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Chapter 830
The event went on smoothly. After Zachary returned with some desserts for Nicole, he noticed an unusual emotion
on her face. Slightly confused, he asked her, "What's wrong? I've only left for a short while. Why do you look sad?
Did someone bully you?"
She looked at his gentle visage and shook her head. "No. Perhaps I'm too hungry, and you were gone for too long."
An apologetic look appeared on his face as soon as he heard her grumble, so he placed the food on the coffee
table in front of the couch before explaining, "I bumped into some acquaintances, and they insisted on chatting.
That's why I came back later. Here, have some."
Nicole smiled and looked at his solemn face as he tried to explain himself. In response, she waved her hand and
said, "I was just teasing you with that nonsense. I bumped into someone I disliked earlier, so that's why."
"Okay." Zachary nodded. In actuality, he witnessed the bicker between her and another woman earlier from afar.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtKnowing that she would talk about it on her own accord, he decided not to bring it up until she did.
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Tonight, Colton arrived at the party with Anna and Benedict.
The Wrenns and Gardners shared a strong relationship. Although this was only Siobhan's birthday party, Jackson
would certainly be present. As such, Benedict decided to attend as well.
Since Benedict was not in his best health, he was not able to stand for long and had to rest after walking for a
certain period.
The guests noticed that some members of the Gardner Family had arrived, so they clamored around the Gardners
to establish ties. Initially, Benedict could handle them perfunctorily, but he could not quite muster up his effort after
some time.
Meanwhile, Colton deflected everything discreetly and helped him into a room. At that moment, they were met with
Siobhan, who was in her wheelchair, along with Jackson, who was assisting her.
As soon as Jackson saw Benedict, he greeted him respectfully, "Hello, Mr. Gardner. How have you been?"
Benedict smiled and looked at Jackson before lamenting, "I'm fine. It's been some time since I last saw you, you
rascal. I heard from your dad that you've hardly come home since you joined the army."
Chuckling, Jackson revealed an awkward smile, and the usually staunch man looked abashed. "Yes. I've been busy
with work, so I haven't had much chance to come home. I've realized that my parents are getting older while the
kids are now grown-ups. If I'm stuck at the force most of the time, it would be an inconvenience too. I should
consider retirement."
Benedict nodded in response and smiled. "That's great. You should spend more time with your family indeed."
After the men ended their conversation, Benedict shifted his gaze onto Evelyn, who was standing behind Jackson.
He glanced at her and spoke with slightly narrowed eyes, "You look great in this dress, Evelyn."
After an entire day of fury, she finally received a compliment from Benedict, which granted joy to her previously
contorted face. "Thanks, Mr. Gardner," she said shyly.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAfter an entire day of fury, she finally received a compliment from Benedict, which granted joy to her previously
contorted face. "Thanks, Mr. Gardner," she said shyly.
He smiled before he turned to Anna. "Why don't you show me a seat and Colton can stay?" Subsequently, he turned
to Siobhan. "Forgive me. I'm too old and not as sprightly as I used to be. I'm tired after exchanging some
pleasantries with a few guests when we walked in. I don't think I can continue mingling."
Hearing that, Siobhan responded politely, "Mr. Gardner, you should get some rest. I'm happy enough to see you
here."
With that, Benedict no longer said much and allowed Anna to help him into the room. As for Colton, he trailed after
Siobhan and coincidentally walked alongside Evelyn.
Siobhan was well aware that her daughter had feelings for Colton, so she conveniently suggested, "We'd be
mingling with the crowd and exchanging pleasantries if we walk out. That'd be boring. Evelyn, why don't you show
Colton around?"
Evelyn had intended to find the opportunity to spend a private moment with him, so Siobhan's suggestion came at a
perfect time! As such, she nodded earnestly and affirmed, "Sure."
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