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Chapter 659
In Jipsburg City, it was common knowledge that Aiken wasn’t particularly interested in women. He had plenty around him, many of whom were likely as attractive as Skylar. However, there was no way Skylar would lower herself to be just another woman in Aiken’s circle.
Edwin sneered, “It sounds a bit far–fetched, doesn’t it? Maybe Aiken is just using an excuse to brush me off. He might be falling for Skylar himself.”
Molly added, “It’s not surprising. If Joe values Skylar so highly, then she’s not the naïve country bumpkin we thought she was.”
Edwin’s expression darkened. “Regardless of how simple or complex she is, her status makes her unsuitable to be my daughter–in–law Since Aiken refused, he’s clearly not going to take on this business. Anyway, he won’t disclose our conversation.
“You’ll have to find someone else. If it weren’t for the risk of Joe getting suspicious, we’d just use our own people–it would be so much easier, and there wouldn’t be a need to bring Aiken into this. It’s unbelievable that handling someone like Skylar is turning out to be so difficult.”
From Edwin’s tone, Molly could tell that he was growing increasingly displeased with Skylar. She, too, realized the situation was more complex than anticipated. Skylar was proving to be unexpectedly troublesome. Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.
Recalling Skylar’s calm demeanor during their confrontation, Molly felt a growing sense of unease. It seemed that, no matter their actions, Joe and Skylar were inseparable.
“No one is as reliable as Aiken,” Molly stated firmly.
It was an undeniable fact. Otherwise, Edwin wouldn’t have contacted him directly.
Edwin frowned. “It’s just one woman, and she’s causing this much trouble.”
“If we can’t find an alternative, I’ll look overseas. We must ensure no trace is left,” Molly suggested thoughtfully.
Edwin considered this and nodded. “That’s feasible.”
When Skylar returned to Galaxy Villa, she ran into Joe, who had just come back as well.
“You’re just getting back too?” Skylar asked in surprise.
“I had to take care of something unexpectedly. By the way, do you know Aiken Parkinson?” Joe asked casually.
Skylar replied honestly, “I didn’t know him before today. I know his sister, Simona. She invited me to their house to help appraise some antiques today.”
Joe nodded at her response. “I see.”
Skylar had considered asking Joe if he knew Aiken, but then she realized that, given they both lived in Jipsburg, it was entirely normal for them to be acquainted.
As they entered the house and changed into slippers, Skylar heard Joe’s stomach growl. It wasn’t loud, but with only the two of them living in Galaxy Villa, the night felt quiet, and even small sounds seemed amplified.
Joe furrowed his brows slightly. Skipping dinner had been a regular habit, and a growling stomach was nothing unusual.
However, his habits had subtly changed since living with Skylar. Dinner had become a
norm, and now missing a meal made his stomach uncomfortable.
“Did you skip dinner because you were busy?” Skylar asked hesitantly.
She was
also a bit hungry. It was her first time eating at Parkinson Residence, so she hadn’t eaten much.
“I forgot to eat.”
Skylar smiled. “Alright, I didn’t eat much at Parkinson Residence either. I’m a bit hungry too. I’ll make us some instant pasta.”
Preparing a full meal at this hour would take too long, and they’d end up eating in the middle of the night.
“Alright.”
Joe followed Skylar into the kitchen. He raised an eyebrow as she pulled two cups of instant pasta from a cabinet. With a slight smile, he asked, “When did you buy instant pasta?”