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Chapter 515
There were many guests at the Pearson Family Estate this time around, and the crowd was on par with
the one at Gordon's birthday banquet last year. However, unlike the times before, when Justin would
usually steer clear of the crowd and hide in a quiet place, he was now staying by Gordon's side and
seldom excused himself.
Meanwhile, although Gordon was using a cane, he looked sprightly as he diligently introduced Justin to
the guests passing by.
His speech was something along the lines of 'Justin was in ill health for the past few years and was
recuperating at home. Now that he has recovered a lot, if you have a chance to meet him in the future,
please be nice to him.'
A distance away, Oscar had a wine glass in his hand as he whispered, "Looks like Old Master Pearson
is determined to squeeze Justin into Pearson Group."
Freddie clicked his tongue. "Do you think he has any other way? It's already a mess in Lachstein."
Leanna looked at Justin. He was sitting in a wheelchair, and despite him staying by Gordon's side, he
never spoke a word throughout the whole process. His expression was cold as if he were a puppet on
strings.
She frowned slightly. "Justin didn't do it willingly."
"Well, if he were interested in Pearson Group, he wouldn't have waited until now," Oscar commented.
Following that, Leanna said, "But if Old Master Pearson is keeping him nearby, we don't have a way to
ask him anything."
Gracefully, Freddie took a sip of the champagne in his glass. "We can't just keep waiting like this.
Watch this."
He had just finished speaking when he strode forward and went up to Gordon with a smile. "Mr.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtPearson."
Gordon was all smiles as he chatted with the people around him, but when he saw Freddie, his
expression sank a little as he acclaimed indifferently, "Oh, it's you. When did you come back?"
"Quite some time ago." Freddie looked at Justin. "I heard that Justin got hurt. Was it serious?"
Justin shook his head lightly and said the first words he had ever spoken that night, "It's nothing
serious."
Freddie gave an 'oh', then scooted closer to examine Justin. "I see that you have a scratch on your
forehead. Be careful not to get infected."
As he spoke, someone walked over to them from behind. He utilized the situation and stumbled
forward, spilling all the champagne in his glass onto Justin's clothes.
A short distance away, Oscar was speechless, and so was Leanna. It truly was an impeccable
performance. Meanwhile, Gordon shouted angrily, "What are you doing?!"
Freddie hastily took out a handkerchief from his suit pocket. "Sorry, sorry. I got a little dizzy from the
alcohol and slipped."
"You—"
Justin accepted the handkerchief and began wiping the champagne on his body, saying calmly, "It's
okay."
Gordon was holding back his anger. Because of Freddie's identity and also the fact that there were
many people around them, it wasn't a good time to throw a tantrum. He simply shouted at a servant
waiting on him, "What are you waiting for?! Take the young master back to his room for a change of
clothes!"
The servant immediately came forward and replied, "Understood."
Immediately after that, Justin was escorted away.
Freddie took the opportunity to glance at Leanna, hinting at her to follow. Then, he stood in front of
Gordon to block his view, saying in full sincerity, "Mr. Pearson, I'm truly sorry. As compensation, I can
help you with a lawsuit for free."
Gordon thought Freddie had some loose screws in his head as he snapped, "What lawsuit can I
possibly have?! You're getting delusional with all that time staying overseas."
Gordon had tried to rope in the Sutton Family a few times, but Freddie had sided with Aidan before he
knew it. Also, there wasn't much going on with the Suttons, so he gave up on that. He never had a
good opinion of Freddie, and now that Freddie was getting on his nerves again, of course, he was in a
foul mood.
Before Leanna left, Oscar said, "I haven't seen Sienna so far tonight. Be careful not to run into her."
Hearing that, Leanna was silent for a few seconds before replying, "All right."
…
Once at the entrance of his room, Justin said calmly, "You can go back downstairs. I'll go out when I've
changed my clothes."
"But the old master said that—"
"So, my words don't hold any power now?"
The servant dared not say more, proceeding to instantly nod and leave. After Justin went back to his
room and changed his clothes, he didn't return to the hall downstairs. Instead, he made his way to the
garden at the back.
There wasn't a single soul in the garden, and it was quiet and secluded. After sitting there for a while,
he suddenly spoke up. "Come out."
Leanna walked over to him. "Mr. Pearson."
"Leanna?" Justin turned his wheelchair around, seemingly a little surprised.
"I heard you got hurt, so I'm wondering how you're feeling right now." She nodded gently, making him
smile. "I was careless when going down the stairs, so I tripped and fell. I got a few scratches, but
they're almost gone now." After a pause, he continued, "Didn't Aidan come with you?"
"He went to Lachstein." Leanna slightly pursed her lips. "Don't you… know about him going to
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmLachstein?"
Justin replied, "No, I haven't heard. What happened at Lachstein?"
"I don't know either, but I heard the Pearson Family had something to do with it."
Justin was slightly stunned, and then he frowned right after. "So that's how it is."
Leanna prodded, "What?"
"Before this, I was wondering why he would hold this banquet, but I get it now." Justin gave a
soundless sigh. "Looks like he hasn't given up yet."
Leanna pursed her lips as she stayed silent. Apparently, Justin knew nothing about this incident.
Everything was carried out without his knowledge, including the incident with Aidan in Lachstein, and
also the Pearsons' next move.
It made sense. If Justin had known about it beforehand, he definitely wouldn't agree to it. After a while,
Justin asked, "Leanna, is that why you came to see me?"
Leanna didn't deny it. "I thought you would know what they're trying to do, and I'm also not sure about
Aidan's situation in Lachstein, so…"
Hearing Leanna, Justin said, "Sorry, but I don't know anything. Still, you don't have to worry about
Aidan; he'll manage it well. The most he would need is a little time."
"Got it. Thanks."
Justin then asked, "How are you these days? All good?"
Leanna slightly raised the corners of her lips. "Like always. Not too good, but not too bad either."
"There's nothing I can help you with, but I hope you can forget the painful memories and thrive in life."
Leanna nodded slightly at him. "I'll take my leave now."
"Okay," he replied, after which Leanna turned around and walked back the way she came.
Just as she was about to reach the hall, someone suddenly blocked her path. Sienna looked at her,
saying casually, "Long time no see."
Leanna smirked as coldness entered her eyes. When Sienna saw that, she smiled. "Looks like you're
quite hostile toward me. Is it because I got rid of that child in your belly?"
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