Conquest Game: The Aloof Husband is Dangerous!-Chapter 145 - 137: Divergent Intentions

Nina Pierce didn’t mind, "Laura, I think true love doesn’t require much consideration. If you like Jonah Xavier, just be open and honest with him. If he really loves you, he won’t care about past issues. After all, who doesn’t have a past?"

"Besides, having Twinkle wasn’t exactly your choice, there are too many hidden secrets involved. Jonah Xavier is not an unreasonable man."

Nina Pierce analyzed calmly.

She supports her friend’s choices wholeheartedly, but as an observer, she helps her analyze everything clearly so Laura doesn’t miss important details.

Laura Quincy sighed, "I haven’t figured out what happened six years ago. Every time I think about it, it’s a mess. Before sorting these things out, I don’t want to start a new relationship. The better Jonah Xavier is as a man, the more responsible I need to be towards him."

Nina Pierce understood her friend’s concerns, "Hmm, no matter what, I’m here as your solid backup!"

The two chatted for a while longer before hanging up the phone.

Meanwhile, in Aethelburg’s most luxurious five-star hotel, a grand wedding was taking place. The guests were either rich or noble, and even the media presence numbered no less than twenty outlets.

Dressed in white wedding attire, Jasper Hawthorne was full of spirit today. Wherever he went, he could hear congratulations, and he acknowledged each warmly.

However, why hadn’t Third Uncle and Serena yet arrived by noon?

Despite his doubts, he continued to smile gracefully in front of the attending guests and media.

As the Hawthorne Family’s eldest son, Wade Hawthorne was particularly delighted today. He knew that once his son was formally united with the Jennings Family, the day his son would become the heir was not far off.

As for Fourth Brother not being present, perhaps he was also avoiding media questions!

Ha! He was eager for Fourth Brother’s marriage with Stella Jennings to fall through. Without the Jennings Family’s support, what would Jason Hawthorne have to boast about!

"Master, does the marriage alliance between your son and the Jennings’ Third Miss signify major changes in the Aegis Group’s senior management?"

The media’s questions were always sharp, piercing right into the heart of the matter.

Wade Hawthorne smiled as he deflected, "Future matters are unpredictable. I hope media friends do not make speculation, so as to prevent the spread of false rumors about any discord between my Fourth Brother and me."

"Master, given Fourth Young Master hasn’t appeared yet, is he not planning to attend the wedding?"

"I have not received such notification."

"Master, will your son’s position change after the marriage?"

"Personnel matters within the Aegis Group have always been decided by my father. Any changes in personnel are arranged by him."

Wade Hawthorne answered the journalists’ questions with ease, striving not to make any mistakes. On such an important day, he certainly couldn’t hold his son back!

In contrast to their family’s delight, Wyatt Hawthorne and Lana Hawthorne’s side was rather quiet. The media rarely interviewed them, as if their position had nothing to do with the struggle for the inheritance within Aegis Group...

"Things with Vivian and Jonah Xavier haven’t made any progress; what should we do?" Wyatt Hawthorne worriedly asked.

"Second Brother, don’t be too anxious. I’ve asked Violet, and it seems Jonah Xavier is somewhat indifferent towards her. It’s challenging when it’s one-sided from the girl’s side."

"Isn’t it said that a woman’s chase of a man is like a thin veil?"

"I’ve advised Violet, but it’s said that Jonah Xavier is quite unyielding, ordinary methods don’t seem effective."

"He should attend the wedding today with the Xaviers!"

"But the Xaviers might not agree to let him marry our Violet!" Lana Hawthorne expressed her concerns.

Wyatt Hawthorne showed displeasure, "Is my daughter, Violet, not good enough? Even if I’m not very capable, I’m still the second Young Master of the Hawthorne Family; no one dares to look down on me!"

Lana Hawthorne hurried to soothe her brother, "Second Brother, you know that’s not what I meant. However, the best approach is for Father to step in, so the Xaviers won’t refuse."

Wyatt Hawthorne considered it, realizing the truth in her words. If he approached the Xaviers himself, it might seem like he was forcing them to accept his daughter...

"Hmm."

The two talked it over and went to see Angus Hawthorne, "Dad, Violet is not young anymore. Today, there are so many accomplished young men present; I’d like to find a son-in-law with a comparable family background for her."

Angus Hawthorne glanced at his second son, as shrewd as he was, he naturally understood what Wyatt had in mind and chose not to expose it. "Hmm, which young master have you set your sights on?"

Wyatt Hawthorne spoke candidly: "I consider Jonah Xavier from the Xaviers to be excellent in character and other aspects. He’s five years older than Violet, just right."

Angus Hawthorne said with a meaningful tone: "Did Violet start working at Pinnacle Law Firm after graduation?"

Wyatt Hawthorne’s heart skipped a beat; nothing seemed to escape the old man’s awareness!

"Yes, Violet mentioned she went there due to admiration for a senior, although I only recently found out the senior she admired was the Fifth Young Master of the Xaviers."

