Suddenly There Are Three (Bailey and Artemis)

Chapter 1023

Chapter 1023 Mother And Daughter Meet Again

Upon hearing that, Victoria immediately lost her temper.

“Bailey, is this how you behave as a friend?”

Bailey couldn't help but laugh.

It was precisely because she considered Victoria as a friend that she made such a remark.

The latter and Lionel were not without affection for each other but were in love. In her opinion, all the fuss was just a waste of precious time

they could be spending together, and a day would come when they would regret it.

“What I'm saying is the absolute truth. Lionel is Mrs. Shurmer's nephew. It wouldn't make sense for her not to care. If you were to get together

with him—”

Before she could finish, Victoria interrupted her outright with a dismissive wave.

“I don't want to use connections to achieve my goals. Thank you for the suggestion, Bay. Indeed, the Shurmer family's logistics are

impressive. I will discuss this with Mr. Zeke. Since it's a collaboration, it naturally has to be established on the basis of mutual benefit. He

delivers goods for me, and I shall pay the shipping costs. I'm not going to pull strings.”

Bailey shook her head with a smile.

The Shurmer family's logistics are used for transporting medicine. Hence, all their channels are green channels. Could she be so naive that she

believes a simple business collaboration would be enough to garner the Shurmer family's agreement? The Shurmer family isn't strapped for

cash, so they'd never lower their status to work as a porter for others. If I don't step in, there's a high chance that her request will be rejected if

she approaches Zeke rashly.

“Okay, okay, whatever you say. Our beautiful and capable Victoria has enough skills and capabilities. I'm sure you can persuade Mr. Shurmer

to collaborate with you.”

Despite saying that, she inwardly decided to help till the end, planning to visit the Shurmer residence in a while to give Zeke a heads-up.

They chatted for a while longer before Bailey finally stood up and left.

Victoria wanted to see her out, but she declined.

After leaving Saunders Group, Bailey drove to the Shurmer residence.

Although she was reluctant to set foot in that house, not only was her loving and doting brother there, but her cherished disciple was also

there. Thus, she couldn't just cut ties with them all.

Blood was thicker than water. Even if she wanted to cast it away, she couldn't do so.

Initially, Waverly was in the kitchen making soup when she heard the doorman report that Bailey was visiting. She quickly untied her apron

and personally went to the living room to welcome her.

Just as she reached the steps, she bumped into Bailey, who was going to ascend them.

Their eyes met. There was no tension between mother and daughter. One trod carefully, while the other wore a cold expression.

Waverly started somewhat hastily, “I didn't know you were coming and didn't prepare anything. If I had known you were coming, I would

have definitely made proper arrangements.”

Bailey noted her cautious demeanor, and her gaze softened slightly, no longer as cold and hard as before.

After a few months, her resentment toward her so-called “biological mother” had faded. All her emotions were gone with the wind, leaving

behind endless indifference.

Ultimately, she couldn't bring herself to cling to her as she did Felicity, let alone take her arm and act coquettishly.

“Zoey is dead. Her death was tragic, and nothing remains of her. She headed toward irreversible doom step by step, and it was all my doing.

Then, there's Zeke. You originally wanted him to marry a lady from a prestigious family, but I paired him with my disciple. Mrs. Shurmer, I

have indeed led both your son and daughter astray. You don't need to appease me. You can glare at me just like you did in the past.”

In a flash, tears escaped the corners of Waverly's eyes.

She stumbled down the steps, reaching out to grab Bailey's arm.

With a swift sidestep, Bailey dodged. Her expression was impassive, devoid of joy and sorrow as she looked at the woman. She inclined her Còntens bel0ngs to Nô(v)elDr/a/ma.Org

head and said, “I'm here to visit Mr. Shurmer. Please lead the way, Mrs. Shurmer. Thank you.”

That was probably the most indifferent and distant mother-daughter relationship in the world.

