Chapter 227

Chapter 227:

“Um… you could say we work together. He’s sought my advice on a few business matters,” Madisyn replied quietly, not quite ready to disclose her role in Homelight Enterprise.

Working with Jared? Andrew felt a mix of emotions. It seemed his girlfriend held a mysterious identity that he didn’t know about. He had assumed Madisyn would lean on him more after arriving in this city, yet she seemed to have connections he hadn’t anticipated.

“It appears my Madisyn is far more accomplished than I realized,” Andrew remarked casually.

Feeling slightly guilty, Madisyn touched her nose. “Not really. I’m certainly not as accomplished as you. Andrew, you’re the remarkable one.”

“You’re quite the character,” Andrew teased, playfully tapping her nose. “I’m waiting for the day you tell all your secrets to me.”

Madisyn gave a sheepish smile.

Their conversation continued for a bit, but then Andrew needed to leave.

Madisyn inquired, “Are you not staying for a while?”

“I have a few things to handle, so I can’t stay. It’s getting late. You should head to bed soon,” Andrew replied thoughtfully.

“Okay.”

Then, Andrew left.

What Madisyn didn’t notice was that the villa next door was lit up, and a group of people were observing them intently by the gate.

Seeing Andrew walk away, Glenn let out a sigh of relief. “At least he knows his boundaries.”

Elaine remarked, “Just as I’ve always said, Andrew is a true gentleman. Where could you find another fine young man like him?”

Howard added, “Having spent time with Andrew, I can vouch for his abilities and integrity. He’s indeed suitable for my sister.”

Elaine, pleased, said, “I have a discerning eye for men.”

Yet, Elaine had some worries. “But Howard, I’ve heard Corbett has become quite influential. Do you think you and Andrew stand a chance against him this time?”

Howard considered this. “There’s definitely a chance. Don’t worry, Mom.”

Despite Howard’s reassurance, Elaine couldn’t shake her concerns. If Corbett were to become the head of the Klein family, Madisyn might find herself in a difficult position.

Their conversation was interrupted as Glenn received a phone call.

“Yes, I see. Understood.”

After he ended the call, Elaine inquired, “Who was that on the phone?”

“Rowan.”

“Rowan?” Elaine expressed surprise. Nolan Johns had two sons; Glenn was the elder, and Rowan, the younger. Glenn had always displayed a natural talent for business and had been designated early as the family head.

Rowan Johns, while not involved in the family business, had excelled in the arts from a young age and had become one of the country’s most renowned artists. Many years ago, he had moved to Ansport with his family. He often critiqued Glenn and his pursuits, deeming their focus on wealth as superficial and considering money to be just an external possession. Elaine held a certain disdain for Rowan and his family, believing they scorned wealth simply because they lacked it. Would they maintain the same attitude if they were wealthy?

Following the death of Glenn’s parents, the two branches of the family seldom interacted. Yet now, Rowan had unexpectedly reached out to Glenn.

Elaine asked, “What does he want?”

Elaine suspected Rowan had ill intentions.

Glenn explained, “It’s actually quite simple. Rowan found out we were in Ansport and invited us over. It has been a while since we last saw each other.”

Elaine agreed, saying, “That makes sense. Well, since he’s invited us, I’ll mention it to Madisyn tomorrow, and we can all make a visit.”

Despite their differences, Glenn and Rowan were still brothers. Now, with their parents gone, maintaining family ties seemed even more crucial. They couldn’t just cut their ties.

The following day, Madisyn saw a message from Elaine when she woke up, which was how she first learned her father had a brother. She had always believed her father only had a sister, which was her aunt, Lynda. Madisyn replied, “Okay, I’ll come by after work.”

After breakfast, Madisyn left for her office. Upon arrival, she was greeted warmly.

“Hello, Miss Johns.”

Madisyn nodded politely in response to each greeting. As she neared the elevator, she couldn’t help but overhear a conversation.

“Maxine, are you really going to let this go? They’re taking it too far, completely overlooking you.”

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