Chapter 174 Linda and another female assistant came in and managed to drag the weeping woman out of the office. The door clicked shut, and silence returned. Theodore looked down, his voice cold. “Are you going to stay under there all day p> Penelope had been enjoying the drama, but
Chapter 173 He wanted a divorce. The words hit Penelope like a physical blow, leaving her stunned and speechless. All because she made him hide behind a curtain? Was he serious? “I’ll explain everything to my grandfather, so you don’t have to worry about that. And if you want any
Chapter 172 “That won’t be necessary,” Penelope said quickly, not because she was being merciful, but because his apology would be worthless. Mr. Sullivan, however, misinterpreted her response as a sign of respect and nodded in satisfaction. “You and Zebulun need to stop this fighting. It’s time to focus on
Chapter 171 “I love you so much! How could you do this to me p> “Don’t you have a heart, Penelope p> “You’ve completely destroyed my trust p> Zebulon’s voice cracked with each accusation, a perfect portrayal of a deeply wronged lover. But it was all an act. Penelope’s eyes
Chapter 170 “Say something! I can’t read your mind p> Still nothing. “Theodore p> He finally stopped at the door, turning to face her. Through a haze of smoke, his expression was colder than stone, his eyes sharp enough to cut. “Perhaps we should reconsider our partnership. You may not
Chapter 169 The lock clicked. Penelope hastily drew the curtains shut, oblivious to the storm gathering on Theodore’s face. By the time she turned around, Zebulon was already inside. “Breaking and entering. Do you want me to call the police?” she said, her voice dripping with ice. Zebulon swayed on
Chapter 168 “Now dry your tears p> Penelope quickly rubbed her eyes. “And get the sleep out of your eyes p> Is there any? she wondered, but did as he said. “And your nose is running p> 35 Seeing the teasing glint in his eyes, she realized he was messing
Chapter 167 “Mmph p> Before Penelope could process his words, his mouth was on hers, and it wasn’t a kiss-it was a bite. A sharp pain shot through her lower lip, and she instinctively tried to push him away, but he captured her hands, pinning them above her head. “Theodore…
Chapter 166 Penelope had just lifted her teacup. If she had taken a sip, she would have sprayed it everywhere. The boy stuck out his tongue. “What? It’s just a joke. My friends and I say stuff like that all the time. But he didn’t like it. He told me
Chapter 165 Did this kid escape from a mental hospital? Penelope wondered. He was undeniably handsome, with flawless skin and a sweet, infectious smile. Dressed head-to-toe in pink, he looked like he’d stepped right out of a boy band. His voice was soft and melodic, but p> “Hey, kid. Come
Chapter 164 With her final warning delivered, Penelope turned and walked out of the office. The guidance counselor hurried after her, apologizing profusely. “My coming here isn’t the issue,” Penelope said calmly. “But this incident could give other students the wrong impression of my brother. I expect the school to
Chapter 163 “I—mmph p> Mrs. Winters moved with lightning speed, clamping her hand over her son’s mouth. They had promised the Sullivans they would keep the secret until the contract was signed. If they blew it now, they would all be ruined. “He’s just talking nonsense. Our Rebecca isn’t… isn’t
Chapter 162 Mrs. Winters was clearly not someone to be trifled with. After the grilling they’d just received from Penelope, the faculty members felt their headaches intensifying with this new arrival. “Mrs. Winters, please, calm down. Let’s get the facts straight first,” the counselor pleaded. “What is there to say?
Chapter 161 One look at Penelope’s designer outfit was enough to tell you she could afford a laptop without batting an eye. “You must be Timothy’s sister. He never mentioned you,” the guidance counselor said, forcing a smile. “We asked you to come in because there seems to have been
Chapter 160 Penelope tore through the city streets, making it to Orenth University in under forty minutes. The security guard at the gate only saw a red supercar pull up before a woman in a golden-brown dress and matching blazer stepped out. With long, wavy hair and sunglasses, she radiated
Chapter 159 Outmaneuvered and outmatched, Mrs. Winters and Rebecca had no choice but to leave. “I will get her back for this,” Rebecca seethed through gritted teeth. Mrs. Winters placed a hand on her daughter’s belly. “As long as you have this child, you have a chance to turn the
Chapter 158 Rebecca sighed. “Even though I’m having Zebulon’s baby, I don’t want to ruin your relationship with him p> Penelope scoffed. “Can’t we just keep things the way they are p> “What does that mean p> Rebecca bit her lip. “The three of us, and the baby. Living together
Chapter 157 When Penelope called his bluff about going to the courthouse the next morning, Zebulon didn’t dare respond. He seemed to finally realize that she might actually go through with it, and that her love for him was no longer unconditional. When she arrived home, she was shocked to
Chapter 156 After seeing Mr. Temple to his car, Penelope headed for the parking garage. “You didn’t come home last night. Where were you p> Zebulon suddenly appeared, blocking her path. “I was at another man’s house,” Penelope said with a shrug. “Penelope!” Zebulon’s voice was a sharp bark. “What
Chapter 155 Zebulon saw her too, and a look of disdain crossed his face. Penelope was confused, unsure what had prompted his scorn. She returned her attention to Mrs. York, who was struggling to cut her steak. She hurt her hand, so she can’t really cut her steak. Penelope gently