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Sheena looked at the breakfast spread on the table, pursing her lips in silence.
Why was Elliot being this attentive?
Why did she feel like there was a scheme?
He had not taken advantage of her last night, had he?
Sheena slipped her hand under the blanket, discreetly checking once more and confirming that there
was no pain and no injuries on her body.
Unable to find any clues, she asked the hotel manager, “I just returned to Svelton and don’t know much about this Mr. Jenkins. Have you seen what he looks like?”
The manager shook his head repeatedly. “People like us don’t deserve to see Mr. Jenkins’s true face. He always wears a mask when he goes out, but I’ve seen his back. He’s tall and has exceptional
charisma. I don’t think he’d be ugly either.”
Sheena remained silent.
It seemed she would have to meet Elliot in person to get clear answers.
Ignoring the breakfast Elliot prepared for her, she left the hotel after freshening up and went to supervise the construction of the Angle Group’s building.
Busy throughout the morning, John hurriedly returned and reported, “Miss, I went to visit the Jenkins family, but Mr. Jenkins wasn’t there.”
“What about the Jenkins Group?”
“I checked there too, but no sign of him.”
Alright.
The next day, the day after that, and the day after that…
He would have to show up eventually.
However, even after sending John to look for Elliot for two days and even positioning people at the Jenkins family and Jenkins Group entrances, there was still no sign of him.
The
response was always that he was unavailable.
Sheena was puzzled.
Was he intentionally avoiding her?
What was he hiding?
Two days passed by peacefully, and the date for Sheena’s welcome banquet arrived.
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The grand event was hosted at Albert’s mansion, with a massive turnout of Svelton’s business elite and prominent families.
Two hours before the banquet, Sheena was in her room doing her makeup. Hanging beside her was a custom–made gown by Ms. Zoe. This pricey dress flowed gracefully as she walked, making her appear like a celestial being from a painting.
Paul gently knocked and entered, walking to her side to report quietly, “Miss, Mr. Jenkins still hasn’t arrived. They say he’s on a mission, and he’s unlikely to come tonight. However, your dad will announce the engagement of the Jenkins and Lawson families later tonight. If Mr. Jenkins isn’t present, you might become the talk of the evening. What should we do?”
Sheena remained expressionless. She did not care about all this, and the engagement was something
she intended to cancel sooner or later.
“It’s okay. With Dad around, not many would dare to gossip even if Elliot doesn’t show up tonight,” Sheena replied calmly.
However…
Elliot was obviously avoiding her!
Sheena pondered over it, putting down the loose powder puff. Just then, another servant knocked on
the door.
“Miss, Mr. Santiago Jenkins has arrived. He said he wants to see you alone and is waiting for you in
the side hall.”
“Understood.”
Since Santiago was an elder, she couldn’t let him wait too long. After changing into her gown, Sheena
went to the side hall.
“Hello, Grandpa Santiago. Knowing you were coming, Dad prepared some fine tea. You’re our prestigious guest, after all,” Sheena greeted Santiago with a soft, affectionate tone, maintaining politeness.
Santiago put down the teacup, and at the sight of Sheena, his eyes lit up with surprise.
“Sheena, come a bit closer. Let me have a good look at you.”
Sheena smiled and obediently sat beside Santiago. Although it was their first meeting, Santiago genuinely liked her. Not only was she beautiful, but she also had an elegant demeanor and was well-
spoken.
She seemed to be a thoughtful girl.
Santiago was pleased and said, “What an excellent girl! No wonder Eli likes you. He has never asked me for anything in all these years. It’s the first time, all for your sake…”
He continued speaking, but Sheena was not paying attention. All she could think about was Elliot
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asking Santiago for her hand in marriage.
So, Elliot lied to her about it, pretending it was not prearranged! If so, why was he avoiding her?
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