Chapter 56

Chapter 56Chapter 56 He Needs To Learn His Lesson
Though the last business trip was in haste, Jonathan still managed to delegate the company’s duties to
his subordinates. He had also informed the others that he would now shift his focus to the business in
the country.
In other words, he would try to avoid traveling in and out of the country unless he had to attend important
meetings.
After returning to the country on Friday, Jonathan immediately took care of the rumors that revolved
around Michaela and took her for a walk instead of diving straight into his work.
Initially, he wanted to send Michaela to work on Monday, but the cheeky lady went into Gary’s car instead
because she did not want to trouble Jonathan.
To everyone’s surprise, Jonathan gave in and reminded Gary to take good care of her. He then left in
another car.
She has been dodging me since the trip to the holiday resort. She must be terrified of me because of
what I said in the mountains.
But at this point, Jonathan decided to take a step back and give Michaela some space. Since I’ve told
her what I had in mind, I should give her some time to accept that I’d be around her.
Jonathan might have permitted Michaela to travel in Gary’s car, but he still instructed his chauffeur to
follow right behind them. He could only set his mind at ease after seeing her enter the office building
safely.
“All right. Let’s go!” When Jonathan was about to wind up the car window, Walter alerted him with a
whisper, “Look, Mr. Xander. It’s Jacob!”
Upon hearing that, Jonathan froze for a moment before lifting his eyes. He then saw Jacob running in his
direction with a grin. It was as if Jacob was not intimidated by the icy-cold expression on Jonathan’s face.
But it was not difficult to tell how exhausted he was.
Jacob bent and leaned forward to greet Jonathan in a flattering tone, “Mr. Xander.”
He came to Michaela’s office early this morning because he wanted her to get Jonathan’s help to
salvage the company. The moment he saw Jonathan’s car from a distance, he thought he had lucked
out.
Jonathan gave him a perfunctory reply, “Mr. Lingard. How can I help you?”
Jacob’s face turned pallid as he could tell Jonathan was not keen on engaging in the conversation with
him. He gave Jonathan an awkward smile and apologized, “I’ve thought about the incident that had
happened the other day, and yes, you’re right, Mr. Xander. It’s all my fault.”
He thought Jonathan would accept his apology and let it slide, considering the relationship between the
Xanders and the Lingards, but that was not the case. Jonathan looked at him with a scowl and asked,
“And?”
“S-So could you give Jacob Real Estate another chance, please?” Jacob bowed and pleaded
respectfully. Even Walter was disgusted by his ingenuity.Jonathan kept mum and stared blankly at Jacob for a moment. The condescending look on his face
would cause anyone around him to shudder.
“Mr. Lingard!” When Jacob was about to break into cold sweats, Jonathan finally responded, “Old Mr.
Simmons might not be around anymore, but I’ll not allow anyone to bully the mother and daughter from
the Simmons family. For your information, I’ll do what it takes to protect Mich, so please don’t test my
patience.”
“Yes, most definitely. I agree with you, Mr. Xander!” Jacob knew Jonathan was threatening him. He could
only nod and bow repeatedly before the man.
He tried to be as lowly and humble as possible.
Jonathan responded with a cold snort while taking a sidelong glance at Jacob. “I’ll help you find the
businessman, but whether Jacob Real Estate can survive the ordeal, it’s beyond my control!”
“Thank you, Mr. Xander!” Jacob chuckled and sent Jonathan off.
After leaving Michael’s office, Walter could not help but express his thought about Jacob. “That man is a
disgrace to the Simmons family!”
“Time to learn how to keep your opinion to yourself, Walter.”
Jonathan’s deep voice immediately prompted Walter to talk about something else. “Mr. Xander, you’ll
have to attend a product briefing at nine in the morning, a meeting with Morningstella Corporation’s Mr.
Liryll at ten-thirty, and lunch with Mr. Chowzell from Valkins Corporation. Later at two in the afternoon,
you have a conference call, and in the evening-”
“Do not arrange anything for me at night. I want to go home and spend time with Mich! By the way,
remember to ask Wayne to call Mich and ask her what she wants to have for dinner. Get him to prepare
everything in advance!”“All right, Mr. Xander.” Walter nodded.
I can’t believe a workaholic like Mr. Xander is willing to sacrifice his hours to spend time with a woman!
After the project briefing, Jonathan walked out of the conference room and heard Zack calling him.
“Uncle Jonathan!”
“Yes?” Jonathan arched a brow.
Zack nodded and lowered his eyes. He said hesitantly, “I shouldn’t have said what I said the other day,
Uncle Jonathan.”
Jonathan let out a deep grunt, but no visible changes in his expression.
“Lucille had already explained to me about the pinhole camera incident, and the issue with the journalist
is also all a misunderstanding!”
Jonathan tilted his eyes and glanced at him. “What exactly are you trying to say?”
“If my parents asked you about my relationship with Lucille, I hope you can help me keep it a secret.
Once the dust settles, I’ll tell my parents about it.”
Walter, who was standing behind Jonathan, could not help but feel anxious for Zack. Is he an idiot or
what?
But to Walter’s surprise, Jonathan nodded and replied, “Since it’s your problem, solve it yourself!”
“Thank you, Uncle Jonathan!” Zack heaved a sigh of relief.
Jonathan then walked away.After returning to the office, Walter could no longer suppress his curiosity. He cautiously asked Jonathan,
“Lucille is such a cunning woman. She’ll definitely take advantage of Mr. Zack!”
“He’s not my son, so he’s not my responsibility! Besides, he’ll only learn his lesson when he falls on his
sword. Why should I stop him?”
No matter what happens, the Xanders will never allow Lucille to join the family. I hope Zack will
eventually learn his lesson!
Walter shuddered when he saw how casual Jonathan was when he made those remarks.
He may seem like he did everything for his nephew’s own good, but deep in his heart, he’s one ruthless
uncle! How terrifying!
In the afternoon, Jonathan received a call that had foiled all his plan.
The drama between Lucille and Michaela had become the talk of the town, even though Jonathan had
done his best to keep the issue out of the limelight. Somehow, news traveled fast and eventually reached
his parents at Nebula Castle Nursing Home.
Upon hearing that, Nick exploded with rage. He wanted to know how long Jonathan planned to hide this
from him had the secret not been exposed. Mavis tried to stop him from calling Jonathan but to no avail.
Jonathan tried to talk it out nicely over the phone, but Nick refused to listen. He had no choice but to buy
the ticket to Nebula Castle.
Meanwhile, Michaela learned that Jonathan would be making a trip to Nebula Castle Nursing Home
when she was busy going through the list of book donors in the library. Upon receiving Jonathan’s text
message, she nearly exclaimed with joy.Since this morning, she had been thinking about how she could face Jonathan in the evening. She even
brainstormed a hundred ways to avoid him, even though she eventually thought those methods would
not work.
That was why Michaela was relieved when she found out that Jonathan would be traveling out of town!
The things Jonathan said in the mountains last night still reverberated in her head.
He must be joking with me. Why would the cream of the crop confess his love to me when he would
have no trouble getting any woman he pleases?
But somehow, she would get emotional whenever she tried to convince herself that he was out of her
league.
She was so confused by the contradicting feelings in her heart that she did not know how to face
Jonathan.
Perhaps being separated for a few days would give us time to think things through. And I hope Mom can
come back as soon as possible!
Yet, not having Jonathan around made her a feel a little uneasy.