Chapter 272: Chapter 148: Time to Forever Sever Ties with Him 2
Rebecca Quentin looked earnestly into Howard Geoffrey’s eyes, "As long as the grudges of the past generation exist, there can never be anything between us."
"I told you, I won’t let the past generation’s grudges affect us anymore."
"But, you can’t help but care about your mother’s feelings..."
Howard Geoffrey reached out to hold Rebecca Quentin, "If you’re worried about my mom, I can promise you that I’ll certainly resolve this issue. You don’t need to worry about anything, just give me time."
Rebecca Quentin looked resolutely at Howard Geoffrey’s sincere face, "Are you... are you really wanting to be with me because you like me?"
"Of course."
Rebecca Quentin suddenly gave a mocking smile, "If you truly like someone, you would dedicate both body and soul to them. Have you done so?"
Howard Geoffrey was perceptive and immediately understood the hidden meaning in Rebecca Quentin’s words, sensitively asking, "What are you trying to say?"
"You and Alice Robinson are already so close, yet you keep saying you like me. Don’t you find your words hypocritical?"
Howard Geoffrey’s tall figure was momentarily stunned, imperceptibly.
Rebecca Quentin slowly lowered her gaze, and with a wistful smile, said, "Actually, I don’t really care whether you and Alice Robinson are together or not. I just don’t want to hear those pretentious words from you..."
Howard Geoffrey’s expression became extremely unpleasant. "Those words came from Alice Robinson?"
Rebecca Quentin replied with a bitter smile, "Does it really matter who said it? The point is that it’s a fact."
Howard Geoffrey didn’t provide any explanation at that moment.
Rebecca Quentin’s thoughts surged like a tide.
He didn’t respond, which means he acquiesced...
Her heart suddenly felt like it was being fiercely cut by a knife.
Earlier, he had told her he hadn’t had anything for a year, yet in the end, it’s still all lies...
She really was foolish, almost believing it to be true...
If she hadn’t fallen down so many times in the past and learned to be cautious and on guard, she might have already let him have his way...
Learning from each mistake, no matter how it goes, she should be glad that she finally stood firm this time, never again being silly like she used to...
Howard Geoffrey still said nothing, just quietly looked at Rebecca Quentin.
Rebecca Quentin finally uttered, "Howard Geoffrey, I can see that Alice Robinson really likes you... I don’t know if you have feelings for Alice Robinson, but since she’s given up everything for you, I think you should cherish her."
Rebecca Quentin wouldn’t notice that the generous words she spoke ignited a raging fire within Howard Geoffrey’s eyes.
Without looking at Howard Geoffrey again, Rebecca Quentin turned and walked away.
With two bodyguards monitoring and following her, Rebecca Quentin ultimately could go nowhere, helplessly returning to Howard Geoffrey’s apartment.
Rebecca Quentin could certainly call the police to accuse Howard Geoffrey of detaining her, but she doesn’t want to do so. On one hand, she hasn’t really thought about truly tearing things apart with him; on the other hand, Andrew is still at the Geoffrey household, and only he can bring Andrew back to her side.
Trying not to let her mind wander, to pass the time, Rebecca Quentin took out her phone, sat on the living room sofa, and began playing games.
Involuntarily, the moment she opened her phone, images of her and Howard Geoffrey together at a small inn in Alton flashed through her mind...
He said he would help her earn back the points owed in the game. Although he only played a few rounds, he won each one, yet still couldn’t win back all the owed points... It seems he won’t be able to help her win these back in the future!
Night deepened, and with her phone running out of battery, Howard Geoffrey still hadn’t returned. Eventually, Rebecca Quentin unknowingly fell asleep on the sofa.
At dawn, Rebecca Quentin woke up.
She looked around, realizing she was still in his apartment, but now in his bedroom on the bed.
Rebecca Quentin quickly glanced down at herself.
Fortunately, her clothes were intact...
Rebecca Quentin then looked towards the spot beside her, noticing the absence of any depression or lingering masculine scent, making it apparent that he hadn’t slept in the room last night.
Just as she was about to look away, she suddenly noticed a note left on the bedside table.
Rebecca Quentin picked up the note and caught sight of his handwriting on it.
I came back while you were asleep and didn’t want to disturb you. I just want to tell you that I’m in France handling the bidding for the Hope City project. Whatever you’re thinking, let’s discuss it when I return.
Rebecca Quentin set down the note and let out a soft sigh.