A Successful Career After Divorce

“Ranita…” Brendon was about to speak when Shannon’s voice called out, “Brendon, don’t leave me alone!”

Ranita heard her voice and felt very angry.

“Fine, go take care of her first!” Ranita walked quickly, but Brendon caught up with her in a few steps. “Ranita, how can you leave me here alone? Aren’t you afraid I’ll be at a disadvantage?”

Ranita was angry but couldn’t help but laugh.

“What disadvantage?”

“What if Shannon tries something on me? How awkward would that be?” Brendon held her fingers and pleaded, “Will you help me?”

Brendon couldn’t just leave Shannon alone.

Ranita bit her lip, holding back her temper. “But she wronged me! I…”

“Yes, but I didn’t believe her!” Brendon placed his hand on her shoulder. “Will you help me, please?”

Ranita calmed down, realizing that letting Shannon take advantage of the situation would be foolish.

She followed Brendon back.

Sure enough, Shannon’s face turned pale, seemingly unable to believe that Ranita hadn’t left.

“Miss Murphy, let me reiterate that I did not push you earlier. But since you got hurt while dining with us, I can’t bear to leave you alone at the hotel.”

“Brendon is a man, and it’s inappropriate for you to stay with him! How about this, I have a guest room at my place; you can stay there for a couple of days.”

“Besides, aren’t you and Chole quite close? You can catch up.”

Shannon was clearly unwilling.

“Ranita, this doesn’t seem right!” She paused and then looked at Brendon. “Brendon, wouldn’t it be inconvenient for me to trouble Ranita? Maybe I should stay with you…”

“I used to stay at Boulderland Mansion often. Even though we’re no longer engaged, we’re still friends. There’s no need to be so formal.”

Shannon had said all the good and bad things.

Ranita bit her lip and grabbed Brendon’s arm. “Brendon, how do you want to arrange this?”

“It’s indeed inconvenient at my place.” Brendon paused. “Ranita is not an outsider; her opinion is mine. Just follow her arrangement.”

“If that’s not acceptable, I’ll arrange for you to stay in the hospital and hire a professional caregiver for you!” Brendon not only sided with Ranita but also showed his determination.

Shannon felt turmoil in her heart.

“Alright… I’ll follow Ranita’s arrangement then! It’s been a while since I last saw Chole; we can catch up.”

“But Ranita, will your family welcome me? What if they’re unhappy?”© 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

Hearing this, Ranita remembered that Alexia had strong opinions about Shannon. If she brought Shannon home, Alexia might explode.

Ranita felt troubled.

“If Miss Murphy doesn’t want to come to my place, then stay in the hospital!” Ranita didn’t want to waste words. She arranged for a VIP room and hired a professional caregiver.

After all the fuss, they didn’t have a proper lunch and were exhausted.

Ranita finally got a moment to catch her breath in the restroom. When she came out, she saw Shannon shamelessly tugging on Brendon’s sleeve, exposing her pale legs and striking a seductive pose. “Brendon, the doctor said I need to apply ointment every two hours. I’m in pain now; can you help me?”

Brendon looked up and saw Ranita. His hand trembled as he stepped back a meter and hurriedly explained, “Ranita, I didn’t do anything!”