"Really? What a coincidence!"

For a moment, Wyatt Hawthorne felt a cold sweat.

Lana Hawthorne hurried to smooth things over, "Dad, Violet is just a young girl experiencing her first love. It’s rare for someone she likes to match our family both in status and virtue. And Jonah Xavier, well, he’s talented and capable, really a perfect match for our Violet!"

Angus Hawthorne was contemplative, "Hmm, Jonah Xavier truly is impressive! I heard Jason is considering recruiting him into the company’s legal department?"

Wyatt Hawthorne nodded, "Fourth Brother indeed has that idea, but Jonah Xavier has always worked solo, refusing to be employed by any company, only taking on individual cases."

Angus Hawthorne was thoughtful, "Have you been getting close with Jason recently?"

Wyatt Hawthorne quickly laughed it off, "Dad, Jason is my brother, of course as brothers, we shouldn’t be distant."

His words carried a hidden meaning.

Angus Hawthorne said nothing further, "I have Violet’s marriage in mind."

Wyatt Hawthorne quickly smiled, "Thank you, Dad!"

In any case, with the old man’s help, Violet and Jonah Xavier’s marriage is promising!

Just as the wedding march was about to begin, Jason Hawthorne finally arrived, only to be immediately surrounded by the media.

"Fourth Young Master, did you arrive late to avoid overshadowing your nephew?"

"Today is Jasper’s day. Does it make a difference if I come early or late?" Jason Hawthorne’s witty response left the media momentarily speechless.

But the media weren’t pushovers either, "Fourth Young Master, why is your fiancée Stella Jennings not attending the wedding with you?"

Jason Hawthorne calmly replied, "Firstly, Stella Jennings is not my fiancée; secondly, today’s bride is her own sister."

At that moment, as the wedding march began, Jason Hawthorne left, not giving the reporters any chance to question further.

After he left, the reporters looked at each other in confusion. Did the Fourth Young Master denying Stella Jennings as his fiancée imply their relationship had changed?

Someone muttered quietly, "The Fourth Young Master has never officially acknowledged Miss Stella Jennings as his fiancée. Denying the fiancée title doesn’t mean they’re not dating, that makes it a tricky news story to write!"

"Exactly! Especially since the Fourth Young Master mentioned it’s Serena Jennings’ wedding today, objectively speaking, Miss Stella Jennings should be with the Jennings."

Serena Jennings, busy all morning, finally noticed her second sister wasn’t present. She quietly asked her husband, Jasper Hawthorne, "Did you see my second sister?"

Jasper Hawthorne shook his head, "No, I only saw my uncle alone."

Serena Jennings was baffled. On such an important occasion, her second sister should have shown up!

If not for the priest reciting the wedding vows, she would’ve lifted her dress and gone to ask her parents why her second sister wasn’t there...

Just as Jason Hawthorne sat down, his son Twinkle jumped off his grandmother’s lap and climbed onto his lap, whispering, "Daddy, when are we leaving? It’s so boring here!"

Jason Hawthorne soothed his son, "We’ll leave after dinner."

Justin Hawthorne pouted, "Huh? Twinkle isn’t hungry at all."

Jason Hawthorne ruffled his son’s hair, "Leaving without eating is disrespectful to your grandparents. Aren’t you always the most filial one?"

Only then did Justin Hawthorne reluctantly nod, "Alright!"

While the father and son were whispering, Eleanor Ford leaned over and whispered, "Jason, where’s Stella? Why didn’t she come with you today?"

Jason Hawthorne didn’t intend to deceive his mother, "Mom, I don’t like Stella Jennings. It’s impossible for me to marry her."

Eleanor Ford was utterly shocked, "What nonsense are you spouting! After so many years with Stella, you suddenly say you don’t like her anymore? Be honest with your mother, do you have another woman outside?"

Jason Hawthorne pressed his lips and said nothing.

Justin Hawthorne chipperly interjected, "Grandma, I don’t like Aunt Stella becoming my new mommy either."

Eleanor Ford was dismissive of her grandson’s words, "What do kids know?"

Justin Hawthorne poutily played the unhappy act. Who said he didn’t understand? He just didn’t want Aunt Stella to be his new mommy!

Hmph!

On this point, he supported his daddy!

Jason Hawthorne said seriously, "Mom, I mean it. You also know Twinkle has never liked Stella Jennings. I can’t completely disregard Twinkle’s feelings. Twinkle is also your grandson. You wouldn’t want to see him unhappy, right?"

He straightforwardly used his son as a shield.

Twinkle was quite cooperative with his father, "Grandma, aren’t you the one who loves Twinkle the most? Can’t you agree with Twinkle just this once?"

Eleanor Ford gave her son an exasperated look, "Nonsense! Both of you are being ridiculous! What’s not good about Stella? She has silently supported you all these years, been by your side, cared for you, educated and well-mannered..."

She rattled off a long list.