Chapter 58 Build a Snowman with Me
I took the bag. Although the fruits and vegetables didn’t look as good as those sold in the market, they were clean and fresh, which I was perfectly fine with
Leven admired Ella and Jonah. One worked as a maid, and the other grew vegetables at home for self–sufliciency
“Thank you, Ella. You didn’t know about this, so it’s not your fault. Don’t worry about it,” said reassuringly.
“know, Mrs. Payne. You’re kind–hearted. Niel has always been impulsive and caused trouble in the past, and this time is no different As his sister–in–law, all can do is apologize on his behalf.” Ella sighed.
It seemed like she didn’t know about Rowan and Ashley. If she had, she wouldn’t have only mentioned Nel
Ella chatted with me for a while. I invited her to stay for a meal, but she declined.
Before she left, I casually asked, “Ella, do you know any young women in their early
10s?
have a friend who is really nice, but he can’t seem to find a girlfriend. He asked me to introduce him to some people, but I don’t know anyone!”
“Max Payne, if you don’t know a suitable candidate, how could I?” la said, waving her hand dismissively,
“llain’t your daughter a student at university?” asked.
“At that age, she must have many friends. If she doesn’t have a boyfriend, I would really like to introduce my friend to her. He’s really nice,” 1 said regretfully Ella hesitated for a few seconds, then shook her head. “My daughter broke up with her boyfriend, but I heard someone is pursuing her now. However, she isn’t willing to tell us who it is.”
I was surprised that Ashley had actually taken the initiative to disclose some information to her family. Being such a well–behaved young woman, wasn’t she afraid of upsetting her parents?
I wasn’t sure if she had told her family or if Rowan had forcefully shown up in front of Ella and Jonah in my previous
So, my interest in the topic grew, and I asked, “Really? Ella, your daughter must be outstanding, and the man pursuing her must be excellent too. Don’t worry
aboutir
w can I not worry? Mrs. Payne, when you have children, you’ll understand Ella sighed yet again
“How
“Parents are always concemed about their children, especially their daughters. I’m afraid she’ll choose the wrong person,” Ella said with a frown, which made me laugh.
Ella was startled and looked at me curiously, confused about why I had laughed.
I quickly concealed it, saying, “I’m just laughing at your worries. Ella, you’re very righteous and kind, so your daughter must be too.”
Iceassured her, saying, “Birds of a feather flock together. I’m sure the man she likes will also be excellent. ”
Perhaps Ashley’s future actions might make Ella question whether Ashley was truly her daughter, especially since I had complimented her
In fact, had found Ella’s wornes amusing. What could she do even if she feared Ashley would choose the wrong person or oppose the relationship?
After all, Rowan’s wealth and sincerity would win her over in the end.
I believed financial power played a significant role. Ella and Jonah would oppose it resolutely if Ashley decided to marry an ordinary man who was willing to divorce his wife to be with her.
“Mrs. Payar, you’re flattering me!” Ella said, feeling a little embarrassed.
“By the way, always hear you talk about your daughter. I’m curious about her can you show me a photo?” I asked, triguing interest
Ella took out her phone and showed me a family photo. After glancing at it, I pretended to be surprised and exclaimed, “Ella, so your daughter is Ashley!” Ella was also surprised and asked, “Mr. Payne, do you know my daughter?
She had never told me her daughter’s name before this.
I nodded and replied, “Yes, I went to grab a coffee at the coffee shop where she worked. Later, I accidentally bumped into her boyfriend at the hospital, and gradually, we all got to know each other.”
Ella smiled widely, clearly delighted. “What a coincidence! Ash is lucky to know a friend like you, Mrs. Payne!”
“Ella, I’ll treat you and Ashley to a meal together if we get the chance!” 1 said enthusiastically.
“How could I let you pay? If you don’t mind, you can come over to my house for a home–cooked meall” Ella replied.
“Great! I’ll come in a few days. Don’t judge me for being a freeloader!” I replied eagerly. I was looking forward to visiting their home, knowing it would be Rowan’s future in–laws house.
ella readily agreed, and so far, I could tell that she genuinely liked me.
After Ella left, my smile faded. It felt like this world was a dream
I stayed at home for the entire day. Rowan informed me to take a break until the
I wasn’t short of money, but I was moved by his gesture.
the new year with continued salary since it was close to the end of the year
the
In the evening, it started snowing again. The heavy snowfall blanketed the world in white, transforming it into a winter wonderland.
Rowan pushed upen the door with snow covering him as the cold wind blew past him. He took off his coat at the door, where a maid quickly bushed off t and took it away.
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After changing into slippers, he entered the house. As he sat down next to me, I noticed a familiar perfume fragrance on him.
t had brought back a bottle of perfume for Ella and the others from my trip, and it had the same scent. I occasionally noticed it on other household staff too, so I was familiar with it.
Rowan usually didn’t lik
like wearing perfume and didn’t pay attention to such things, so he didn’t notice the new scent on himself.
I assumed he had just returned from Ashley’s place, so Ella must have given the perfume to Ashley.
Had Ella not told Ashley that it was from me? Seeing how Ashley had even sprayed the perfume to meet Rowan, it made me wonder if she was comfortable using it.
“Is damer not ready yet? Rowan glanced toward the dining room.
“Almost. Why didn’t you eat outside?” I asked while holding the freshly baked bread pudding and gently blowing on it to cool it down.
It was more typical of him to be out socializing or eating together with Ashley than returning home for dinner.
Rowan glanced at me with a neutral expression as he replied, “I didn’t want to eat outside,”
“oh,” I replied, nodding as I clumsily scooped up the pudding.
Rowan seemed to be watching me, but whenever I looked at him, he would lower his head to glance at his phone.
After a while, a household staff member informed me that dinner was ready. I slowly walked to the dining room, where Rowan sat opposite me, and we ate our meal in silence.
“Are you going out tonight?” I asked, breaking the silence after dinner.
“No, why?” Rowan replied, looking up at me.
“Build a snowman with me” I said, smiling at him.
“Paula’s birthday is coming up. If you build a snowman with me, I’ll come home with you and put on a show to make her happy.”
Rowan’s expression turned serious as he asked, “Ivory, where did you leam to threaten people?”
I thought to myself, “Didn’t I learn this from you?”
In my previous life, Rowan had used various tactics to push me to get a divorce. What I was asking now was nothing compared to that.
However, I remained calm on the surface and replied, “Dues it need to be learned? Just tell me if you’re going to do it or not!”
This could be considered one of my obsessions. I had once come across a photo on Ivan’s phone of a snowman Rowan and Ashley had built, showing off their romantle time together.
Of course, that was in my previous life. This time, I had to stay ahead of Ashley
It wasn’t just for the sake of pride, It meant that even it Rowan and I ended up getting divorced, I would feel satisfied and content.