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But Stanley remembered when Jessica had just returned to the country . She had her eye on a Chanel handbag , and he had Zayn buy it for her . Zayn delivered the bag to Imperial Garden , where Wendy happened to see it .
Wendy’s face lit up with joy as she admired the bag , her eyes crinkling in a smile .
“ This bag is beautiful , ” she said .
She seemed to really like it .
Stanley replied , “ She likes Chanel bags . ”
Nathan smirked , “ Bags , huh ? That’s easy . Thanks for the tip . ”
At that moment , Benny walked in . “ Stanley , Nathan , you guys are here ! ”
Nathan glanced at Benny . “ Benny , aren’t you supposed to be at the Crones ‘ residence ? ”
“ Yeah , I did . And 1 even ran into Wendy and her adoptive father . Stanley , Nathan , you wouldn’t believe it – Wendy actually rejected her adoptive father ! She didn’t even recognize him as her father . ”
Benny recounted everything that had happened at the Crones ‘ residence .
“ Nathan , how could you still have feelings for Wendy ? She doesn’t deserve you . Now that you know her true colors , you can see what she really is – a shallow , materialistic , and heartless woman ! ”
Benny’s frustration was evident .
Nathan frowned . He turned to Stanley , asking , “ Stanley , what’s the deal with Wendy and her adoptive father ? ”
“ I’m not really sure , ” Stanley answered .
Nathan , unconvinced , looked at Benny . “ Sometimes what you see with your own eyes isn’t the whole truth . I don’t believe Wendy’s really that heartless . There must be some misunderstanding between her and her adoptive father .
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“ You can’t be serious , Nathan ! After everything , you’re still defending Wendy ? ” Benny was furious . He thought Nathan would distance himself from Wendy after hearing all this . “ Nathan , I think Wendy has really clouded your judgment . Stanley , you need to talk some sense into him ! ”
Stanley’s cold eyes were unreadable , his expression stoic as he remained silent .
Back at the Hawks ‘ family estate , Wendy entered the living room , where Glinda was sitting on the couch waiting for her . “ Wendy , you’re back . Freddy , bring the chicken soup over here . ”
The butler , Freddy , brought over the soup and handed it to Wendy . “ Mrs. Hawk , Mrs. Glinda asked the maid to prepare this for you . Drink it while it’s hot . ”
Wendy sat on the sofa and said sweetly , “ Thanks , Grandma . ”
Glinda smiled warmly . “ Wendy , did you settle things with George ? I was thinking of inviting him over for dinner tomorrow . After all , we’re family now , and we can’t overlook these little courtesies . ”
Wendy’s long lashes fluttered slightly . “ Grandma , don’t worry about him . I’ll take care of it . ”
Glinda playfully scolded her , “ You’re such a stubborn child . He’s your adoptive father , after all . ”
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Just then , a maid came in holding a box . “ Mrs. Hawk , someone delivered this box for you . ”
Wendy took the box from her . “ Who was it from ? ”
“ He said he’s your adoptive father , ” the maid replied .
George had sent her a box .
Glinda raised an eyebrow . “ Why didn’t he come inside ? Open the box , Wendy . See what he sent you . ”
Wendy carefully opened the box , revealing a photograph inside .
It was a picture from her childhood , one that George had taken of her while she was in the bath . He had barged in unexpectedly , capturing the moment . Wendy had quickly covered herself with a towel , but parts of her shoulder , leg , and arm were exposed . Her long , wet hair clung to her face , and her wide , terrified eyes were filled with shock . The dark , dim setting combined with her vulnerable expression would undoubtedly satisfy some twisted individuals .
“ Wendy , George sent you a photo ? Let me see , ” Glinda said , reaching for the picture .
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