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Chapter 157
Gordon contemplated for a moment before turning to the butler. "Prepare a gift this instant. I'll head to
Crossley Residence and apologize first thing in the morning."
Now that it had come to this, it was inevitable that the Corssleys and their family would fall foul of each
other. However, Aidan was the one who caused this mess. If he used this chance to butter up to the
Crossleys and win them over, the result might multiply.
Once Lloyd was willing to side with him, it would only be a matter of time before Pearson Group
returned to him.
…
The following day, after a whole night of deliberation, Leanna still decided to quit Lux.
There had been many outside controversies between her and Lux Magazine in the first place anyway.
Plus, it had been a long while since she returned to her post. She would only continue to affect Lux
negatively if she stayed.
With that, she handed Harvey her resignation letter, to which he sighed like he had already foreseen it.
However, he only said, "Lux will welcome you back with open arms anytime."
Leanna nodded with a smile. "Thank you for all the care and help you've given me, Mr. Mancini."
"Let's be honest; what help have I provided you?" said Harvey. "Zoe also handed in her resignation
letter last week. What are you girls planning to do next?"
"We might open our own studio, but it's all still in talks," Leanna answered.
"Alright, cool. I consider myself somewhat connected in the fashion world. Let me know if you girls do
decide to start your own studio. I'll introduce you girls to some clients."
"Thank you, Mr. Mancini."
As Leanna was about to leave, Harvey mentioned, "Queenie has been suspended, and Lux is dealing
with it as we speak. We just have to wait for the results of the investigation. I promise I will still give you
a justifiable answer even if you've decided to leave."
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because she perceived me as an enemy. It'll all be over once I leave Lux."
"McK—"
"It's not that I'm being magnanimous." Leanna smiled and cut off Harvey, knowing what he wanted to
say. "I just owed someone a favor."
At that, he nodded and no longer tried to persuade her. "Since you've decided to put it down, there's no
reason for Lux to continue the investigation."
However, it was impossible for Lux to retain someone like Queenie.
After exiting Harvey's office, Leanna heard a group discussing something in the break room right when
she was about to leave.
"Say, have you guys heard? The Pearson Family and Crossley Family are calling off the engagement.
Rumor has it that it's because President Pearson is an illegitimate son."
"Sh*t, really? I thought they'd already dispelled that rumor, no?"
"Do you think it could be fake news when Pearson Group was the one who released the official
statement? It's written in black and white that they're unworthy of the young lady of the Crossley
Family. Only someone with a death wish would dare to release such a statement without President
Pearson's authorization."
"F*ck, this is crazy. But if President Pearson really is an illegitimate son, then who could his mother be?
I've never heard there had ever been any missus and mistress drama in the Pearson Family all these
years."
"Well, who would know… But you know what I'm more curious about? Who in the Pearson Family does
McK have relations with?"
Leanna stayed to hear what the group had to say.
"Yeah, I wanted to ask about that. This revelation still has questions left unanswered, but there aren't
any more relevant follow-ups."
"The Pearsons' business is family-owned. There are so many people tied to them; there isn't definite
proof pointing her to any one of them, even if she appeared in Pearson Residence. Even if she is
related to the Pearson Family, she can possibly just be a distant relative."
"Then again, I think she's quite something. To think she actually got pregnant. Looks to me; she's
probably turning from mistress to missus soon."
"Tell me about it. It's also a skill to be able to hook up with one of the Pearsons."
"Remember that middle-aged woman who came looking for her last time? Anyone could tell that
woman was here to catch McK, but she still shamelessly said that woman was her ex-husband's
mother. Was she not afraid—"
Just as everyone was deep in the gossip, the door to the break room suddenly opened to reveal
Leanna standing indifferently behind it.
Everyone instantly fell silent, unable to speak, like strangled chickens.
"If you guys are so curious about my relationship with the Pearsons, why didn't you come and ask me
instead?" asked Leanna after sweeping her gaze across them.
Those present smiled wryly in response, not sure how to answer her question.
After all, none of them had ever imagined the person in question would overhear their gossip.
Besides, it had been a long time since Leanna returned to her post. They were all beginning to think
she wouldn't return anymore.
Seeing that none of them said a word, Leanna clarified monotonously, "I've said it before; the woman
who had come looking for me was my ex-husband's mother. I can also now tell you guys she's the wife
of Pearson Group's chairman."
Everyone was rendered stumped. The wife of Pearson Group's chairman… Doesn't that mean…
Meanwhile, Leanna strode away, having no intention of waiting for them to come to themselves.
She never disclosed the fact because she didn't want her and Aidan to become the topic of everyone's
gossip, but she regretted the decision now. She had gotten honestly married this once, and this
marriage was already sh*tty enough. Yet she had still become the subject of other people's brazen
speculation as to which wealthy businessman she was a mistress to.
Anyhow, she had already resigned, and she didn't care what else they would say after knowing she
was Aidan's ex-wife.
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Leanna exhaled a murky breath after exiting Lux.
After taking a couple of steps, she turned around, looked at the office she had worked for for the last
half a year, and smiled with relief.
This was her fresh start half a year ago, and this place was also where she closed the chapter after all
that had happened lately.
With that, she tucked her gaze and strode away without ever looking back.
…
Two months later…
Zoe stretched as she snuggled on the couch. "It's finally done. These last two months sure have been
good."
"Alright, let's grab some food after a breather," suggested Leanna with a smile.
Zoe instantly felt alive upon hearing food. "A friend recommended a Mexican restaurant to me. Let's
give it a try. Wait, Louis is on his winter break, isn't he? Why don't you ask him to join us?"
"He is, but I think he's doing part-time in a cafe. Let me check with him."
With that, Leanna grabbed her bag and texted Louis while grabbing the key to lock the door. "C'mon."
She and Zoe had been working on their studio for the last two months, and when they finally decided
on their rented location, they had to start worrying about the renovation.
Fortunately, they managed to get everything done before their grand opening.
Evidently, one could only enrich themselves and not think about nonsense when they kept themselves
busy.
After ordering their food in the Mexican restaurant, Zoe asked, "So? Is Louis joining?"
"He said he took the day shift today, so he'll come over in a bit," said Leanna after putting her phone
down.
Zoe couldn't help getting nosy at the mention of Louis. "Say, it's been half a year since Louis entered
college. Has he not gotten himself a girlfriend?"
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