Chapter 575 Paternal Rejection
Following a leisurely lunch at Joseph's in the heart of Tara Village and ignoring Arianna’s continuous chatter, they set off, they embarked on their journey back to Moris City.
Evelyn went over, Arianna's incessant chatter fading into the background. Evelyn found herself mentally retracing every detail in her head,of their plan, a feeling that almost of satisfaction washing over her as she realized that everything was infalling into place. Now, allThe only piece of the puzzle that was leftremained was to successfully take Ruby with her.
Although Craig hadn't restrictedensure Ruby's freedom and she could call anytime.Despite Craig's apparent lack of restrictions on Ruby's movements, Evelyn hadn't reached out.had deliberately refrained from making contact. She didn't wantwas unwilling to giverisk giving Craig even the slightest hintinkling of her plans.
Parting ways withintentions.After bidding farewell to Blake, she visitedEvelyn made her way to the Kite family home.
"Uncle, Aunt," Evelynresidence.Upon her arrival, she greeted, feeling a bit emotional. It hadn't been long since she last saw them, but they seemed so much more worn out now.
Richard Kite and his wife with a warm, "Uncle, Aunt," her voice tinged with emotion. It hadn't been long since their last encounter, yet they seemed to have aged considerably in that short span of time.The Kites were overjoyedvisibly delighted to see her. "Evelyn, arehave you herecome because everything'severything is ready? Can we take Ruby with us now?"
they asked, their voices filled with anticipation."Yes, that's why I'm here," Evelyn nodded, understanding confirmed, empathizing with their eagerness.
Ruby seemed free enough at Craig's and could Although Ruby had the freedom to visit them at any time, but she rarely did, to avoid causing her parents any trouble.
The Kites were all too aware of this and cherished their daughter even more.
"Uncle, Aunt, is everything settled with the company?" Evelyn asked. Without reassurance that the Kite's affairs were in order, Ruby wouldn't be at ease leaving for Columbia.
whenever she wished, she seldom did, not wanting to burden them with her troubles. The Kites nodded. "Everything's arranged. were acutely aware of this, and it only served to deepen their affection for their daughter."Uncle, Aunt, have you settled everything with the company?" Evelyn inquired, knowing that Ruby would not be at peace until she was assured of her parents' security.The Kites nodded in affirmation. "Everything's arranged. We can leave at any time."
"Good," Evelyn let out a sigh ofsighed in relief. "You'll take the earliest flight to Columbia tomorrow morning."
"And Ruby...?"
"I'll bring her to you."," Evelyn didn't wantassured them, determined to avoid any mishapspotential complications. It was better ifsafer for the Kites leftto depart before her, just in case Craig attempted to keepdetain them there.
Seeing everything was well-arranged.Despite their apprehensions, the Kites, though worried, agreed. At this point, they had to Evelyn's plan. They had no choice but to place all their hopestrust in Evelyn.
her. They hadwere also heard about Evelyn returningcomforted by the news of Evelyn's return to the Kyte family and felt relieved, believing the Kyte family, confident that the Kytes would keepensure her safe.
Leavingsafety.After leaving the Kite residence, Evelyn returnedretreated to her apartment and didn't go out again.
, choosing to remain indoors for the rest of the day.Across town, Dermot Doyle watchedobserved Benjamin from across the rooma distance, his expression icy.
as cold as ice."Dermot, are you reallytruly prepared?" Grandpa Doyle looked at his grandson, concern creeping intoasked, his voice despite havinglaced with concern. He had known this day would come.
, yet he couldn't shake off his apprehensions. He himself had left Colombia was a tough beat, as he himself had left there for MorrisMoris City years ago. Now, with, and now his grandson heading back, a twinge ofwas about to reverse that journey. A nagging doubt naggedgnawed at him. Had his departure been a mistake?
Dermot nodded firmly, without hesitation,responded with a firm nod. "The Doyle Group needs to expand. Moving into Colombia is essential."
"That may be trueEntering the Colombian market is crucial.""I understand that, but it's you I'm worried about," Grandpa Doyle admitted, hisconfessed. His declining health no longer permittingprevented him from providing much assistance to aid his grandson much.
.His gaze returnedshifted back to Benjamin, who was seated not too far offa short distance away, and he sighed.
heavily."Grandpa, don't worry. Once things are stable, I'll bring you over," Dermot assuredreassured him. Grandpa Doyle was his only family, and naturally, he intended to bring him along to share hishe had every intention of sharing his new life.
Thankfully with him.To his relief, Grandpa Doyle didn't oppose the idea.object. "Alright, I'll be waiting to enjoy the good life."
Yet there was something on his mind, an uncertainty about However, he seemed preoccupied, as if wrestling with whether to share itsomething with Dermot.
Meanwhile, Grandpa Doyle noticed Noticing Dermot's coldicy stare directed at Benjamin and, Grandpa Doyle felt a twingesurge of unease. "Your father—"
"He's not my father."," Dermot cut in before Grandpa Doyle could finish.
Upon hearing this, interjected, cutting him off mid-sentence.Benjamin's pride was wounded.took a hit at Dermot's words. "Ha, whether you acknowledge it or not, I am your father."
"A father? Which father wants? What kind of father wishes his own son dead?" Dermot'sDermot retorted, his voice was colder than ice.the iciest winter.
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