My Mute Bride Chapter 26
Meanwhile, Amber felt a little awkward during Justin’s interrogation inside the bedroom. “O-Of course, I have! It’s a family heirloom!”
Having mastered psychology after years of business, he could tell she hadn’t the slightest idea based on how she was mumbling.
You sly fox, Jefferey! You don’t even trust your daughter!
However, since Jefferey had sent Amber to study medicine, it was obvious that he wanted to prepare her to take over Hudson Pharmaceuticals in the future.
Justin didn’t expose his rival despite knowing this.
Just then, Amber hastily switched the topic. “Honestly, Justin, I’ve got no interest in managing the family business. Besides, Dad sent me to study traditional medicine, so I think I should branch out on my own. Why don’t you lend me a hand?”
Justin lifted his gaze from the book and asked, “What do you want?”
“I want to work in a hospital.”
“Which one?”
“Tran-Q.” Amber warily studied Justin’s expression, fearing that she might expose herself.
Tran-Q?
Justin seemed like he had realized something.
“Sure.” He spoke with a freezing tone that resonated within the house, and anyone who paid attention to his voice could easily be captivated.
It was lunchtime soon, and Amber continuously served food to Justin.
In response, he simply thanked her and turned to grab a glass of water without touching any of his cutleries.
Upon seeing that, Rachel mentally shook her head.
Having spent her fair share of days at the Burton Residence, she knew Justin’s dining habits very well. For one, would never eat any food that was served to him with personal cutleries. Also, as long as there wasn’t a serving spoon on the table, he wouldn’t start eating
Amber is going overboard with her bootlicking. However, since they’re so close to each other, perhaps he’ll make an exception for her, Rachel guessed.
Meanwhile, Justin noticed that she was zoning out and pushed his plate before her. “The family chef is quite talented! Eat up, Rachel.”
The woman was surprised by his caring tone; when she regained her senses, she saw that Amber was evidently upset.
If gazes could kill, she would’ve been murdered by her sister a million times over.
Rachel felt a chill down her spine, and she couldn’t help but suspect that Justin was purposefully doing this to trigger Amber’s hatred toward her.
I can’t finish this. She signaled and pushed the plate back to him. You eat up.
However, the plate was stopped halfway on its way back to Justin.
When Rachel saw his cold leer, her hand immediately turned into jelly and she no longer dared to push the plate any further.
After a short while, she forced a smirk and pulled the plate back to herself. Thanks.
Throughout lunch, Jefferey sneaked some questions about Justin’s business. The latter was probably in a good mood, for he revealed some inside information about his company.
“Director Humphries from the Security Council said that?” Jefferey’s eyes shone like
stars.
As he remained as calm as usual, Justin stated, “Actually, it was my assistant who heard it from Director Humphries during a partnership meeting last week. However, the risk of loaning remains high, so even the Arden Group is still waiting whilst observing.”
“If Arden Group has set its eyes on the loaning terms, it must mean they’re
exceptional,” Jefferey expressed in delight, “What a fine day. Bring some wine over, Rosa!”
When she saw her father being so lax, Rachel couldn’t help but break into a cold sweat.
Although she wasn’t exactly informed about the business industry, she could tell what Justin just said was merely a guess, and the profit-loss probability was 50-50. Moreover, the way he casually brought up Director Humphries and the Arden Group bought Jefferey off so easily.
With how significant the Hudson Group’s loss was right now, Jefferey’s debts would certainly reach new highs if he were to actually invest in a new field. By then, one mistake could cost him the entire company.
Despite the endless thoughts in her head, Rachel never once made a single sound.
Later on, the hellish lunch finally ended.
Since Justin had a meeting to attend at work, he couldn’t stay any longer. He took his leave along with Rachel, to which Amber and her father went and sent them off.
“Come visit often, Justin!” Amber acted cutely as she dragged Justin’s arm. Anyone who heard her right then had goosebumps all over themselves.
“It’s getting late, Mr. Burton. You still have to go home and change.” Justin’s driver let out a small cough and reminded them of the time.
“All right,” Justin responded with a subtle nod before glancing at Rachel as she stood beside him. “Get in.”
Upon that, Rachel regained her focus and immediately followed behind after nodding.
Meanwhile, Justin revealed a frown as he grew impatient. In his mind, Rachel was always staring into space lethargically like a dummy. She watched him converse with Amber all this while, yet she showed zero reaction.
Before she got on the vehicle, she walked past Amber. The latter whispered in her ears, “What he said about returning to keep you company is just bullsh*t! Justin’s only here to see me. Well, you’ve seen how much he adores me. I reckon you’ve
never even gotten a gift from him, have you? In his eyes, you’re nothing more than a slave.”
Although Rachel was tilted, she maintained an apathetic expression and signaled. In that case, why are you trying so hard to be his slave?
She was a kind person, but she would never give in to a bully.
After expressing that, she turned around and hopped into the car.
As they watched the car fade into the distance, Amber stomped her feet and vented to her father by saying, “Look at her smug face, Dad! If she were to stay with the Burton Family any longer, she’s going to step over us sooner or later.”
Jefferey revealed a frown and uttered, “Stop your foolery. Did you tell Justin what I told you to?”
Amber was stunned for a while before she realized what he meant and answered, “Yes, I did.”
“What was his reaction?”
“He agreed to it without any hesitation.” Upon being reminded of that, Amber felt overjoyed. “He said I could check in with Tran-Q to work any time soon. By then, I’ll get to meet Julian every single day.”
“Good.” Jefferey thought about it for a bit before he nodded his head. “By then, you shall direct your focus on Julian and less on Justin.”
Despite her reluctance, Amber obediently nodded her head like a good daughter would before grabbing her father’s arm. Then, they walked back into the house together.
On the other hand, the vehicle which Rachel and Justin were in had just exited Hudson Residence, proceeding slowly on the road while a good-looking duo could be seen in the rear mirror.
“You haven’t told me what Jefferey gave you earlier.”
A man’s low voice sounded in the car, and not a tinge of emotion could be found in
Since Rachel was prepared for this, she warily signed. Nothing. He just told me to warn Amber not to get too close to you to avoid spreading any rumors.
“Is that so?”
Unexpectedly, her chin was tightly clutched as a tingling pain took her by surprise, causing her to let out a cry.
“Aaah”
He’s not buying it?
Then, Justin coldly scoffed as he strengthened his grip, seeming like he was squeezing a little duckling to death. “Is my man Jefferey afraid of rumors, or is he afraid of sending his beloved daughter to the wolf’s den?”
At that, Rachel was so startled that even her actions of attempting to shove Justin’s arm away slowed down.
The wolf’s den?Is he straight-up admitting that he’s scheming against the Hudson Family?Is he really going for the formulas?
