Chapter 113
Chapter 0113 Gavins POV There was a hopeful boyish quality about my nephew and the thought of poking that bubble with a needle didnt sit right with me .
But I also didnt want to get his hopes up .
It shouldnt matter to me if Judy decided to be his girlfriend .
She was her own woman , and she could do whatever she wanted .
It was clear to me that she didnt want me in that kind of way , she only wanted to keep our relationship professional , which was probably for the best .
å¹´ But the thought of her being touched by another man eft me feeling nothing but resentment and anger .
I had to brush that thought out of my head though ; it was my business .
She made her choice and now I had to make mine .
I cant answer for her , I finally settled on .
Youll have to ask her for yourself .
I turned on that note and walked into the kitchen without saying another word .
Irene and Matt were already seated at the dining table and Walter walked in moments after I did .
I sat at the head of the table and Walter took a seat beside Irene .
Im so glad you can join us for dinner , Dad .
I didnt think youd be here , Irene said with a fond smile Im surprised you arent with Ethan , I replied , putting my cloth napkin on my lap .
She shrugged and glanced at her phone which was beside her on the table .
Hes been busy today , she said softly .
After I got back from the hospital earlier , he had to catch up on , some work .
He spent the entire night with me .
He was such a gentleman .
I looked around her face and saw that the bruise was almost completely gone , and she was looking a lot better .
I was relieved to see that ; when I saw her at the hospital this morning after I left the Villa , she was exhausted and still so scared .
Spending time with Ethan must have helped her mentally recover .
He was so noble last night , Daddy .
I wished I could have remembered him fighting those rogues , but I passed out .
I couldnt believe he came to save me … he must really love me , Irene continued to gush .
I cant believe I ever doubted him .
You doubted him ? Walter asked , raising his brows .
Only for a minute , she admitted .
I thought he might have feelings for someone else .
But I think I was just paranoid .
Who would he have feelings for ? Walter asked .
Who could possibly be better than you , Rena ? Irene blushed and glanced at her empty plate .
Its not important , she murmured .
It was clear she didnt want to say ; I already knew who she was thinking of .
Before anyone could say anything else , the maids were bringing in the food .
It all looks so good ! Irene gushed .
I cant wait to eat , Walter chimed in .
+26 BONUS Chapter 0113 Did in , I said as the food was finished being served ) I waited until they were able to get their filling of food before I began to eat as well .
Did you hear about the masquerade gala this weekend ? Irene asked , glancing at me .
Everybody who is anybody will be there .
I nodded .
I have invitations for you and Ethan , I told her .
She squealed happily and clapped her hands .
Is it possible for me to get a couple of tickets as well ? Walter asked , glancing at me before taking another bite of food .
I would like to ask Judy to accompany me to the gala .
Thats a wonderful idea ! Irene said excitedly.
I can take her shopping and make a girls day out of it .
She froze when I glared at her and she gave me a sheepish smile .
And this time we wont wander off without guards .
youll take extra guards and Beta Taylor , I told her , not leaving any room for arguments .
She nodded and glanced at her plate .
Yes , father .
Walter cleared his throat , bringing my attention back to him .
I didnt want to give him a gateway to take Judy out , but if I refused him , I would have to explain why , and I wasnt prepared to come up with such an excuse right now .
So , can I get a couple tickets ? He asked again .
I nodded .
Yeah , I murmured .
Ill see what I can do .
Thanks , Uncle , he said as he started on his food again .
This is going to be so fun < Irene babbled .
She continued to mindlessly talk while we ate our meal .
My eyes wandered over to Walter briefly and lingered there for a bit longer than they should have .
He had a smile on his lips , and I knew exactly who he was thinking of because I was thinking of the same woman .
Judys POV Two words .
Masquerade Gala ! Nan said , shoving a flyer in my face and squealing excitedly .
I was perched against the tree in the campus quad , studying a textbook , when Nan came out of nowhere .