CHAPTER 206

Chapter 206

As Hayden kept scooping food onto her plate, Stacey ate much faster. Quickly, she felt full and put down the silverware, thinking, “If I put down the silverware, surely Hayden won’t put food on my plate again, and I wouldn’t feel so embarrassed and awkward. However, when she was done eating, she realized that others still weren’t done. Thus, she sat there awkwardly. not knowing what to do.

Hayden gave Stacey a knowing look, causing her to feel her hair and on end. Despite that, she maintained her composure and stayed calm.

After a while, Lillian and Kevin were finally full Kevin put down the silverware and turned to Stacey. “Mommy, I’m full. I want to wash my hands now.”

Lillian and Kevin had the habit of washing their hands after eating Hearing Kevin’s words, Stacey hurriedly stood up and took them to wash their hands. First, she brought Kevin, followed by Lillian.

Once everyone was done eating. Joey helped to clean up the table before Stacey could. Once again, she was at a loss.

After a while, Stacey and Hayden went to the yard together. He smiled and reassured her, “Don’t be so jittery. Marissa and Joey aren’t outsiders.”

Stacey’s mouth opened and closed again. She wanted to say something but didn’t know what to say.

I’ve asked someone to gather some information on Mr. Fraley. It’s already been sent to your mailbox. You can have a look at it after you get back to the hotel. We’ll visit him tomorrow,” Hayden added at the next moment,

Stacey was surprised. “You gathered information?” Then, she quickly returned to her senses and thanked him, “Thank you

At Stacey’s gratitude, Hayden glanced at her, making her apprehensive. “Why? What’s wrong?”

Hayden suddenly laughed and shook his head. “Nothing. I just wanted to tell you that I won’t force you, so don’t be too

nervous.”

Stacey’s mind went blank. It took her a while to realize what he meant by not pushing her, and her ears reddened instantly

With the information Hayden provided on Eugene, Stacey felt like she couldn’t wait any longer. She couldn’t stay at Marissa’s home anymore. She wanted to return to the hotel as soon as possible, open those documents, and study them thoroughly. After careful consideration, she finally said goodbye to Marissa.

Marissa didn’t seem surprised at Stacey’s goodbye. She and Joey even happily offered to send Stacey, Lillian, and Kevin back to the hotel. Not knowing how to refuse their kindness, Stacey had no choice but to accept it.

There were still two cars. Marissa drove one car which Debra, Gwen, and Marie rode in. Meanwhile, Joey drove another car which Stacey, Hayden, Lillian, and Kevin got on.

In the narrow space, Stacey and Hayden sat very close to one another again. They were so close they could catch whiffs of each other’s scents whenever they took a breath.

Fortunately, Lillian and Kevin were also in the car, so Stacey didn’t feel as awkward since she had to take care of them.

The cars soon arrived at the hotel and stopped at the entrance.

Debra exited the car with Gwen and Marie. Subsequently, after the car was parked, Stacey also brought Lillian and Kevin out of the car with her. Then, Hayden also got out and stood with them.

Marissa and Joey smiled, said their goodbyes, and then left.

Stacey sighed in relief after watching them leave. However, when she looked back, she found Hayden watching her. She

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inexplicably became skittish again. “What?”

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Hayden hesitated momentarily and then questioned, “Are you is nervous when facing clients at work too?”

Stacey was confused, while Debra stood beside her, watching their conversation unfold quietly.

Hayden said seriously, “If you are that nervous in front of clients too.”

“Till try my best to get used to it,” Stacey quickly promised.

Hayden chuckled. “It’s hard to get used to that alone. How about practice with you if you don’t mind?”

Hearing this, Debra’s eyes lit up as she watched them silently. However, Stacey was befuddled. “How do we practice?”

Lillian and Kevin were also curious. They looked up at Hayden, who they already took as their father, and Stacey. When they were just about to ask more, Debra fortunately reacted instantaneously. She immediately covered their mouths before they could. “When adults are talking, children shouldn’t simply interrupt. Yes, indeed, that’s right,‘ she thought.

Hayden peered at Stacey with a smile and didn’t answer her immediately.

Debra then spoke to Stacey. “Becky, why don’t you talk with Hayalone? Gwen, Marie, and I will bring the kids back first.

Without waiting for a response from Stacey, Debra immediately called Gwen and Marie to take Lillian and Kevin away.

They left so speedily that Stacey couldn’t even react in time. Hmm… I really want to know what kind of practice method Hayden was talking about though. He’s right. I don’t have much work experience, so I get nervous easily, which is a big taboo in the business world,‘ she analyzed mentally. “You… Do you have a way to practice this?” Stacey couldn’t help but ask.

Hayden smiled and reached out to hold her hands, but Stacey immediately grew shy and tried withdrawing them. Despite that, he didn’t let go. “Becky, look into my eyes”

Stunned, she looked up blankly into his eyes.

Hayden continued insisting, “Look at me. Don’t think about anything. Just look at me like this”

Stacey froze in a stupor. After a while, she tried doing as he said and gazed at hiru with her mind left blank,

Hayden also watched her but stayed still and waited for her to adapt gradually. After a long while, Hayden asked, “Do you still feel as nervous as before?”

Stacey was speechless.

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Hayden looked at her and said seriously, “Becky, start with me. I practice with you. What do you think? If you can comfortable around me and not feel nervous, I believe you’ll also be much more relaxed and less nervous when facing other people.

She remained speechless.

Hayden smiled but added, “We’re going to meet Mr. Fraley tomorrow. If you can’t control your emotions and act nervous, do you think you can persuade him to join Carter’s Jewel?”

.. Stacey hesitated.

“It’s not just Mr. Fraley. You’ll have to face a lot of people in the fature, Becky. If you really want to inherit Mr. Carter’s company, you must first gain courage and confidence, Hayden advised.

Stacey still hesitated. “But It’s not good for us to mingle like thi

Hayden lifted their hands. Earlier, they were only holding hands but right then, he deliberately interlocked their fingers

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together. “I don’t think there’s anything bad about this. We’re both unmarried and single. Additionally, our children like each other very much. I think it’s best if we are together.”

‘Here he goes again, Stacey thought as her cheeks flushed red, and her cars burned up with warmth.

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