With tears welling in her eyes, Waverly sobbed, “Zoey brought this upon herself, and her death was more than deserved. I won't blame you.

Bay, I've made mistakes and am unworthy of being a mother. But I still hope that you can give me a chance to make amends, in view of me

bringing you into this world.”

Bailey's face had taken on a somber hue, her eyes betraying suppressed emotions. On the surface, she seemed indifferent. But deep within, a

storm had long since been brewing.

Zeke, who learned of Bailey's visit, hurried over. At the sight of the mother and daughter in a standoff at the bottom of the stairs, he quickly

said to Sammy, “Please escort Ms. Bailey to the study.”

Following the order, Sammy gestured for Bailey to precede her.

Bailey glanced at Zeke, then strode up the steps and hurried into the living room.

Waverly wanted to chase after, but Zeke stopped her from doing so.

“If you don't want her to despise you even more, don't pressure her. There's plenty of time in the future. She will eventually come to accept

you. Bay isn't the type to hold grudges. Even though Mrs. Luther caused her quite a lot of trouble in the past, didn't she still forgive her in the

end? Just wait for a bit longer. If Artemis wants to marry her, he will inevitably come to the Shurmer residence to ask for her hand in

marriage. It will be a good opportunity for you to make amends when she returns home before the wedding. She is kind and can even show

leniency to her enemies, let alone her own mother. You should give her time to adapt.”

Wiping away her tears haphazardly, Waverly gazed at her son hopefully. She said urgently, “I'll go and cook. Make sure she stays for lunch

here.”

“Okay, I'll do my best.”

Meanwhile, Bailey ran into Juliana in the living room.

The union of a man and a woman was truly magical.

When she looked at Juliana previously, the latter always had an air of childish innocence in her eyes.

But after she had been with a man for a few days, her features radiated allure, and even her gestures were filled with charm.

Upon learning from her that Waverly treated her very well, Bailey breathed a slight sigh of relief.

That's good. A harmonious relationship with her mother-in-law is essential for Julie to establish a firm foothold in the Shurmer family.

When she entered the study with Zeke, she didn't beat around the bush but directly stated the purpose of her visit.

Hearing that, Zeke instinctively frowned.

The international logistics of the Shurmer family were used for transporting medicine and had not been used for any other purposes.

If he were to make an exception this time, he'd be in a tough spot in the future when other businesses come asking for favors, plunging him

into a dilemma.

Bailey chuckled. “Lionel is your cousin, Zeke. It's only natural for you to help when his wife needs a hand.”

Glaring at her, Zeke chided, “You always cause trouble for me yet never do anything good for me.”

Bailey blinked, teasing, “Didn't I help you win your wife over? You're not allowed to back out on me now. Otherwise, I'll restore my master-

disciple relationship with Julie, ensuring you'll never be able to marry her in your lifetime.”

Zeke laughed in exasperation, playfully flicking her on the forehead with his fingers.

“Okay, I don't mind agreeing to this, but you must also promise me one thing.”

“What is it?”

“Stay for lunch here.”

Words eluded Bailey.

No longer in the mood to entertain him, she abruptly stood up and headed toward the door.

Seeing her leave so decisively, Zeke was at a loss about her thoughts. He hollered at her retreating figure, “What's with this attitude of yours?”

“I'm going downstairs to keep my sister-in-law company. Make sure lunch is a lavish affair.”

This time, Zeke was struck speechless instead.

When Justin brought Scarlett over to the official residence, Tamara and Raiden had already arrived.

With them were some friends and relatives of the Fletcher family.

After all, Scarlett was the legitimate daughter of the Fletcher family. Since she was getting married, the gathering of friends and relatives was

naturally expected to be grand.

Under Tamara's lead, Justin greeted them one by one. Throughout it all, a mocking smirk tugged at his lips.

These prominent figures in Dellmoor think attending Scarlett's wedding is a great honor. They've got no idea they're in for a rude awakening.

Verily, I can't wait!