Chapter 470 Like A Dream


    Christopher, do you think this n will work? What if Florence’s people only release me after they see


    you?” Fanny voiced her concerns.


    Having been coerced into Florence’s scheme to deceive Christopher intoing to Nortnd, Fanny


    had already contemted the possibility of being unable to evade Florence’s people before


    Christopher’s arrival. Christopher remained unperturbed, directing her to seize an opportunity to board


    the ne. Yet, even if she found a chance, could she truly escape two robust men? She might have to


    confront them directly on that day.


    Christopher fell silent. Anxiously, Fanny called out, “Christopher?”


    “Yeah,” Christopher replied before offering reassurance. “Nevertheless, I’ll try to distract Florence’s


    people for you. When the moment arises, give it your all.”


    The thought of giving her utmost effort filled Fanny with fear. Herplexion paled, and she hesitated


    to contemte the consequences of failing to return to Riverdon triumphantly. Would Christopher


    choose to marry someone else? Dizziness washed over her, leaving her feeling profoundly helpless.


    Despite her apprehension, Christopher provided limited guidance, instructing Fanny to confirm the time


    and contact him. He remained willing to coborate with her.


    After the call concluded, Fanny experienced a sense of coldness in her heart. She deliberated on


    whether to adhere to Christopher’s directives. After careful consideration, she realized she did not wish


    to stay in Nortnd. Not only did Florence pose a threat, but Kaydron also had a repulsive presence. If


    she failed to return within the three–day timeframe as instructed by Christopher, she was apprehensive


    that his ultimate verdict would lead to the loss of everything she had.


    Christopher emerged not only as Fanny’s final choice but also as her optimal selection. Upon her return


    to Riverdon, bearing the reputation she had previously established, her only viable option was


    Christopher.


    Despite Fanny’s profound concern. She was only able to assume the risk. Despite the necessity of her


    departure, she still needed to confront Kaydron, if only to ensure the destruction of the photos.


    Additionally, she was required to convince Zacharias to apany her back. Nevertheless,


    persuading Zacharias to apany her back to Riverdon could be challenging, especially with Joseph


    still in custody.


    In the midst of Fanny’s anxiety, George unexpectedly contacted her. She was taken aback and thought,


    Why is Dad trying tomunicate with me? After a short pause, she responded to the phone call.


    “Dad? Is there anything you require assistance with from me?” she inquired cautiously.


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    Fanny thought, Since Dad waspelled to return to Riverdon by Joseph, we have lost contact. What


    is the rationale behind his decision to contact me at this moment?


    George inquired, “Why would I contact you if everything was in order? Please return promptly to


    Riverdon. An arranged marriage alliance with the Sanders Family has already been organized for you.


    The wedding can take ce upon your return.”


    Fanny was surprised. She had not expected George to encourage her to go back to Riverdon. A


    marriage alliance?” She thought, Is it Christopher from the Sanders Family with whom a marriage


    alliance must be formed?


    Fanny had not anticipated that Christopher had been truthful in the past. Michael consented to their


    marriage, as George was also aware of the alliance.


    “What? Have you not been informed of this yet? Michael has alreadymunicated with me to resolve


    all prior misunderstandings. You and Christopher have harbored mutual feelings for each other


    consistently. It’s only natural for you to be together.” George expressed this with apprehension, as


    though he was concerned that Fanny might reconsider.


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    Upon George’s words, Fanny experienced a tumult of emotions, yet she dutifully responded. “I


    comprehend, Dad. I will return promptly.” She thought, If it were not for Nortnd’s turmoil, I would


    promptly return by air.


    Upon receiving assurance from Fanny, George chose not to prolong the conversation and promptly


    terminated the call. He proceeded to call Christopher. “Christopher, I have provided encouragement to


    Fanny, and she has indicated that she will return shortly.” He conveyed in a markedly gentler manner


    compared to his interactions with Fanny, subtly infused with unintended ttery.


    “Thank you, Mr. Sanders,” Christopher responded. He was reluctant to dy any further, apprehensive


    that circumstances could alter. He specifically requested George to encourage Fanny, which


    contributed to his sense of reassurance, regardless of its effectiveness.


    “There is no need for gratitude. The money you lent me previously has been fully expended, so for


    now…” George hesitated. His voice trailed off, gradually diminishing to a mere whisper.


    On the opposite side of the conversation, Christopher disyed a frown, conveying a sense of


    impatience. “Therefore, please refrain from hastening the repayment process. Just return it when you


    have the money.”


    George, taken aback, did not hear the customary refusal to repay, which made him feel uneasy. “I will


    reimburse you once I am in possession of the funds. Do you possess additional funds, Christopher?


    Could you please provide me with additional assistance?” However, hisck of shame enabled him to


    inquire, even in such circumstances.


    Upon George’s return to Riverdon, his gambling addiction was not entirely eradicated. After engaging


    in ndestine gambling activities on several asions without James‘ knowledge,


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    George ended up losing nearly all of his funds. In his desire to regain it, he contemted seeking a


    loan from an individual. However, the Kins Family’s financial status declined, and his reputation


    deteriorated. He requested financial assistance, yet he could not secure a loan from anyone.


    Fortunately, George encountered Christopher and perceived that Christopher held a favorable opinion


    of Fanny. This led George to believe Christopher would be willing to lend him money. Indeed,


    Christopher loaned him money. One event precipitated another. Afterward, he requested money from


    Christopher once more, and Christopher loaned it to him. His fortune in gambling experienced a


    notable enhancement, leading to the recovery of the funds previously lost.


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    However, George had be greedy once more and lost all the money he had previously won.


    Perceiving it as unfortunate to squander such a significant amount, he once more sought financial


    assistance from Christopher, only to experience further losses. At that time, he was considering


    requesting money from Christopher again. Subsequently, Christopher approached him, asked that he


    summon Fanny, and urged her to expedite her return.


    “What amount are you seeking to borrow, and for what specific purpose? Is there a necessity for a


    purchase to be made? I can easily buy it for you,” Christopher stated. He did not explicitly agree to lend


    money. Instead, he inquired about the purpose of George’s loan request. Christopher thought, I’ve only


    been back in Riverdon for a few days, yet he’s already. borrowed money from me three times. Not only


    does my pocket money decrease significantly, but even if it were the same as before, it wouldn’t be


    able to sustain his frequent borrowing.


    George said, “Ah, there’s no necessity for that. How may I be of assistance to you? Just give me the


    funds, and I will address the issue autonomously. Furthermore, in light of your forting union with


    Fanny, you maymence addressing me as Dad at an earlier juncture.”


    Christopher exhibited notable impatience while listening to George’s efforts to tter him. He thought,


    Call him ‘Dad‘? I have never held a favorable opinion of him. He wishes to alter the manner in which I


    previously referred to him. It is akin to a dream.


    Despite harboring feelings of disdain, Christopher maintained a gentle tone in his speech. “Mr.


    Sanders, I have utilized all of my discretionary funds to buy gifts for Fanny and organize surprises for


    her. I am currently unable to procure the necessary funds. Should I inquire with my Dad on your


    behalf?”


    Upon learning of Christopher’s intention to approach Michael, George promptly rejected the idea.


    “There’s no need,” he mused. I’ve already met with Michael that day. If I had the chance to ask for


    money, I would’ve approached him directly. Why involve Christopher in the conversation?


    George refrained from seeking a loan from Michael due to the potential risk of James discovering the


    transaction. His only fear was that James, the current head of the Kins Familypany, might cease


    transferring money to his ount if he found out about George’s gambling activities. George hesitated


    to give up his primary source of ie and was keen


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    to keep the situation hidden from James.