She Took The House The Car And My Heart

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Chapter 39 She Deserved Genuine Happiness

"I'll manage our affairs," Freya assured Lionel with gentle confidence. "Don't allow unworthy individuals to

compromise your wellbeing."

Lionel responded, his affection for Freya unmistakable in his expression, "I'll follow your advice."

Throughout the remainder of the day, Freya remained in Lionel's hospital room, engaging him in conversation.

They explored numerous subjects, and she successfully kept his spirits elevated and his mind occupied.

Lionel possessed remarkable intuition; he detected countless subtle indicators in Freya's words.

During a moment when they had the room to themselves, Lionel ventured, "Freya."

"Yes?"

"Telltruthfully, does your family possess considerable wealth?" Lionel inquired without pretense.

Extended interaction with someone invariably revealed aspects of their background.

He noticed that Freya maintained an unwavering composure regardless of circumstances, as though nothing

could disrupt her inner equilibrium. Such poise typically stemmed from one's formative environment.

Freya acknowledged it straightforwardly. "Indeed."

"Would you tellmore about your family?" Lionel asked without pressure, leaving the decision entirely to

her.

"My father owns the Briggs Group," Freya disclosed.

Lionel erupted in hearty laughter, expressing his approval repeatedly.

As Freya methodically peeled fruit for him, she requested, "Could you maintain this information in confidence

for now?"

"Absolutely, your secret is safe with me!" Lionel responded without hesitation, his concerns visibly diminishing as

he added, "Knowing your lineage, my worries have substantially decreased."

"Worries?" Freya asked, slightly perplexed.

Lionel's demeanor brightened considerably. "Without powerful connections behind you, | would fe might mistreat

you."

Warmth bloomed in Freya's heart at his protective concern.

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Lionel exhaled deeply. "I understand my grandson's character thoroughly.

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Ashley. Once the separation becomes official, he'll recognize who truly deserves his loyalty. When that moment

arrives, he'll undoubtedly seek reconciliation," Lionel predicted with certainty.

Freya continued her methodical fruit preparation. “Lionel..."

"While | may not interfere in most matters, there's one issue | must address," Lionel declared, his energy visibly

renewed as he spoke with renewed vigor. Treya paused her task. "What is it?"

"Should Kristian attempt to remarry you in the future, don't yield too readily,"

Lionel advised, genuinely distressed, believing wholeheartedly in Freya's inherent goodness. "Men seldom

treasure what they obtain

without effort."

Freya hesitated momentarily, cleared her throat softly, and remarked, "You yourself are a man."

"Remember my words nonetheless." Lionel coughed to conceal his embarrassment before adding, "Nothing else

requires discussion."

"lI understand," Freya acknowledged.

Lionel sincerely wished for Freya to bechis permanent granddaughter-in- law. Yet upon reflection, if Freya

were his own granddaughter, he would discourage her from partnering with someone like Kristian.

After careful consideration, Lionel committed himself to supporting Freya.

He believed such an exceptional woman deserved genuine happiness. Standing outside the doorway, Kristian

prepared to enter when his grandfather's words reached his ears. He furrowed his brow involuntarily, wondering

why everyone anticipated his eventual regret.

Gerard believed it, his grandfather insisted upon it, and even his mother had mentioned it when he processed

the discharge documentation.

He dismissed these thoughts and pushed the door open. His imposing stature seemed to diminish the room's

dimensions.

"The discharge papers are finalized," Kristian informed Lionel, his tone maintaining its characteristic detachment

and frigidity. "Shall | escort you home, or would you prefer your 'dear granddaughter' to accompany you?"

"Neither is necessary." Lionel remained displeased with him, recalling vividly the previous morning's incident. He

had been exercising in the yard when Kristian arrived with Ashley at the family residence. Following a cursory

introduction, Kristian announced his intention to marry Ashley after divorcing Freya.

Fury overwhelmed Lionel and, acting on impulse, he struck Kristian across the face, consumed by indignation.

Never had he imagined his typically courteous and rational grandson would behave so reprehensibly.

"As you wish," Kristian stated simply. "The vehicle awaits outside."

After efficiently gathering their belongings, Freya escorted Lionel from the hospital.

As she passed Kristian, both maintained the pretense of being complete strangers, deliberately avoiding visual

contact.

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Another day clapsed.

Freya had now spent two days in Jeucwell. Having provided comfort to Lionel,

she proceeded to her apartment, awaiting the finalization of her divorce.

Thirteen days remained until their divorce becfinal.

She decided against returning to Alerith during this period.

That afternoon, as Freya settled in to work on her laptop, the doorbell's chinterrupted her concentration.

Without much deliberation, she rose from the sofa and approached the entrance.

When she pulled open the door to find Ashley waiting there, Freya momentarily froze, surprised that the woman

had managed to locate her temporary residence.

"Ms. Briggs," Ashley greeted her, elegantly attired in a beige trench coat that complemented her lustrous hair

flowing over her shoulders. "I need to discuss something important with you. Would you permitto enter?"

"Absolutely not," Freya declined without hesitation, adding pointedly, "I'd rather not trouble myself with

disinfecting afterward."

Ashley's fingers clenched tightly at her sides as she struggled to maintain her carefully cultivated gentle

demeanor.

She bit her lower lip delicately. "Why do you harbor such hostility toward me?"

"Bang!"

Freya answered by forcefully shutting the door in her face.

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The sheer audacity of this woman as a mistress was truly astonishing.

A momentary flash of malevolence darkened Ashley's eyes. She remained standing outside the door for an

extended period before pressing the doorbell again.

Today, she was determined to have this conversation with Freya, regardless of obstacles,

Once.

Twice.

Then repeatedly without cessation.

The doorbell continued its persistent ringing until Freya finally disabled it.

However, she hadn't anticipated Ashley's unwavering determination. Realizing the doorbell no longer functioned,

Ashley resorted to pounding her fist against the wooden door.

This building featured two units per floor, and Freya was acutely aware of her neighbors’ proximity.

Concerned about creating a disturbance, she reluctantly reopened the door, her patience nearly "What exactly

do you want?"

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Had she foreseen these complications, she might have purchased the adjacent

unit as well.

“I simply wish to talk.” Ashley abandoned her pretense of gentleness, meeting

Freya's gaze directly.

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Freya emanated an unmistakable aura of strength and self-assurance. "I have nothing to discuss with someone

who deliberately intrudes upon others" established relationships."

"If we're discussing intrusion, you're the one who positioned yourself between Kristian and me." Ashley had

completely shed her affected vulnerability, declaring with absolute conviction, "Had you not suddenly appeared

in our lives, Kristian and | would already be raising our child together."

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