Luciana wanted to persuade Audrey to think twice about the decision to divorce, but she couldn’t find the right words to say.
She didn’t want Audrey and Cornell to divorce. But Cornell kept doing stupid things to hurt Audrey, and she failed to stop him.
Moreover, there was that bitch Cecilia. Luciana always believed that Cecilia was a vicious woman. After all, Cecilia even dared to blackmail her. She could imagine how much Audrey had suffered because of Cecilia.
“Audrey, I know you feel aggrieved. So, even if I don’t want you and Cornell to divorce, I will agree to help you with it. However, I’m worried about Kyler. His condition is still unstable. Can you give us one more month? Kyler is trying a new medicine now, and there shouldn’t be any mistakes. Maybe after one month, his condition will improve. Then we can process your divorce.”
“I understand. Thank you, Luciana.” Audrey nodded.
“Wait here. I’IL ask someone to bring some food for you.”
She then stood up and left the room.
Audrey found a maid and instructed her to bring some food to Luciana’s room.
Actually, she didn’t want to stay in the villa anymore. But she was worried about Luciana’s condition, so she didn’t leave now. She had to wait for Luciana, and they would leave together.
While walking, Audrey was lost in thought. Then, a shadow suddenly blocked her sight and she almost bumped into it.
“Hey, watch out!”
Audrey almost hit the pillar in front of her. Fortunately, someone grabbed her arm in time.
She took a step back and wanted to thank the person who saved her.
But when she saw clearly who it was, a trace of surprise flashed through Audrey’s eyes.
When she came back to her senses, she exclaimed, “Henley? What are you doing here?”
“I’m attending the party on behalf of my father.”
After replying briefly, Henley looked Audrey up and down. He breathed a sigh of relief when he found she was all right.
With gentleness in his eyes, he asked with concern, “Why are you walking absent-mindedly? What are you thinking? You didn’t even notice such a big pillar right in front of you.”
Audrey looked down at the floor to avoid Henley’s gaze. She said softly, “Nothing. Thank you, Henley.”
“Don’t mention it. But be careful next time.” As he spoke, Henley unconsciously reached out and gently touched her hair.
Audrey was stunned for a moment. Then, she subconsciously dodged. She didn’t expect such a gesture from Henley.
Henley noticed the expression on her face. His hand froze.
Then he put his hand down and said apologetically, “I’m sorry, Audrey.
You always remind me of my little sister. She is as cute as you.”
His words made Audrey feel a little embarrassed.
Henley just treated her as his little sister. How could she misunderstand his gestures? She must have been affected by Cornell, who was always suspicious of others.
Henley was her senior in college. How could he take a fancy to her?
At the thought of this, Audrey smiled and said guiltily, “I didn’t know that you have a sister.”
Henley nodded. He looked into Audrey’s eyes and said gently, “Are you okay? You don’t look well.”
Audrey didn’t tell him the truth. She just said, “I’m fine. Maybe I’m just tired.”
Suddenly, she realized something. It seemed that every time she was in trouble, she would always bump into Henley. Was he destined to be her knight in shining armor?
Actually, she could no longer count how many times Henley had helped her.
But as much as possible, Audrey didn’t want to have any encounters with Henley anymore. She knew that she would only cause him trouble.
Henley frowned.
“Since you’re not feeling well, why don’t you just go home and rest? Let’s go. I’ll drive you home.”
“It’s okay, Henley. I…”
Audrey was about to say something when someone suddenly held her shoulder and pulled her.
The next second, she fell into a solid embrace, and the person even pressed her against his chest.
Audrey was stunned for a moment. Noticing the familiar fragrance, Audrey raised her head.
And what she saw was Cornell’s somber face. He looked at her with cold eyes.
The way he looked at her, it was as if she had done something wrong, which made him very upset.
Cornell’s eyes moved from Audrey to Henley. Then he said coldly, “Mr. Brooks, thank you for helping my wife just now. But I hope you can keep a distance from her from now on.”
Audrey’s face turned pale upon hearing this.
Did Cornell see what happened just now?
So, he just watched her hit the pillar? He didn’t even do anything to help her? He was really something!
“Mr. Clement, I only want to help Audrey. I have no other intentions,”
Henley replied in a gentle voice. His expression was calm.
Henley didn’t care about his reputation. But he cared about Audrey so much. He didn’t want her to be bullied.
Cornell said coldly, “Just make sure you don’t do anything inappropriate. You’re lucky today because it’s my great-grandfather’s birthday party. But if this happens next time.
“Enough, Cornell!” Audrey shouted, interrupting Cornell. She didn’t want Henley to be involved with what happened between Cornell and her.
Her heart already felt cold, and she only wanted to stay away from Cornell.
She turned to Henley and said, “Henley, I’m sorry for causing you trouble today. Thanks for your prompt help. You go ahead. Don’t worry about me. I can handle this myself.”
Audrey didn’t know that her words were enough to infuriate Cornell.
Trouble? Was he a trouble in her eyes? She must be very eager to stay away from him because she couldn’t wait to be with Henley.
Henley didn’t want to make things difficult for Audrey, so he suppressed the coldness in his eyes and nodded in agreement.
Then he turned around and left.
As soon as Henley disappeared from her sight, Audrey pushed Cornell away, turned around, and left. She felt disgusted being touched by him.
Cornell looked at her back. His eyes suddenly turned red. He strode forward to catch up with her and picked her up without warning.
“Cornell, what are you doing? Put me down! Let me go!”
Audrey struggled violently, but her effort was in vain. After all, her strength was no match for Cornell.
Cornell stormed to one of the guest rooms.
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