hapter 59 A Bargain Struck
Chapter 59 A Bargain Struck
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Donald nodded, “Alright, it’s settled then. Just don’t back out when you see the modest conditions.”
“Mr. Donald, rest assured, I never go back on my word,” Vivienne responded. “May I ask when and where you plan to hold the performance?”
Donald thought for a moment. “Let’s set it for the end of this month. I haven’t decided on a place yet; I’ll let you know once I do.”
Vivienne wasn’t picky about the venue, so she agreed. Donald handed her the medicine, confirming again. “Once you take this, there’s no backing out, no matter what happens; you have to go perform.”
“Mr. Donald, don’t worry, I’ll be there,” Vivienne assured him solemnly.
With that, Donald waved her off. “Alright, if there’s nothing else, you better get going and stop disturbing my selection of herbs.”
Vivienne greeted Donald and turned to leave.
Watching Vivienne’s retreating figure, Donald made a phone call.
“I’ve agreed to go back.”
About ten minutes later, the clinic’s front was crowded with no less than twenty luxury cars. Several middle–aged men and elegantly dressed women hurried inside.
“It’s so good to hear that, Dad!
You finally decided to come home!”
Donald was immediately furious at the sight.
“Damn it, who told you to make such a spectacle? Tell those cars outside to get lost!”
One of the men hurriedly instructed his assistant to move the vehicles. Another man quickly approached Donald.
“Dad, everything’s ready for the welcome banquet at home. Let’s go now.”
Donald glared at him. “When did I say I was leaving right now?”
Confused, the man asked, “Dad, then you are…”
“I’ll
go
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back at the end of the month. On my behalf, invite the families friendly with the Tempo family to the banquet.”
The man was overjoyed. “Dad, you’re finally ready to show up! That’s great! I…”
He was cut off by Donald.
“I need you to do one thing for me. If you can’t manage it, I’m not coming back.”
“Dad, just say it.”
Donald gave his instructions.
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Chapter 59 A Bargain Struck
The man initially showed disbelief, then his expression grew serious.
He nodded. “Dad, rest assured, we’ll get it done.”
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After everyone left, Donald scoffed, “The Harrington family, those snobs, they exploit that girl because her family isn’t around to protect her. That Harrington boy may look decent, but he’s just squandering the genuine affection from others, keeping another woman on the side. Hmph, this time I’ll let them know, with the Tempo family backing her, let’s see who dares to bully that young lady.”
The moment Vivienne got the medicine, she went to find Edmund.
“I’ve brought the medicine; can you release Serena now?”
Edmund eyed the unimpressive bottle in his hand, skeptical.
“Are you sure this medicine isn’t fake?”
Vivienne clenched her fists unconsciously. No matter what she did, he always doubted her, while Lillian could do no wrong in his eyes.
“It’s genuine,” Vivienne said flatly. “If you don’t believe me, you can have Madam Talia check it. She’s been taking it for two years; she’ll know if it’s real or fake.”
“If that’s the case, then come back home with me,” Edmund said indifferently.
Vivienne, unfazed by his distrust, nodded. “Alright.”
At the Harrington residence, Madam Talia slammed her fist on the table, visibly enraged.
“What, Vivienne hasn’t been home in ages? Not only does she neglect you, but she’s also off taking care of someone else’s child?”
Theo nodded, recalling the incident and feeling utterly wronged, his voice tinged with a whine.
“When I asked om to make a choice, she picked that troublemaker. His dad said, ‘Your mom gets paid to look after him, but she doesn’t make any money taking care of you. That boy, August, comes over every day just to brag about how great my mom is to him. She doesn’t just pick him up from school; she also whips up all kinds of snacks and delicious meals for him every day.”
Talia was inclined to scold Vivienne, but seeing Theo’s pitiful look, she softened.
“Don’t listen to that bad kid; he’s lying to you.”
“No, he’s telling the truth!”
