Chapter 123: Pestering
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Cheyenne stroked the loose strands of hair on Amelia’s forehead and said seriously, “I’ve thought about it for a long time now. I really don’t want Amelia to continue living in such a rowdy environment where she develops negative emotions every day. Amelia is so scared and frightened all the time, and I think it’ll greatly affect her growth and character. I want her to live a happy life full of bliss and laughter.”
Upon hearing what Cheyenne said, Lucas was immediately overjoyed. He had had these thoughts previously too, but he was worried that Cheyenne might not bear to leave her parents, so he had been holding himself back. “Okay, let’s take Amelia to my lakeside villa tomorrow.”
Cheyenne was about to nod, but she suddenly said, “What about Charlotte? If we move out, she’s going to be all alone here. She’ll definitely be upset.”
Lucas wanted to say that it would be better to let Charlotte move to the lakeside villa together with them, but he thought about it and felt that it was inappropriate.
Besides, given Charlotte’s character, she would definitely not be willing to move in with them.
Lucas thought about it and said, “Why don’t all of us move together? The villa is huge, and there are several wings. We can just live in separate wings. When they argue, we won’t hear it either.”
The floor area of the lakeside villa was enormous, and there was only one villa in the entire Pearl Lake area.
Actually, it was more like a manor with several buildings, gardens, pools, docks, and all sorts of amenities.
Cheyenne shook her head. “Even if we live separately in the same villa, my parents will still get in a tizzy during huge fights. I’d like to think about it.”
“Sure. Let me know after you’ve made up your mind,” Lucas said.
He was well aware of Cheyenne’s concerns, which were mainly regarding William and Karen.
Cheyenne and Charlotte were really unlucky to have such parents.
The next morning, Lucas sent Cheyenne to the Brilliance Corporation and then drove to the Stardust Corporation to handle some matters.
Lucas just got out of his car outside the office when he heard a familiar and angry voice. “I said I have to get to work. Stop wasting my time here!”
It was Charlotte.
Lucas looked over and saw a small group of people gathered at the entrance of the Stardust Corporation. Charlotte appeared extremely annoyed, and she wanted to head inside, but a young man of about 25 years old reached out to stop her.
Lucas narrowed his eyes. He knew who this man was. It was Declan Adams, the sc.u.mbag whom Charlotte once carried a torch for in college and the husband of Aston Brooke’s sister.
At this moment, Declan was obviously pestering Charlotte.
“Charlotte, you used to like me so much. I believe your feelings for me wouldn’t fade so soon. You must still harbor feelings for me now, don’t you? In that case, why can’t we start over afresh?” Declan said, looking like a devoted man.
Charlotte had a look of disgust. “Declan Adams, did you forget that you got married a long time ago? How dare a married man like you talk about starting over afresh with someone else? You’re so shameless! You have no shame, but I do! Besides, I was blind to have had a crush on you in college. What makes you think I’m still fond of you?”
Declan insisted like a devoted lover. “Charlotte, I know you’re only saying those things out of pique. You obviously still like me. The gaze in your eyes when we met last time can’t fool me! Don’t worry. Just give me some more time. I will divorce that woman and marry you! This time, I will never let you down, and I promise I’ll treat you well! Please say yes!”
While speaking, Declan reached out to grab Charlotte’s hand.
“Show me some respect!” Charlotte screamed furiously and took a few steps back to dodge.
“I’ve already said that I stopped having feelings for you long ago and that I have no intention to marry you at all! If you keep pestering me like this, I’m going to call security!” Charlotte was so enraged by Declan’s shamelessness that her face was flushed.
“No, I know you’re angry that I didn’t choose you back then. Don’t worry. I promise that you’re the only one I will marry in this lifetime. You are mine!” Declan reached out to grab Charlotte again.
Charlotte was incensed, but to a lunatic like Declan, nothing she said would help. She wanted to leave, but he kept stopping her.
The people gathered around them were all the office staff, and they thought it was just a young couple’s fight. So, apart from pointing fingers and gossiping, no one went forward to intervene.
Suddenly, a figure appeared in front of Charlotte and s.h.i.+elded her from Declan.
“Get lost! If you pester her again, I won’t be polite!” Lucas sneered.
After being stopped, Declan shouted in displeasure, “Don’t be so nosy!” But he soon realized that the person who stopped in front of him was actually Lucas!
As soon as Charlotte heard Lucas’s voice, she felt that she had found a savior and hurriedly tugged the hem of his clothes. She said to Declan, “Did you hear that? My boyfriend told you to get lost! Otherwise, he’ll teach you a lesson!”
Declan glared daggers at Lucas. “Like I said, you’re just trying to spite me on purpose. I checked long ago. Lucas Gray isn’t your boyfriend but your sister’s good-for-nothing loser husband.”
“You!” Charlotte was about to argue with him again when she heard Declan calling Lucas a good-for-nothing.
Lucas raised his hand to stop Charlotte. “Go to work. Let me handle this.”
Seeing that it was indeed getting late, Charlotte could no longer bother with this. She simply nodded to Lucas and entered the Stardust Corporation office building.
Declan wanted to chase after her, but Lucas stopped him. He had no choice but to watch Charlotte vanish into the building.
“d.a.m.n it! Lucas Gray, I won’t spare you since you’ve ruined my plans!” Declan glowered at Lucas.
“Haha, you’re already married, but you’re here to pester another woman. I wonder what’s going to happen to you when your wife and the Brookes find out about this,” Lucas said coldly.
Declan panicked and immediately snapped at Lucas, “You loser, how dare you threaten me?!”