Chapter 324 Nolan speaks harshly and gets beaten up.
In the Cunningham family.
Today, Nolan was resting, and Jasmine was also taking a break with him.
"You guys have to bring a third wheel along," Nolan said, watering the plants in the yard, his tone reluctant.
Hearing Nolan's words, Justin instinctively hid behind Ethan, nervously holding onto his father's hand, cautiously watching Nolan.
In the past, when Richard took him out, many people called him a third wheel, saying that he made Uncle Richard unable to find a partner or a suitable job.
Ethan lovingly held the child in his arms.
Nolan paused for a moment, turned off the tap, and explained, "I wasn't talking about you. I was referring to Ethan."
His "third wheel" comment was directed at Ethan, who always had to bring Jasmine along.
Justin reached out and hugged Ethan's neck, his eyes reddening with a sense of injustice. "Daddy isn't a third wheel. He's a superhero."
Ethan lovingly embraced Justin and comforted him.
Ethan Seeing Edward come out to take Jasmine, hisvoice turned cold. "Justin didn't grow up with his mother. The term' third wheel' is very hurtful to him. He's just a child. How could you say such a harsh thing?"
Nolan took a deep breath, feeling guilty. He had just said it casually, and he was really trying to mock Ethan.
Edward's face darkened as he walked up to Jasmine and Justin, glaring at Nolan. "Now you're even targeting the children?"
Nolan scratched his head in frustration. Who should he explain to?
"Mom! Ethan doesn't welcome Jasmine and Justin. He said Justin is a third wheel!" Edward shouted towards the entrance.
Soon, Coco swiftly rushed out, holding a stick in her hand. "Nolan, you're becoming more rebellious as you grow up. How dare you speak so rudely and bully the children? I must teach you a lesson today!"
Nolan was shocked. When did he say Justin was a third wheel? Did Edward have a grudge against him recently?
"Mom... Mom, let me explain, Mom!" he exclaimed.
So, early in the morning, everyone saw Coco chasing after Nolan around the yard with a stick.
Jasmine suppressed her laughter, secretly took out her phone, and recorded the scene. She whispered to Ethan, "This is Nolan's Achilles' heel. He cares so much about his reputation, maintaining the image of an authoritarian president in the company. If he dares to bully me again, I'll use this to threaten him and post it in the public."
Ethan secretly gave Jasmine a thumbs-up.
Justin was also amused and hugged Ethan's neck. He comforted, "Daddy is not a third wheel. Justin will always love you."
Ethan felt warm in his heart; he smiled, ruffled his son's hair, and then put him down. "Go and play with Edward."
Edward also ran out, his hands on his hips. He said, "Nolan is mean. He doesn't like Justin and Jasmine, so I don't like him either!"
Nolan felt touched in his heart. These kids had all turned against him.
"Jasmine, Ethan, I'm really sorry. Nolan was being rude. If he says anything offensive again, you let me know, and I'll deal with him." Coco walked over and looked at Jasmine, her eyes red with tears, but she held them back.
She knew it wasn't the right time for a reunion yet. Annabelle was still at home.
Jasmine nodded, feeling an inexplicable fondness for Coco. "Aunt Coco, thank you."
Coco lowered her head, not daring to meet Jasmine's gaze , quickly looking away. " Nolan, take Jasmine inside. I'll take Justin and Edward to play in the back."
After speaking, Coco turned around, her back to Jasmine, and couldn't hold back her tears any longer.
As she walked, Coco wiped her tears, holding the little guy with one hand and Justin with the other.
"Justin, my dear, you've suffered over the years." Coco held Justin in her arms in the backyard and spoke softly, "From now on, I'll give you the best of everything in the world."
Justin could hear the choking in Coco's voice and patted her back gently. "Grandma Coco, don't cry. You should be happy. I'll tell you a joke."
The little guy also ran over and nestled in Coco's arms. He said, "Grandma Coco, we're your knights, and we'll protect you ."
Coco laughed. "All right, thank you, dear."
In the living room.
Annabelle was drinking coffee and looked at Ethan and Jasmine as they walked in, her voice cold. "What are you here for?"
Jasmine deliberately held Ethan's hand in front of Annabelle. She retorted, "This isn't just your home. Is that necessary? If you don't welcome us, we'll tell Coco."
Annabelle looked at Jasmine angrily, shouting, "Don't think that complaining will make my mom like you more."
" you cann’t disguise your kindness, and expect no one to notice it," Jasmine warned Annabelle as well.
Annabelle stood up, her hands clenched. "Jasmine, Ethan's company hasn't had any collaborations so far, right? With the Douglas family around, do you think anyone would dare to cooperate with him? Even if you get the investment from the Everharts, what's the use? A shell company, and you still want to go public?"
"You're really concerned." Ethan pulled Jasmine into his arms and warned Annabelle. "My wife isn't worried, but you seem to care a lot about my company."
Annabelle's face turned pale with anger.
"Annabelle, I remember you said that you and Jasmine are good friends, right?" Edward walked out of the kitchen with a plate of fruit.
Annabelle immediately put on a kind face. "Yes, Edward, Jasmine, and I have always been good friends."
"The Cunningham Group is looking for a long-term partner. Although Ethan's company is in its early stages, I appreciate Ethan's abilities. Since you and Jasmine have such a good relationship, I've decided to let my brother cooperate with Ethan's company." Edward smiled and spoke.
Annabelle's expression changed instantly. "Edward... that..."
"It's mainly because of you." Edward interrupted Annabelle and smiled at Ethan.
"You! You've benefited from my sister!"
Ethan raised an eyebrow and replied,. "Then I have to thank your sister."
Jasmine chuckled. Annabelle was always up to something.
"What kind of cooperation is this? Did you agree behind my back? Why don't you go and do it yourself since you're so free?" Nolan walked in from outside, pretending he hadn't agreed.
Edward rolled his eyes. "Nolan, stop pretending you didn't agree."
"Edward, if you want to fight, let's go outside." Nolan was getting impatient.
Edward sneered. "Don't worry. There will be a time when you'll be fighting yourself."
Nolan snorted and sulkily sat down in the dining room.
Annabelle could tell that Nolan didn't like Ethan.
So, Annabelle personally made a cup of coffee for Nolan.
"Nolan, are you angry?"
Nolan's gaze instantly softened, and he took the coffee. "No, I'm not going to get angry with them."
"Nolan, there's something I'm not sure if I should tell you," Annabelle spoke softly.
"What?" Nolan gestured for her to speak boldly.
"I feel like Jasmine is trying to win over the Cunningham family and drive a wedge between us and the Cunningham family. I'm not sure, but that day, she was very rude to me, deliberately being friendly to Edward and Edgar and then speaking ill of you."
Annabelle sighed and continued, "I hope it's just my imagination. I only found out about some things after I married Daniel. Jasmine is with Ethan to get back at the Douglas family and Daniel. She used to be Daniel's fiancee."
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