Chapter 1769: I'M Jealous

Chapter 1769: I'm Jealous

"Okay." Joyce didn't refuse.

She naturally understood that their current actions were aimed at

Christian's beloved sister, Athena. Not only was she his sister, but also

the person Christian loved. His mood must not be good at the moment.

With Christian's shrewdness, he must have already noticed some

clues. Otherwise, he wouldn't have actively sought her out, dismissed

everyone else, and brought her here.

"Do you like drinking green tea?" Joyce pointed to the tea leaves

placed in front of Christian. "It's hard to imagine since green tea has a

lighter taste.”

Christian sat across from Joyce, rinsed the teapot, and poured boiling

water over the tea leaves. The emerald green leaves rolled and

unfurled in the boiling water, looking fresh and vibrant.

"Actually, I didn't drink tea before, especially not green tea. I picked up

this habit from Athena." Christian poured a cup of tea for Joyce and

pushed it gently towards her.

Joyce was surprised that the topic quickly shifted to Athena. She had

brought up green tea unintentionally.

"Hehe, many people from the Rohomes family like drinking green tea.

It's not surprising." Joyce continued the conversation.

She picked up the cup in front of her. The tea was hot, so she sipped it

carefully. When the tea cooled slightly, she drank it all in one gulp.

“The tea is indeed good. It's a pity that I don't have the mood for it. I

don't like drinking tea." Joyce spoke calmly. "Some people claim to like

drinking tea, but they don't truly appreciate it. They only use it as a way

to display a serene and leisurely image. Such people often act more

ruthlessly. It's like many people who worship Buddha, but how many of

them truly have Buddha in their hearts? It's just a result of accumulating

sins and wealth, feeling unworthy of their virtues, and unable to find

peace in their hearts. That's all.”

Christian paused, raising his gaze to Joyce's eyes, a touch of depth

appearing in his own.

He put down the teacup in his hand.

She was right; he wasn't a tea drinker either. He sought peace of mind.

Athena wasn't either. Tea was just a tool for Athena to conceal her true

nature, making it difficult for people to see through her, to understand

her intentions.

“You're more perceptive than before," Christian smiled slightly, his gaze

showing admiration.

"Hehe, even if I had experienced death, I still wouldn't be able to see

through everything. I can only say that my attachments run deep."

Joyce remained composed. Her beautiful face, framed by the scenery

outside the window, appeared tranquil and serene.

Christian's eyes dimmed.

Someone who had experienced death but still couldn't let go of their

attachments naturally referred to Athena.

He sighed.

"I already know about Alisha's situation. I'm sorry I didn't discover that

someone had tampered with Alisha back then; otherwise, we wouldn't

be facing this disaster. It's my responsibility. I apologize.”

“You're my benefactor, there's no need for you to apologize." Joyce

looked deeply into Christian's eyes. "You know, I've always been

grateful to you. I have no way to repay you. I can't fulfill what I owe you.

You don't owe me anything."

After a pause, Joyce continued, “Let me make it clear. Athena abducted

Alisha and implanted an explosive device in her body. I know you've

liked Athena for many years, and I don't want to be your enemy. But I

can't give up on my daughter. I'm determined to deal with Athena. I

don't expect you to understand me, and I won't ask for your help. I just

hope that you can remain neutral and observe from the sidelines. I will

give you an explanation afterwards."

Christian suddenly stood up. "Actually, I..."

He wanted to say that he had already let go of his infatuation with

Athena. Since he found out about Alisha's situation, the last string in his

heart had completely snapped. The Athena he remembered from his

memories was not the same as the Athena now.

He remembered the day he took Alisha from Luther's embrace, feeling

her soft and warm body, so small and real. It filled him with immense

excitement.

He had thought that Alisha was already dead, but she was still alive.

This news was too shocking for him.

What could be happier than this?

He had treated Anderson and Alisha as his own children.

“I didn't expect you already knew. I thought he hadn't told you,"

Christian sat back down, calming his emotions.

Joyce shook her head. "He didn't tell me. I figured it out myself. He

didn't want me to worry or be hurt. Before the situation has a good

ending, he prefers to keep me in the dark."

“You understand him well," Christian raised an eyebrow. His gaze fell

on Joyce's slightly swollen belly. In fact, he had noticed it earlier. It

wasn't very noticeable the last time he saw her, but now it couldn't be

concealed.

"You're pregnant?” he asked.

Joyce lowered her head, gently looking at her belly.

"Mhmm." She smiled as she looked up. "I don't know whose genes they

inherited, but it's twin boys."

Christian was momentarily stunned. He laughed. "I'm jealous, really."

"I will help you with Alisha’s situation,” Christian suddenly turned

serious. He pulled out a piece of paper from under the tea table and

handed it to Joyce. "I know you're looking for the hidden location of the

detonator. These are three places I know of. You need to eliminate

them. Some places are beyond my current influence. Although I've

severed ties with her, I don't want to get involved personally, but you

don't have to worry about me."

Excitement flashed in Joyce's beautiful eyes. She didn't even have to

ask; she had already obtained what she wanted.

With three specific locations clarified, their workload would be greatly

reduced, and their time shortened.

“Thank you, Christian.” She took the paper from Christian's hand.

Although Christian had just said that he had severed ties with Athena,

she still made a solemn promise. “Christian, no matter how Athena

retaliates, I promise I won't harm her in the slightest. Your family affairs,

I won't interfere. I know you must want to resolve things between you

and her personally. Once we rescue Alisha, I will also find out the truth

about what happened ten years ago and give you an explanation.”

Christian nodded. "Okay."