Chapter 639
“I called because I miss you,” Jenny said, getting straight to the point. “How are you handling Pearl?”
Hugo understood that she still cared about this matter and just smiled. “How do you want me to handle it?”
While it sounded like he was seeking her opinion, Jenny sensed something different. “Didn’t we agree that once she goes abroad, we’ll take care of her?” In this context, “taking care of her
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meant killing Pearl. She believed Hugo understood this implication.
“I know, but it’s not the right time yet.”
Jenny’s patience was wearing thin. “Not the right time? You’ve been gone for at least a week.”
The old Hugo would never be so dismissive. He would always find a way to fulfill her wishes promptly. Now, it felt like he was brushing her off.
“Wait just a little longer. I’m on it.”
Hearing his reluctance, Jenny couldn’t help but feel uncertain. “Get it done soon then.”
“Don’t worry, Jenny. I’ll do as you say,” Hugo reassured her, his tone gentle yet more resolute.
Jenny finally smiled. “I know you’ll always treat me the best.”
Hugo smiled in return, but inside, his heart felt cold. If he treated her so well, then why wouldn’t she marry him? The notion of being treated the best seemed ironic.
“I have to go back to the shoot now. I’ll call you when I have time.” Jenny quickly ended the call after blowing a k*ss.
Jenny had not only Pearl to worry about but also Richard. Both were abroad, in the same location. She needed to see for herself…
She then went into the assistant’s office.
Inside, the assistant didn’t even spare her a glance. Jenny was just a former star with a tarnished reputation. Even if she managed to revive her career, she still wouldn’t be worth much. Hence, everyone in the company, including her manager, tended to ignore her.
“Yes?”
Seeing the cold reception from the assistant, Jenny knew she had to use a softer approach to get what she wanted. “About the fashion week in Mernaut-‘
“No way, you’re not famous enough.” The assistant immediately shot her down.
Jenny placed her hand on his shoulder and gave him a shoulder massage. “Winston, you’re the nicest person I know. I’m sure you can figure something out, right?”
No man could easily refuse when gentle hands massaged their shoulders. The assistant found himself distracted, his hand touching hers, though his expression remained neutral. “Why don’t you come to my place tonight, and we’ll talk about it.”
Jenny smiled happily. “Sure, Winston.”
When Pearl woke up, it was getting dark. The room felt empty and lonely.
