Chapter 466
Skylar immediately examined the photos on Alexander’s phone. She scanned each photo meticulously, not letting a single detail escape her scrutiny.
Anxiety gnawed at Alexander. He fretted that his friend’s purchases might be problematic, a potential financial and mortal blow.
“Everything seems to be in order,” Skylar finally declared after a comprehensive
examination.
Relief washed over Alexander. “Thank goodness. I feared everything he bought
overseas was compromised. Now I can finally relax.
”
He continued, “I’ve been following your advice to rest and be mindful of my diet. It
hasn’t caused any problems at all. In fact, thanks to your Grandma Viola’s amulet, I’m
even getting an extra hour of sleep each night.” C
Skylar found comfort in his words. “If you’re feeling well, then the influence of the bronze artifact likely wasn’t as severe as I initially thought.”
Without
Alexander nodded fervently. “Thank heavens for you. your intervention and finding your Grandma Viola, I would’ve surely fallen for this trap again. It’s strange,
though.
“Over 30 years ago, something similar happened. After your Grandma Viola intervened, those tainted items vanished for years. Why are they resurfacing now?”
As he spoke, his brows furrowed deeply.
“Someone must be deliberately bringing these items into Jipsburg.” Skylar speculated, her expression serious.
Alexander nodded thoughtfully. “You might be right. I’ll have someone look into this.”
Skylar decided to grab a quiek lunch break at the mall across the street. The basement food court, a haven of diverse eateries, was perfect for a solo meal.
She opted for fondue, a nostalgic treat that hadn’t lost its appeal. As she savored
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each bite, she felt a presence settle across from her. A glance revealed a uniformed delivery person, someone she paid little attention to as she continued enjoying her
meal.
However, the delivery person seemed fixated on her. Finally, their eyes met.
Skylar’s expression darkened, a flicker of coldness crossing her features upon realizing it was Peter.
She had encountered him numerous times before–always confident, arrogant, and dismissive. Yet, this Peter was different. His face was unshaven, his demeanor
weary.
For a moment, she questioned if it was truly him. But the intensity of his stare
confirmed his identity.
As Skylar scrutinized him, Peter was also studying her. Delivering takeout these past few days, he had even entered Gardner Group. There, he had overheard whispers of admiration for her, a stark contrast to the disdain he and his family had once held.
As they mocked Skylar, she quietly earned the respect of others. Peter felt shame gnaw at him as he reflected on his past foolishness.
After a moment of inner conflict, he broke the silence. “Does it make you happy to see me reduced to delivering food?”
Peter was convinced he could easily find a new position with his experience as a former executive. But reality struck him hard; he faced rejection after rejection, shattering his pride.
Kenny’s world crumbled with dwindling finances and a family constantly needing money. He drowned his sorrows in alcohol at home while Samuel desperately chased acting jobs. The burden of responsibility fell solely on Peter’s shoulders, and he couldn’t even afford a lawyer for his father.