NovelEnglishChapter 701 A contented smile appeared on Carole's face.
Sumner navigated his car through the lively city streets.
The evening wind rushed through the window, its chill biting his face.
He gripped the steering wheel tighter, his thoughts still anchored to his encounter with Domenic at the restaurant.
The sting of Domenic's dismissive words lingered with him.
He wondered how heartbroken Lindsey would feel if she knew the truth.
The mere thought pained Sumner's heart.
His thoughts kept circling back to something Paige had mentioned before.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt""T# you like her, go after her.
Can you bear to witness her with someone unsuitable, potentially leading her down a regrettable path and wasting her life? You're as reticent as your mother!" Abruptly, Sumner hit the brakes, pulling over to the roadside.
The sudden stop made him lurch forward.
He lifted his gaze to the window, finding himself in Lindsey's neighborhood.
Sumner clenched his fists, resolved.
He couldn't stand by and watch the woman he loved fall for someone deceitful.
He was ready to act! Meanwhile, after leaving Jordan's residence, Domenic checked his phone and noticed Lindsey's missed call.
He hesitated to return the call, and his hand stopped.
Did Lindsey know about today's events? How would he explain it to her? After a long pause, Domenic finally dialed her number.
"You called? I'm sorry, I was tied up at that time.
" He spoke with a deep and gentle tone.
He braced for Lindsey's disapproval, but surprisingly, her voice was calm.
"It's okay... I just missed you.
I was wondering when you'd be back.
I know you're busy.
" Domenic's hold on the phone grew tighter.
He longed to let her know he was done with work and on his way back.
All he wanted was to embrace Lindsey and bury his face in her flowing hair.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe events of the evening had left Domenic troubled.
After a brief pause, he said, “Today was hectic at the company.
I don't think I can make it home.
" "Okay, I understand.
"Lindsey's calm and soothing voice provided Domenic with scomfort.
Sumner hadn't informed Lindsey about tonight's happenings.
After ending the call, Domenic instructed Hendrix to head to the office.
Settling into his spacious office chair, he massaged his eyebrows with his fingers, Wisibly annoyed.
He had always thought defeating his uncles was all it took to inherit the Walsh Group.
But Carole's unexpected involvement complicated matters, making him feel out of his depth. Domenic leaned back in his chair, gazing at the vibrant neon Lights.
He pondered deeply for a while.
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