“No, why would I think that Brother Joseph isn’t good enough for me?” Emily explained frantically.
With Joseph’s status, it was a huge step up for her if she got together with him. However, she had nothing to do with him. Someone had clearly set them up.
She could not think of anybody else except for Wendy!
However, Joseph did not want to mention the drugs in front of everyone. His family would never know peace after that if he were to say that. What should they do to resolve that situation?
“With Eldest Young Master Gale’s status, it would be a huge step up for you.” A deep voice said.
Everybody turned to look at the source of the voice, and they were surprised to learn that it was Hunter, who had been quiet the whole time.
Even Eldest Young Master Jackson had agreed to it?
Wendy’s face could not hide her shocked expression. She did not expect to hear that; it was such a surprise!
Emily looked at him anxiously, and she panicked. She gradually calmed down when she saw the half-smile on his face.
“Eldest Young Master Jackson, do you also think that I should get engaged with Brother Joseph?”
“Well, it depends on your feelings for each other. What’s the point of asking me?” Hunter smiled lightly as he held up the teacup and took a sip of the tea. He continued to look at her with a faint smile.
“However, I do have to say that Eldest Young Master Gale is a keeper. If you could rise to his rank, it would definitely be a blessing.”
Emily clenched her fist; her sharp nails almost poked through the flesh in her palms. Her face, however, was still calm and composed.
She moved her eyes and tilted her head to look at Joseph, who sat next to her.
Joseph smiled faintly and said, “Now, now, you guys should stop harassing Emily. I will discuss it with Emily in private…”
“Why discuss later? Why don’t we clarify everything now, while everyone is here?” Old Master Gale understood the importance of ‘striking while the iron’s hot’, because he could clearly tell that Emily was not too enthusiastic about the engagement. He knew that he was selfish, but he wanted to keep Emily by his side.
Besides, from the way the girl looked at Eldest Young Master Jackson, he could sense something strange between them. However, it was apparent that the man was also very good to Wendy, and Emily was her sister. They should not fall in love with the same man. If things were to go on, Emily would surely get hurt.
“I know that your Brother Joseph will take good care of you, so don’t worry.”
Joseph did not say anything, but he looked at Emily with a gentle smile. Emily stared back at him, and for some reason, she held his hand, and Joseph reciprocated the gesture.
He smiled and said, “Grandfather, must you really talk about this in front of so many people? Can we discuss it at your study tomorrow?
“But…” The old master still felt insecure about it. He wanted to fix a date for their engagement that very night. Only then would he consider it a done deal.
He wanted them to get engaged as soon as possible so that Emily would not have the opportunity to flee!
Lottie calmly said, “Father, it’s already very late. We should discuss everything else tomorrow. Let the kids rest.”
“That’s true, Old Master. It’s already so late, why must we do this now? The children need their rest!” Butler Milo signaled him with his eyes. Could he not see that Emily was not in a good mood? Why would he be so inconsiderate to her?
Old Master Gale did not mean to be inconsiderate; he was afraid that the opportunity would slip by him. However, since everybody had said the same thing, he would put Emily in a tight spot with his insistence.
“Alright, Joseph. Come to my study first thing tomorrow, and we will discuss this. He looked at Emily and Joseph, and then he winked at them. “In the meantime, be nice to our Emily, don’t let such a wonderful girl get away from you.”
“Understood.” Joseph nodded and stood up. Then, he looked at Wendy. “Wendy, I have prepared all the information about our company’s administration that you have asked for. Follow me upstairs, and I’ll give them to you.”
“Wendy wants our administrative information?” The old master was not the only one shocked by the news. Even Lottie was stunned when she heard that.
Joseph smiled and said, “Well, Gale Corporation would belong to her eventually, we might as well let her familiarize herself with it now so that she could feel at ease when she takes over in the future.”
Even though Joseph was right, Old Master Gale felt a little guilty when he looked at him. Joseph was a great kid. He had been beside him for so many years and served Gale Corporation so loyally. He had always been obedient and had not complained about anything in his life. Joseph never asked for anything from him.
The old master sighed and nodded. “Well then…have a good talk.”
“Grandfather, I’m a little tired. I would like to go upstairs to rest now.” Emily also stood up. After Old Master Gale nodded in agreement, she bid goodnight to everyone and walked toward the spiral stairs.
She did not look at Hunter, not even half a glance. The man was not worthy of her attention anymore—not even a bit.
Emily walked back to her room with heavy steps.
Even though she had already taken a shower and changed, she somehow felt like she needed another wash. She really as if her body was incredibly dirty.
Could a body that had been touched by Eldest Young Master Jackson not be dirty? It would still be dirty even after a shower. She was filthy.
She walked into the bathroom but did not turn on the warm water.
It was almost the new year, so the cold water was icy. Emily almost fainted under the cold water tap. However, the pain in her heart kept her conscious and aware.
What was the use of pain, though? Something that did not belong to her would eventually leave her. What was the point of pain?
Half an hour later, Emily got out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around her body. Her steps were a little weak, and her body shivered from the cold!
However, she did not expect to see another person in her room as soon as she stepped out of the bathroom. He sat on a chair and looked at her coldly.
Emily’s face darkened, and she immediately went back to the bathroom. Before she could close the door, however, the man moved as fast as lightning, and he was already in front of her when she took her second step. He took her arms in a tight grip and pulled her to his chest.
The girl in his arms felt cold, almost like an ice popsicle.
Hunter’s face turned green, and he angrily asked, “You took a cold shower? Are you crazy?”
Emily thought it was funny that Hunter was concerned about her. Was that not funny? Especially when he grabbed her, threw her on the bed, and pulled a blanket over her to wrap her tightly. Was he worried that she would catch a cold?
That man! Just a moment ago, he had tried to shove her to another man, and he even pretended that he did not care about her. It seemed like everything was only an act.
Was he not tired?