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Chapter 414
Then again, why would Lionel avoid greeting her when he saw her?
Why would he sneak away from her in such a manner?
Sheena felt something was off, puzzled. She had not drunk any alcohol today, so it was highly unlikely that she had misidentified Lionel, as she did last night.
After contemplating for a while, Sheena turned around, reassessing the mansion. She recalled Lionel mentioning that he would be working under a new superior.
If she had not mistaken Lionel’s identity just now, could it be that Elliot was his new superior, and Elliot was affiliated with the National Investigation Bureau? Sheena also remembered the rumors from Farlem’s police station about the leader of the National Investigation Bureau wearing a mask and having an ugly appearance. It made her wonder if Elliot fit that description.
Nevertheless, none of this concerned her. The engagement had to be called off. Behind the black silk–thin curtains of the mansion’s study, Elliot silently observed everything happening at the entrance. Sheena’s petite figure stood there, her sparkling eyes unknowingly meeting his eyes.
Lionel sprinted up the stairs, almost overshooting the entrance to the study. He panted heavily, trying to calm his chest, which heaved due to the sudden shock. “Mr. Jenkins, why did Ms. Sheena suddenly come here? You should’ve informed me quietly. I nearly bumped into her when I entered. Luckily, I dodged in time.” Elliot, no longer addressed as Mr. Freeman as their days in Farlem were over, remained silent, the room’s atmosphere heavy and somber.
Lionel approached him.
“Mr. Jenkins, what’s wrong?”
“Sheena said she has someone she likes…” He murmured, carrying a hint of sorrow.
He thought that having almost died for her would leave a spot for him in his heart. Yet, it seemed like that was wishful thinking.
Lionel fell into silence as well.
It had only been half a year, but she had found someone new to like so quickly?
Lionel felt a pang of heartache for Elliot. He wanted to advise him to let go, but he knew Elliot’s character too well.
All he could do was comfort him, saying, “Mr. Jenkins, don’t overthink it. You’re Elliot Jenkins, not Elijah Freeman. If she doesn’t like you or love you, just try pursuing her again. After all, you look different now, and Ms. Sheena probably wouldn’t recognize you from before.”
That night, half a year ago, Elliot had suffered burns in the abandoned warehouse fire. After resolving the internal turmoil within the Jenkins family, he secretly visited Hurokey for plastic surgery.
His face had recovered well, but it still retained a resemblance to his original
appearance,
Elliot ignored Lionel. Sheena would not fail to recognize him. She was sharp and quick to notice any clues or suspicions.
On the way back, Sheena continued pondering the engagement. If Elliot was unwilling to cooperate, it seemed unlikely that she could cancel the engagement before the upcoming banquet in three days.
That stubborn man!
How could such a stubborn man snatch the title of Svelton’s richest man from Albert?
It was truly infuriating.
Energized and determined, Sheena immediately arranged the establishment of Angle Group’s subsidiary, expanding their business operations from Farlem. Howard held considerable power in the entertainment industry, essentially controlling half of everything.
Sheena, on the other hand, aimed to dominate the other half of the industry.
Busy throughout the afternoon, Sheena finalized the building site and began organizing the company’s interior design.
Suddenly, Ford called.
“Miss, Mr. Barrett and his family found out you’re back, and they’re causing a scene. They’re accusing you of using sulfuric acid to harm him, demanding justice from Old Man Lawson.”
Ever since she revealed her public identity, Sheena knew that Barrett would seize any opportunity to complain. She just did not expect him to be so impatient.
However, the timing couldn’t have been better!
