Chapter 206 A Perfect Match Yuliana and Jared had been in a relationship for three years, yet during this time, they had no intimate contact beyond holding hands.
As best friends, Sallie was very clear about that.
So, while she was advising Yuliana to be reserved and maintain her dignity, telling her not to give herself to a man before marriage, she was secretly courting Jared. In the end, she successfully ended up with him.
That could be considered the standard procedure for modern besties.
Then, she was accusing Yuliana of being a hypocrite. Yuliana wanted to curse back, but her excellent upbringing left her at a loss for how to insult and retort someone.
Seeing that, Sallie became even more satisfied. âBut thanks to Jared for choosing me. Otherwise, how could he have achieved what he has today? Did you know? Jared is now the deputy CEO of Howard Groupâs Jadeborough branch! Would your old-fashioned grandpa have paved the way for Jaredâs future if he continued to be with you?â
At that point, Sallie, far from being ashamed, hugged Jared proudly and asked, âSo, are you regretting not giving yourself to Jared sooner?â
The usually reticent Yuliana was so angry that her eyes turned red.
Finnegan tightened his grip on her hand, having a basic understanding of the situation then.
Taking another look at Sallieâs face, then turned to Jared, who wore a proud expression and remained silent.
A playful smile tugged at the corner of his mouth. âYouâre absolutely right. Itâs a perfect match indeed, all thanks to Yuliana being abandoned! Heâs a man whoâs willing to compromise his principles to be a kept man, and youâre a woman who can accompany old men for the sake of a kept manâs future. You two truly are a match made in heaven.â
As Jaredâs expression changed, Finnegan lowered his head in gratitude. âThank you both for shamelessly getting together. It allowed Yuliana to escape from her misery early on, staying away from the kept man and the shameless best friend!â
Sallie retorted, âWhat nonsense are you talking about?â
Her mind was in utter chaos. How does this guy know?
Indeed, she had accompanied men old enough to be her father or even her grandfather for the sake of Jaredâs future.
Otherwise, it would have been impossible for Jared to join Howard Group just a few years after graduating from university, let alone become the deputy CEO of a subsidiary with an annual salary of millions.
Yet, no one knew about that matter except for Jared.
Finnegan feigned surprise. âDid I say something wrong? Youâve been accompanying the old man in charge of recruitment just so this kept man could get a job. Then, for his promotion, youâve been with a few older III men over the past two years. Did I get that wrong?â
When Jared and the others showed expressions as if they had seen a ghost, and Yuliana looked stunned, Finnegan let out a light sigh.
âYou truly are a good woman! But what a pityâ¦â Finnegan pointed at Jared and said to Sallie with a regretful expression, âHe only wants to use your body to pave the way for his brilliant life. He has never thought of marrying you. Being with Yuliana was only because he valued that Yulianaâs grandfather is one of the top ten miracle doctors in Loang!â
Sallieâs face turned pale. She blurted out, âHow could you possibly know all this?â
Only after speaking did she realize something, so she retorted, âYouâre talking nonsense. None of these things happened at all.â
She tugged at Jared anxiously, asking, âDarling, youâre not using me, are you? You will definitely marry me, wonât you?â
Jaredâs face showed a hint of embarrassment, and the look he gave Finnegan was filled with both apprehension and annoyance. How on earth did this b*stard find out?
He was born and raised in the countryside, and he knew well that his future would be limited if he only relied on himself.
So, he took advantage of Sallie. Initially, when he pursued Yuliana, it was because he valued that her grandfather was Jerome.
He was hoping to change his fate through a woman.
However, Jared was a man of strategy and cunning. Otherwise, he wouldnât have endured three years without touching Yuliana. âBaby, been together for over two years. Donât you know whether my love for you is genuine? How could I not Maou?â.
Sallie nodded emphatically. âExactly. If you truly had no intention of marrying me, how could we have possibly been together for two years?â
âBrat, youâre despicable. Youâre spouting nonsense just to stand up for Yuliana,â Sallie said to Finnegan.
In response, Finnegan let out a quiet sigh. Sallie is truly pitiful yet detestable. This is the typical case of being betrayed yet still helping the traitor.
Jared gave Finnegan a deep look. Pulling Sallie along, he said, âPeople who talk nonsense like this arenât worth our anger. Letâs go in first. I heard that Ms. Langdon and several other young ladies are having a gathering here tonight. Itâs a great opportunity to build relationships.â
âWait!â Finnegan called out to stop them.
Sallie thundered, âYouâre a nobody! What else do you want to say? Weâre not going to listen. Youâre just talking nonsense.â
Finnegan squinted his eyes and said, âWhether you are genuine or just disgustingly cozying up, it doesnât matter.â
Pulling the stunned Yuliana to the front, he added, âBut you canât ignore the harm youâve done to Yuliana.
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Apologize to her, and I wonât pursue it any further. After all, you guys being together are doing everyone a favor!â
If the two of them were to part ways, innocent people would end up getting hurt.
Jared sneered, âBrat, you puzzle me, but an apology is out of the question. She kept me at armâs length for three years despite our love. Itâs only natural that I moved on. No one owes anyone an apology!â
Sallie scoffed and chimed in, âExactly. My darling is a normal man. The fact that he could restrain himself for three years without touching Yuliána already makes him an exceptional man. If anyone should apologize, it should be Yuliana for making my darling hold back for three years.â
With a flushed face, Yuliana scolded, âShameless!â
Finnegan patted Yulianaâs shoulder to calm her down. At that moment, he was also gradually losing patience with the two. âAre you sure you wonât apologize?â
Jared sneered, âWhatâs wrong with that?â
âHoward Group, deputy CEO of the Jadeborough branch?â Finnegan questioned.
Jared said proudly, âYouâre envious, arenât you? Itâs a pity that this is an achievement youâll never reach in your lifetime.â
âYou wonât be for long.â Finnegan took out his phone and directly dialed Mandyâs number. âWhere are you? Iâll give you five minutes. A guy named Jared Webb, whoâs flaunting his position as the deputy CEO of Howard Groupâs Jadeborough branch, is really getting on my nerves!â
After finishing his words, Finnegan hung up the phone.
Sallie snapped back with a mocking smile, âYuliana, where did you find such a gem? He looks like heâs worth less than a hundred bucks from head to toe, yet he acts as if heâs some big shot while on the phone,â
Jared didnât think Finnegan was capable, his face full of scornful laughter. âIsnât it great that some people are willing to play the fool for our amusement?â
Sallie nodded. âYes. Letâs watch the clownâs performance and see who he can summon within five minutes.â
âFinnegan?â Yuliana called, pulling on Finnegan.
She knew what Finnegan was capable of, but she didnât want him to offend others on her behalf.
Finnegan absentmindedly pinched her nose. âYouâre mine. If youâre wronged, itâs as if Iâm wronged.
How could I tolerate that?â
Yulianaâs face turned red as she lowered her head, her heart thumping faster and faster.
Upon seeing that, both Jared and Sallie couldnât help but scoff, leaning against the car and chatting.
After a while, Sallie glanced at the time and scoffed. âAlmost five minutes have passed. It seems-â
Right then, Jared beside her suddenly had his eyes lit up. He pushed Sallie aside and walked forward.
âItâs Ms. Langdonâs car!â