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Chapter 170
Chapter 170
Chapter 170 Matthew Getting Jealous
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Xavier had just clocked in for work and before he could even sit down, a haggard–looking Aaron approached him.
Aaron was simply not a likable person.
“Do you need something?” Xavier asked, looking up at Aaron.
Aaron’s eyes were rimmed with red, probably due to a rough night he had the day before.
“I’ve already taken leave from the company,” Aaron said. “Starting from today, I’ll be coming to the office every other day.”
Xavier was running low on patience. “There’s no need to share your matters with me.”
“Of course it’s necessary. Do you know why I took leave? It’s because my mother was in a car accident and had to have an amputation. From now on, she’ll be bedridden and dependent on others for care. But Aurelia only visited the hospital on the day of the surgery and then disappeared these past two days. I can’t get in touch with her at all,” Aaron said, his tone somewhat frantic..
A car accident, an amputation? Xavier was slightly taken aback. “There’s no need for you to inform me about your family matters.”
“How can you say that? Aurelia is your sister, too. She’s my mom’s biological daughter. During this time, she should be by my mother’s side, taking care of her with all her heart. But instead. she’s nowhere to be found.” Aaron frowned deeply.
Xavier sneered. “Why didn’t you consider Auri as family before? Now that trouble has arisen. you want to guilt trip her? Do you think you deserve that? It’s up to you siblings to take care of your mom. If Auri wants to help, it’s because of her kindness. If she chooses not to, that’s completely justified.”
Aaron argued, saying, “But we all have our own jobs. We don’t have that much time. Auri is the only one-
Xavier’s face had completely turned cold. Aaron’s way of thinking had truly redefined Xavier’s perception of shamelessness. “Auri also has a decent job. In my opinion, it’s even more respectable than any job your family members have. If you have issues with your own thinking. don’t assume everyone else is as mindless as you all. If there’s nothing else, get lost. I have work to
do.”
Almost instinctively, Aaron retorted, “How could she be the same as us-
However, as soon as the words left his mouth, he was stunned. It seemed that everyone in our family thinks the same way. Aurelia and Mel are different. She’s not like us. She doesn’t hold the same status, nor is she as important. So, no matter how much Aurelia sacrificed, we could turn a blind eye to her effort, even going so far as to take her for granted.
Aaron suddenly gained clarity.
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The sudden realization caused his facial muscles to tense up.
Subsequently, he strode away stiffly.
Xavier watched as Aaron left, his expression instantly turning cold. “How shameless.”
Xavier knew that Aurelia had gone on a trip. Now that he learned about the Leedon family’s petty and despicable intentions, his heart ached even more for her.
When Aurelia woke up the next day, it was already past ten, and Matthew was nowhere to be found.
She climbed out of bed and headed to the bathroom for a shower.
After changing into fresh clothes, she searched the bed for her phone and realized it had fallen to the ground.
There was a message left for her by Matthew.
He had left at seven in the morning, instructing her to call the hotel concierge upon waking, so they could deliver breakfast. For the day, he had arranged for Gordon to accompany her for sightseeing.
Matthew even stressed that it was unsafe for a girl to travel alone.
Aurelia felt somewhat helpless. Fine, if he says it’s unsafe, then it’s unsafe.
After she had her breakfast, Gordon came knocking at the door, holding a printed document in his hand. “Ms. Shaw, I prepared this guide this morning. It contains detailed descriptions. Take a look and see which itinerary you prefer.”
Looking at the document before her, Aurelia sincerely praised, “How professional!”
“Indeed. I have this knack. I’m good at whatever I do.” Gordon was somewhat flattered by the compliment.
Since it was Matthew who had given the order for him to accompany Aurelia on a day out, Gordon was determined to ensure that she had a great time.
Throughout the day, Gordon and Aurelia visited several places.
Gordon was equipped with a professional camera, and the photos he took could rival those taken. by a professional photographer.
Aurelia gazed at the photo in the camera and once again showered Gordon with praises. “The photos you’ve taken are amazing.”
Gordon’s skills were truly well–rounded. Considering his photography skills, even Matthew would have plenty to learn from Gordon.
When it was time for dinner, Gordon and Aurelia discussed their plans for the next day.
The duo was completely oblivious to the fact that Matthew was entirely absent from this journey.
The crowd dining nearby remarked that Gordon and Aurelia were a couple that was made for one another.
When Matthew arrived, he happened to witness the scene and also heard the comments made by the onlookers about the two.
The look in Matthew’s eyes turned utterly cold.
When Gordon felt a chill creeping up his back and was contemplating asking the shop owner to adjust the air conditioner’s direction, he saw Matthew. Was it the Boss who was staring at me and making me feel chills down my spine?
Gordon quickly addressed, “Mr. Quigley…” I didn’t do anything wrong, did I? Ms. Shaw has had a wonderful time today.
Upon hearing the greeting, Aurelia immediately looked up, only to find Matthew, his face stern and radiating a certain degree of icy aura.
However, Aurelia didn’t find anything unusual about Matthew’s demeanor.
She reckoned Matthew wasn’t used to the cramped, packed, and noisy atmosphere within the
restaurant.
“Have you
had dinner?” Aurelia asked.
Matthew came over and sat down next to Aurelia. Then, with a hint of stiffness in his voice, he said, “No.”
“Um… I just remembered that I have some pending work at the office that I haven’t responded to I’ll have to skip dinner. Mr. Quigley, I need to rush back to the hotel to work,” Gordon hastily
yet.
said.
Gordon didn’t want to suffer an indigestion, so he knew he had to leave as soon as possible. Evidently, Boss is in a bad mood today. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have glared so menacingly at me
earlier.
Gordon could even feel his scalp tingling at that moment.
“Okay,” Matthew agreed.
Subsequently, Gordon immediately left at a rapid pace.
He was quite clever. Seeing that something was amiss with the situation, he made a swift exit. Moreover, he had no desire to play the third wheel.
Aurelia couldn’t help but laugh as she watched Gordon, who was absolutely terrified of Matthew. Is he that scary?
“Did y
you have a lot of fun today?” Matthew asked.
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many photos today,” Aurelia said while eating.
After a day of fun, she was famished.
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Matthew glanced at the few dishes on the table. They seemed to lack flavor and didn’t look particularly appetizing, but Aurelia appeared to be quite fond of them.
It seems Mr. Zeller knows Aurelia very well. Matthew pursed his thin lips.
“This chicken is so tender. You should try it.” Aurelia noticed that Matthew had hardly touched his food and immediately recommended her favorite dish for the evening.
A hint of frostiness receded from Matthew’s face as he picked up his fork and took a bite. The taste was acceptable.
“I’m not very hungry. You go ahead and cat. I’ll wait for you.”
Aurelia acknowledged with a hum and continued eating. Why does Matthew seem a bit odd today?
She glanced at the dishes on the table. They looked rather ordinary, but they tasted surprisingly good. Though not something she’d want to eat every day, they made for a nice occasional treat.
While Aurelia was eating heartily, Matthew picked up the camera that Gordon had left behind. He turned it on and began to look through the photos.
Upon seeing the photo of Aurelia, who looked as beautiful as a fairy and had an incredibly radiant smile, he lowered his gaze, his tongue lightly touching his upper teeth.
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