The Ex-husband Wants to Get Power Every Day After the Divorce-Chapter 214 - : Jump
Chapter 214: Chapter 214: Jump
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Perhaps it was the houseβs atmosphere, but Xander Moore felt that Daniel Thompson suddenly appeared much more noble than him. He lowered his head, both envious and self-conscious. π§ππ¦π¦πβ―π£ππΈπΏβ―π.ππΈπ
No wonder Gillian didnβt want to go back with them. After living in such a house, how could she accept their home?
Seeing her biological parentsβ nervousness as they got off the car, Gillian Thompson couldnβt help but roll her eyes internally.
Seeing their amazement, Daniel Thompson arrogantly raised his chin a bit.
For middle-aged people, money is a symbol of power.
If they wanted to take his daughter back, they would need to have the power to do so!
Confident in his heart, Daniel showed no emotion on his face and smiled warmly, βDonβt just stand there, come in.β
Just as they entered, Amanda Leaford, who had received the message earlier, greeted them with a smile.
βAs soon as I received the message, I hurriedly asked the kitchen to prepare more dishes. You must be Gillianβs uncle and aunt?β She walked up to Lily Turner and Xander Moore with a warm smile.
Amanda was wearing a blue silk traditional long dress with delicate orchid embroidery that snaked from her knees up to her shoulders. As she moved, the blooming orchids seemed to come to life, exuding an elegant orchid fragrance.
With every gesture, her movement seemed to touch peopleβs hearts.
Upon seeing such a beautiful Amanda Leaford, Lily Turnerβs expression was momentarily stunned.
Could this woman with such an aura be
βMom, thank you, you can go rest now. Iβll take care of my uncle and his family.β
Gillianβs calling her βMomβ snapped Lily Turner back to reality.
It was indeed Gillianβs adoptive mother!
In an instant, all of Lily Turnerβs previous confidence vanished.
The difference was too vast!
Even though they had high expectations for the Thompson family beforehand, it was only upon actually arriving that they realized the true gap was even greater than they had imagined.
At this moment, Lily Turner soberly realized that even if they were to take Gillian back, they probably wouldnβt be able to provide her with such a life.
βGillian, when did you find your family? Why didnβt you tell us? We could have met them in advance. This rushed visit is so impolite.β
Amanda Leafordβs gentle voice made Gillianβs face turn awkward. She quickly replied, βThey just found me yesterday, and I havenβt had a chance to tell you yet.β
βOh β Amanda Leaford gave a meaningful smile, looking at Lily Turner, βI wonder who Gillianβs biological parents are β
βTheyβre dead!β
Gillian jumped in before Lily Turner could answer.
The atmosphere suddenly became stiff.
Lily Turnerβs face turned as pale as a sheet.
Xander Moore maintained more composure than Lily Turner, and went along with Gillianβs words, βYes, Gillianβs parents have long passed away.β
βYes, theyβre dead, all dead canβt live,β Lily Turner mumbled to herself.
Gillianβs heart, which had been stuck in her throat, finally relaxed. Seeing their saddened expressions, her heart felt heavy.
She clenched her teeth and looked at Daniel, βDad, letβs have dinner earlier. I have some things to do with my uncle and aunt, so Iβll send them back after we eat.β
βWhy bother sending them at this late hour? Just let them stay here for a few days!β Daniel Thompsonβs expression softened upon hearing that Gillianβs biological parents were deceased. βTheyβre Gillianβs relatives, and that makes them our family too. We donβt have to be so formal. We have plenty of guest rooms; you can even stay here long-term if you want.β
Upon hearing this, Gillianβs face turned pale again, her lips quivering, and her teeth biting her tongue, causing her heart to tremble in pain.
It was okay for anyone to stay here, but Lily Turner and her husband couldnβt!
She forced a smile and tried to signal Lily Turner with her eyes, hoping she would decline the offer. However, Lily was looking down, lost in thought and didnβt notice her cues.
Amanda glanced at her watch and pouted, βWhy havenβt Joshua and Ivy arrived yet?β
Gillian Thompsonβs heart skipped a beat.
Damian Thompson said with a smile: βThey have already arrived.β
As soon as his voice fell, a carβs sound of stopping echoed outside the door.
Lily Turner suddenly looked up, her face full of horror with intertwined wrinkles.
Ivy? Ivy Thompson? The woman she had kidnapped? How could she be here?
Lily desperately looked at Gillian Thompson for help. Seeing Lily like this, Gillianβs heart thudded, and she instantly felt numb all over.
Did Lily confront Molly Walker directly at that time?
If that was the case, Molly would definitely recognize Lily as her kidnapper when they meet!
βAuntie Lily, didnβt you say you needed to go to the toilet? Let me take you to my room.β She entered the elevator first, and Lily followed without any hesitation.
As the elevator doors closed, Gillianβs face turned cold. Lily timidly lowered her head, hardly daring to breathe.
Once inside the room, Gillian got straight to the point: βDid she see your face?β
βShe probably did.β
βYou idiot!β Gillian trembled with anger, βDo you want to get me killed?!β
βIf you hadnβt talked too much today, none of my family would have known about your existence. Please, if you canβt help me, at least donβt drag me down!β
Thinking about her current predicament, Gillianβs eyes turned red with anger. Her nose tingled and tears fell like broken beads.
She had gone through great pains just to stay, and she never thought the two of them would ruin everything.
βIβm sorry, Gillian What should we do now? I donβt want her to see me.β Although she was already out of prison, she didnβt inform on Gillian. If the Thompson family found out about this, her son would probably be done for!
Gillian cried for a bit, and upon hearing the noises downstairs, she knew that Molly and her party had already arrived.
With things set in stone, she could only take a gamble!
She wheeled herself to the window, opened it, and turned back.
The bright moonlight cast a soft glow on her face, smoothing her features. However, her eyes were unusually bright.
Her lips parted, and two cold words were uttered: βJump.β
Jump, Lily
There was no other choice.
Meanwhile, in the Thompsonβs living room, Daniel Thompson was scolding Molly Walker.
βEvery day you do nothing productive, you just tarnish our familyβs reputation. Knowing that we have guests, you still make everyone wait for you. Have you no manners?!β
Molly frowned upon entering and hearing Danielβs accusation.
βDad, itβs rush hour. There was traffic.β Joshua Thompson was unhappy with Danielβs attitude and rolled his eyes.
This attitude immediately provoked Danielβs anger.
βDonβt think that just because Joshua is protecting her, sheβs off the hook. She somehow offended the βWβ organization, almost causing our companyβs cooperation to collapse!β
Thinking of those who terminated their collaborations, Daniel Thompson became even more furious.
Those people said that his daughter had offended someone from the organization. Though they didnβt outright say it, their words directly pointed to Ivy Thompson.
Ever since this daughter acknowledged her family, the companyβs projects have encountered problems one after another.
The more he recalled the fortune tellerβs words that she would bring misfortune to him, the more the thorn in his heart refused to budge.
βDaniel Thompson!β Amanda Leaford shouted angrily, βStop venting all your anger on Ivy!β
βIβm venting on her?!β Daniel Thompson pointed to his sons, βAsk them if it wasnβt for Gillian, our companyβs reputation would have been ruined!β