Chapter 459
Chapter 459:
“Pleasure to meet you!” Hank seized Jayceon’s hand enthusiastically. “I’m Hank, Ellie’s brother! We’re practically family now p>
He then proceeded to introduce his parents to Jayceon, his voice thick with sycophancy.
Leif and Tori, their senses sharpened by years of experience, immediately recognized Jayceon’s affluence, evident in his tailored attire and refined aura.
They had never imagined, even in their wildest dreams, that their “disgraceful” daughter would ensnare someone of such staggering wealth.
But soon, a troubling realization dawned on them. Ellie’s secret pregnancy, her unwavering silence about the father… She must have been his mistress, and the child illegitimate.
However, as their eyes swept across the luxurious apartment, they quickly dismissed those thoughts.
Leif and Tori ushered Jayceon inside with evident hospitality. They led him to the sofa and began, “So, what do you do for a living? What is your family background? When are you and my daughter tying the knot p>
Jayceon’s eyes flicked toward Ellie, sensing her anger. He then turned back to Tori and Leif, feeling the thick tension in the air.
“We are not getting married,” Ellie stated firmly.
“I am about to propose to Ellie soon,” Jayceon said calmly.
They spoke simultaneously, their conflicting words hanging in the air.
Tori’s eyes narrowed, her gaze sharp and calculating. She believed Ellie was playing a dangerous game, pretending to be disinterested in order to pressure Jayceon into giving her more money. Jayceon must have refused, which explained Ellie’s anger toward him.
Tori adopted a stern tone, her voice tinged with menace. “Listen here, Jay p>
Jayceon quickly interrupted, “It’s Jayceon p>
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“Jayceon,” Tori repeated. “You want to marry Ellie, don’t you p>
Jayceon, in a good mood, thought Ellie’s parents were far easier to deal with than Ellie herself.
“Of course,” he replied, nodding.
Sensing victory, Tori felt her demands were within reach. “This apartment is yours, right?” she asked.
Jayceon shook his head calmly. “No, this apartment belongs to Ellie’s friend. However, I have already secured a two-thousand-square-meter house for Ellie and Patrick. They can move in whenever they wish. Furthermore, the house is already in Ellie’s name p>
Tori, Leif, and Hank were elated at the news. Such a large house was more than they could ever hope to afford in their lifetimes.
Exchanging greedy glances with her husband, Tori cleared her throat, her voice carefully balanced between entitlement and pleading. “That’s good. However, raising Ellie cost us a great deal. We’re currently renting in Shirie, and our son needs a house for his upcoming marriage p>
The implication hung heavily in the air.