this difficult for me. It’s Master Jordan’s order, and


    I wouldn’t want to face the consequences of failing to fulfill it.”


    Despite his impatience, ke reluctantly nodded. “Fine.”


    Curious, Pearl wanted to see how ke would react. “What’s the n, Mister ke? How are you


    going to convince me?”


    “I’m not going to persuade you. Juste with me.”


    Pearl clicked her tongue. “Is that your idea of begging?”


    “I’m not begging you, Pearl!” ke was almost driven mad, unable toprehend why he had


    encountered such an eloquent woman.


    “Alright, I won’t tease you anymore. Why are you in such a rush to take me back?” Pearl dropped her


    smile and grew genuinely curious.


    ke pinched the bridge of his nose, battling a headache. “Grandfather wants to see you.’


    “Is that all?”


    ke dwelled on it carefully. “He also wants to reunite with you and have you change yourst name to


    Jordan. You’ll be a Jordan.” He then stared at Pearl with disgust. “I don’t understand what he


    sees in you. He even mentioned that you’re young and capable, saying it’s no wonder you’re a


    Jordan.”


    Pearl responded with a smile, “Well, he’s ttered me, but he does have keen insight. He’s not as


    condescending as some people.”


    Disgusted by herparison, ke red at her. “So, what’s your decision?”


    “I won’t be reuniting with your family or changing myst name. I’m a Leighton.” Pearl was resolute.


    She would not change herst name, considering the hardships her father had endured while raising


    her.


    Perplexed, ke couldn’tprehend her unconventional thinking, as most people would do anything


    to be associated with the Jordans. Pearl’sck of interest baffled him.


    Suddenly, he found her less annoying. “Save that for Grandfather.”


    When the butler noticed their disagreement, he interjected, “Please don’t make things difficult for us,


    Miss Pearl. We’re just following orders. If you continue to resist, I may have to resort to more extreme


    measures.”


    Unconcerned, Pearl asked, “Are you going to kidnap me?”


    The butler offered a friendly smile. “Of course not. We wouldn’t dare be disrespectful to you, given your


    noble and elegant stature. However, I’m afraid the Waldorfs might face some inconveniences.”


    He astutely recognized Pearl’s deep attachment to the Waldorfs, which prompted her to


    suggest discussing the matter elsewhere.


    Furthermore, he understood that to achieve their goal, they needed to strike where it hurt. most. Since


    the Waldorfs held a special ce in Pearl’s heart, using them as leverage could be quite effective.


    As expected, Pearl’s expression darkened. “Are you threatening me?”


    “No, I wouldn’t dare. I’m merely hoping you’ll see reason. After all, you’re well aware of the Jordan


    family’s influence. It would be easy for us to do something to the Waldorfs, and no one would be able to


    trace it back to us.” Even if someone were to uncover their involvement, they would likely refrain from


    ming the Jordans to avoid conflict.


    Clenching her fists under the table, Pearl took a deep breath and reluctantly said, “Fine, I’ll go with


    you.” She could ensure her own safety, but she couldn’t risk the Waldorfs’ well-being.


    Moreover, having investigated the Jordans, she understood their power and couldn’t take any chances


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    when it came to the Waldorfs. She decided to resume her quest for answers regarding her mother’s


    disappearance after returning from the Jordans.


    “I knew you were smart, Miss Pearl.”