Semua Bab A Life Debt Repaid: Bab 431 - Bab 440

Cordy nodded, agreeing with John's take.He was still watching her and solemnly giving her his analysis. "In summary, William has two key individuals he needs to deal with before his rise to power: Patrick and myself. However, he has labeled Patrick as a hostile that needs to be eliminated, while using every method at his disposal to attempt luring me to his cause. And for them, the only issue with that is you, which is why there's no doubt that they would come after you."Cordy blinked but did not respond.John then continued. "When you showed up at that charity ball with Patrick, it meant that they could make one move while gaining twice the rewards. They were never going to let that chance slip.""In reality, I'm not that formidable that I can fully read their mind, and everything I've mentioned is my supposition along with some after-action observation. I'm not clairvoyant—I can't protect you even before something happens, and it's not until the last moment that I realized the

Cordy snorted. "Let's get down to business.""Alright," Patrick replied cheerfully, and his tone quickly changed. "After we managed to escape by chance the other night, William's side of the family must be fuming—especially Jessica. She must be losing it too, knowing that you are now with John. That's why you'd better watch out. I'm really worried she'll do something drastic.""What, wasn't that night drastic enough?" Cordy scoffed."Their whole family was in on it. In this case, Jessica would be doing it on her own volition, and it's going to be something insane.""Yeah," Cordy replied, having anticipated that.After all, John had left Jessica alone at the charity ball, went straight to Cordy's rescue, and stayed with Cordy ever since.It was far more than what any woman could take."Also, my grandfather is making his move against William following that night," Patrick added bluntly. "William burned his bridges when he tried to hurt us, and I apologize that you almost lost your

In fact, one might even describe it as water under the bridge.After all, Jessica had invested a fortune on Noel, so there was no way she would just let Noel enjoy all the perks for free.In fact, the moment Noel accepted Jessica's grace was the moment her nightmare began!Nonetheless, Cordy felt no sympathy as she lowered her phone.Suddenly, a dark shadow appeared over my head.She recognized who it was coupled with that scent—John had been staying with her for days, staying just next door.Despite the announcement of his wedding date, the man was staying away from his fiancee.Cordy could scarcely imagine how mad Jessica was right about now."It's lunch time," John told her mildly.Surprisingly, they had been getting along well over the last few days—no confrontations, but no flirting either.They were just friends, with neither crossing the line.Cordy followed John through the living room and had lunch with him.Through it all, his phone was ringing repeatedly."You s

Cordy was actually supportive of Zoe's relationship with Bob, though she also held out a little hope on Jay in a corner of her heart.Maybe, just maybe…Even then, Cordy found that part of her conflicting. "You mean we should be doing it already?" Zoe asked."I actually thought that you two were hitting it off," Cordy replied. "I'm actually surprised that you're that conservative.""Not really, it's just that things haven't really gotten that far… but he caught me watching an adult video a while ago," Zoe confessed awkwardly."You were watching what?" Cordy laughed. "Don't start. I was just checking it out since Quinn asked for help, but Bob somehow stumbled upon me browsing! To be honest, we almost did it right then… if Bob didn't suddenly have to leave for some thingamajig.""And then? Was there no other opportunities?" Cordy asked. "I never knew you were that shy.""I'm a girl too, woman," Zoe snapped. "I can't exactly just take the lead! Also, Bob may look like a playboy

As they ate, one of the servants walked up to John and asked respectfully, "Mr. Levine, you were saying to throw away that set of formal wear last night?"He was probably uncertain since John's clothing was worth a fortune, and they would never afford to pay the compensation if they were to throw it away by mistake."Yeah." John nodded.The servant certainly had more to say, but considering that they did not know what it was like to be rich, he replied politely, "Yes, Mr. Levine."With that, he left.Cordy watched as he left before glancing at John."Actually, you could just send me back to North City," Cordy suddenly said, since she did not believe that he was happier with her around.Being sandwiched between two women would only make one infuriated.Nonetheless, John refused her immediately. "I'd be more at ease with you beside me.""And how long do you intend to keep me here?""We'll see." John refused to give a definitive answer.Cordy bit her lip but ultimately refraine