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Chapter 283 You Can’t Lay a Finger on Her
Alec was worried that the deal would fall apart, and he advised Jenny, “Take the factory and let this slide.
It won’t affect how you protect Stephanie later.”
In his opinion, protecting Stephanie was tangent to the factory deal in exchange for Marigold’s freedom.
No one would agree to such conditions-not even himself. Therefore, he knew that Paul would never
agree to both requests.
Jenny thought it through and agreed with Alec. What mattered most was to secure the immediate
benefit. Instead of hoping that Paul would keep his promise to stay away from Stephanie, Jenny believed
it was wiser to grow her power so she could better protect her friend.
“Alright. I’ll get the factory, and Marigold gets her freedom.” She nodded and sealed the deal. Worried
that Paul might walk back on his words, she quickly had him draft an agreement. After they signed it, she
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtfinally allowed him to leave the hospital with Marigold.
Alec walked Paul to the hospital entrance. “It’s just a factory. Don’t take it personally,” he said, patting his
friend’s shoulder.
“Don’t worry, I’m your friend. I’m not going to ambush Jenny Walter,” Paul had thought of doing so
though.
“Marigold was in the wrong this time. You should discipline her. She won’t be as lucky next time,” Alec
said.
Paul nodded with a stern look but said, “When are you going to get your girl? You can’t expect me to
always yield to Jenny just because you’re going after her. How about you give up on her? I’ll get you a
better chick.” Once Alec was over Jenny, Paul would immediately act on his grievance and get even with
her.
Alec shook his head and confessed, “I’m afraid that won’t work. I don’t have eyes for anyone else aside
from her.”
Paul shook his head as well. “You’re hopeless.”
“What about you? Why are you obsessed with Stephanie? You don’t even like her.” Alec worried that
another argument might erupt between Paul and Jenny because of Stephanie. He was in a difficult
position, stuck between his good friend and his crush.
Paul scoffed and said, “No woman has rejected me before. Do you think I can let this go?”
“Is that all?” Alec didn’t believe his words.
“Yes.” Paul nodded with certainty.
Alec shook his head hopelessly. “Whatever. Just don’t lay a finger on Jenny, or our friendship’s over.”
“You have my word,” Paul promised.
Alec went back into the hospital after seeing Paul off. At the same time, Jenny returned from going with
Stephanie. She thanked Alec upon seeing him.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“You don’t have to thank me. I didn’t help much.” Alec felt a little guilty. “I’ve known Paul for many years.
You can say he’s one of my few friends.”
“I know. That’s why I need to thank you.” Jenny was grateful to him for not siding with Paul. She
understood his feelings well. Had the same thing happened to Stephanie, she might not bring herself to
go against her friend as Alec did.
“If you’re worried about Stephanie, why don’t you ask her to go into hiding? Don’t let Paul find her.” Alec
knew Paul very well. If Paul said he wouldn’t give up, he meant it.
Jenny shook her head in defeat. “She won’t leave.”
Not only was Stephanie not the type to run from her problems, but she also had to worry about her
parents, who lived in Parrington. What would they do without her? What if Paul harassed them?
“I’ll try my best to talk some sense into Paul. As for Stephanie, you should tell her to be careful. She
shouldn’t provoke him.” Alec was uneasy with the situation. Knowing Paul’s stubborn and vengeful
nature, he worried that something bad might happen if Stephanie provoked him.
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