No Remarriage: You Don't Deserve Me (Lenora and Zachary)
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Chapter 351 Why So Ruthless

Chapter 351 Why So Ruthless

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She remembered those days when she was bullied the most. In her dreams, her mother returned, cradling her and promising never to leave again. She had friends at school, and nobody bullied her anymore.

Awakening from her dream, she found herself in the chilling solitude of her bed, enveloped by the pitch-black night. She curled herself up, tears streaming down her face in a silent cry for help.

Dreams like these were most frequent during her primary school years. As she gradually aged, they became increasingly rare.

She couldn't recall the last time she had such a dream, but it had been at least a decade.

Once upon a time, Lenora would replace herself wondering where "she" could be now. Did she remarry? Why was she so cruel, never bothering to visit? Had she already found another child to love, leaving her cast aside?

At times, she resented "her" for leaving her behind, while at other moments, she wondered if "her" actions were driven by her difficulties.

Later on, she stopped yearning for a mother and no longer held resentment toward "her." She simply acted as if such a person didn't exist in the world.

After her father's death, she stumbled and fumbled her way through the many years that followed.

In the vastness of the world, Lenora had never imagined that the two of them would meet again.

Fate's design took her by surprise.

It turned out "she" was the second wife of the patriarch of the Hoffman family.

When her father passed away, had "she" seen the news? Did she know she was adopted by the Fuller family?

That day, when "she" had her subordinates take her to the hospital, did she know that the girl she was dealing with was the very daughter "she" had abandoned years ago?

As Lenora recalled the words "she" had spoken at the hospital, a hint of mockery surfaced on her lips.

"She" surely knew about it.

Yet, "she" still forced her to apologize to Donovan, mistakenly believing that Harrietta was her daughter while continuing to use Harrietta as a threat against her.

In "her" eyes, she didn't even compare to Summer.

Lenora couldn't help but laugh.

This was the mother she had yearned for so much during her childhood.

Though she had long ceased to hope, she still found it both tragic and ludicrous that she used to yearn for her mother's warmth as a child.

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The cold wind brushed against her face, causing a tingling numbness on her skin

She felt as though something was lodged in her chest, unspeakable and impossible to vent

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Just after seven in the evening. Jeahron was alive and bustling. The streets were brightly lit on both sides. filled with a constant flow of people, resembling a city that never slept Unaware of the passing time, Lenora found himself by the shores of Xosa Beach

She halted her steps, leaning against the stone railing, her gaze fixed on the sea, unmoving

Suddenly, her WhatsApp notification sounded.

Lenora glanced at the message that came in. It was from Zachary's account, but the tone of the message clearly indicated it was Harrietta. It wrote: Aunt Lenora, do you have time for a video call now! Taken aback for a moment, Lenora responded: Yes, sure

A video call came through immediately. Lenora answered it and a little girl, looking as delicate as a porcelain doll, appeared on his phone screen. Her skin was fair and smooth, with a sheen like silk. Her pupils were vivid and bright. Her nose was small and delicate, and her full and rosy. There were

two flakes of pastry on the corners of her mouth as if she had just enjoyed a snack.

Upon seeing Harrietta, who was intelligent, adorable, well-behaved, and beautiful. Lenora's turbulent emotions instantly calmed down considerably. "Hi, Hattie."

Upon seeing the pitch-black backdrop behind Lenora as if she were outside, Harrietta curiously asked, "Aunt Lenora, aren't you attending the award ceremony tonight?"

-Something unexpected came up. I'm outside right now." Lenora said with a smile, lifting her phone lo give a full spin and allowing Harrietta a glimpse of her surroundings. Harrietta furrowed her brows, expressing her concern. "Will you still have a trophy, Aunt Lenora?"

"Yes. I'll show you once I get back."

""Aunt Lenora, I also want to go-

Before Harrietta could finish speaking, a familiar male voice chimed in. "Hattie, it's time for your bath."

Harrietta looked up, pouting in dissatisfaction. "I'm talking to Aunt Lenora!"

"You can continue after your bath."

A large hand appeared on the screen, lightly touching Harrietta's head.

"Hattie, go and take a bath," Lenora suggested, "We can talk afterward."

"Aunt Lenora, wait for me," Harrietta said as she put down the phone and left.

Suddenly, the screen started to shake, and Zachary's handsome face appeared in the video, his deep features delivering a powerful impact.

He glanced at the street scene behind Lenora, then asked, "Has the award ceremony ended?"

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"I didn't participate"

""What's wrong?"

"Something unexpected happened. Someone else had to collect it on my behalf."

"What is it?" Zachary asked.

"It's not a big deal. Lenora evaded the question without giving a direct answer.

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Zachary gazed at her expression on the screen. "Your emotions are not conveying the same message to

me."

He could tell that she was somewhat upset.

Lenora hadn't expected Zachary to be so perceptive. Her eyes flickered, and she pressed her lips together. "Don't worry. I'll adjust quickly."

"No matter what happens, I want you to know that Hattie and I will always have your back." Zachary said, gazing carnestly at Lenora on the screen.

Though they clearly had no particular connection, the sight of his gaze inexplicably brought a significant calm to Lenora's heart. His voice held a certain enchanting quality that, in an instant, soothed the worries in her heart. However, it was impossible for Lenora to admit it in front of Zachary.

She said, "You don't need to do that as long as I have Hattie by my side.

Seeing her still in the mood to jest, Zachary let his guard down and chuckled. "So, would you say that your trip to Jeahron was in vain?"

Lenora paused for a moment, then chuckled. "I suppose so."

"Are you coming back tomorrow?"

Lenora shook her head. "I don't know yet. Anyway, I won't be returning tomorrow."

"Why?" Zachary looked up.

"Since I have some free time, I might as well stay here for a couple more days," Lenora responded.

Zachary moved his lips, as if he wanted to say something, but then he didn't

"I'm heading back to the hotel, Lenora said.

"No need to hang up."

"All right"

Lenora hailed a taxi to return to the hotel.

After arriving at the hotel, Harrietta had also finished taking a bath. She was so tired that she could barely keep her eyes open. She greeted Lenora before heading off to sleep.

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After Lenora ended the video call, her emotions had completely settled down.

Upon initially receiving the news about Jasmine, she simply couldn't comprehend it for a moment.

After conversing with Zachary and Harrietta for a while, she quickly regained her composure and understood the situation.

She was already twenty-six, no longer in need of a mother's love.

Given that Jasmine had never treated her as a daughter, it was only fitting for her to regard the former as a stranger.

On Tuesday, Lenora went sightseeing alone. She took some pictures and incidentally bought quite a few souvenirs. Many of them were intended for Harrietta, while the rest were just casual purchases for others.

In the evening, Lenora, adhering to her meetup with Ezekiel, made her way to Harfush Club.

Lately, Summer had been feeling down. She decided to lift her spirits by arranging a get-together with a few of her close girlfriends at Harfush Club.

Upon exiting the elevator, Summer caught a glimpse of a figure in the distance, one that felt incredibly familiar. Upon closer inspection, she realized it was Lenora.

A hint of resentment flashed in Summer's eyes.

Lenora had shown up in Jeahron, undoubtedly there to attend the award ceremony.

Summer reckoned the first prize was meant to be hers and that she should have been the one standing at the award ceremony's stage.

Had it not been for Lenora, how could she have lost the first prize, been scolded by Ezekiel, publicly apologized, and lost all her dignity?

She walked over and glanced at the room number on the door that Lenora had entered. She then descended the stairs to the reception desk and asked, "Who booked Room 708?"