Chapter 165
After leaving Neural Nexus Tech, Stewart was still fuming as he climbed into the car
It seemed like something suddenly struck him, and he asked Charlene, “Hey, who was that girl standing behind Vesta, the one in the business suit? She didn’t seem too fond of you. Do you know her?”
Charlene responded, “Vesta’s cousin.”
Stewart was momentarily speechless.
“So, Thorne brings Vesta Hawkins to Neural Nexus Tech, and now even her family’s getting in on the action? At this rate, wouldn’t surprise me if Neural Nexus Tech ends up being renamed ‘The Hawkins Group‘ or something.”
Charlene felt the same way. “Yeah,” she agreed.
Given Thorne’s affection for Vesta, he might as well hand over Neural Nexus Tech to her, and it wouldn’t seem odd to Charlene.
What’s bringing the Spencer family over to work at Neural Nexus Tech in the grand scheme of things?
Stewart figured it was best to drop the subject; discussing it further would only get his blood boiling again.
That evening, as they worked to replicate a problem with a car engine, both Charlene and Stewart ended up getting home quite late.
On their way back, snow began to fall.
Upon arriving home, Charlene was just about to head into the shower when her phone rang. It was Thorne.
Charlene didn’t answer and proceeded to the bathroom with her clothes.
After she emerged and checked her phone, she found two missed calls from Thorne and a message indicating that Jasmine had a parent–teacher conference the next day.
Charlene replied with a few words: I won’t be able to make it.
Then, she put aside her phone and went on with her evening.
Meanwhile, Thorne was busy. Jasmine, playing with Thorne’s phone, saw Charlene’s reply and cheerfully said, “Dad, mom said she’s busy tomorrow. Does that mean Ms. Hawkins can go to the school conference for me?”
Without looking up, Thorne murmured an agreement.
“Yes! Awesome!” Jasmine jumped off the sofa, beaming with joy.
Thorne added, “I’ll be there too, tomorrow.”
Jasmine replied, “I know, I know. With Ms. Hawkins there, how could you
The next day, while at PrimeStar, Charlene was discussing work with Patton when her phone buzzed.
It was a message from Jasmine’s teacher: “Lady, aren’t you coming to the conference today?”
Charlene saw the message and replied, “I’m tied up, won’t be able to attend.”
A bit later, Jasmine’s teacher sent another message: “Today, Jasmine’s dad and another woman attended…”
She also sent a photo. In the picture, Thorne and Vesta were sitting together, with Jasmine closely hugging Vesta’s arm.
Charlene wasn’t surprised to see Thorne and Vesta attending Jasmine’s school conference together.
After all, Jasmine preferred having her stay away and letting Vesta take her place.
And if Vesta was going, Thorne wouldn’t dream of letting her go alone.
08:45
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While Jasmine’s teacher was worried on her behalf, Charlene replied, “I’m aware, it’s fine. Thanks, Ms. Payne.”
Putting down her phone, Charlene went back to work.
Time always flies when you’re busy.
Before she knew it, Friday rolled around.
In the morning, not long after Charlene had gotten up, Granger called again, saying Daisy wanted to go camping.
“A sleepover kind?” Charlene asked.
“Yeah,” Granger replied. “Don’t worry, I’ll ensure your safety. Sleeping bags, tents, heaters–I’ll have everything prepared. You just have to show up.”
Chapter 165
After leaving Neural Nexus Tech, Stewart was still fuming as he climbed into the car
It seemed like something suddenly struck him, and he asked Charlene
