No Remarriage: You Don't Deserve Me (Lenora and Zachary)
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Chapter 368 The Pursuit

Chapter 368 The Pursuit

Upon noticing Jasmine's silence, Summer pleaded anxiously, "Aunt Jasmine, you must help me."

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Jasmine snapped back to reality and said gently, "Didn't you say it was Howard's doing? The police didn't arrest you, so it has nothing to do with you. Relax."

Summer's heart pounded with fear. "But what if he tries to lessen his guilt and pins the blame on me at the police station? And what about the Winfrey family? What if they decide that I'm involved in this? Would Uncle Bertram sacrifice me to preserve the relationship betwe Summer wasn't worried about Howard at all.

He was utterly smitten with her, so much so that at her slightest gesture, a mere curl of her finger, he would obediently follow. If she beckoned him east, he wouldn't dare venture west.

What she feared most were the members of the Winfrey family.

It was clear that they were from a prestigious family, each one of them cunning. They would easily figure out that she had instigated Howard and, thus, confront the Hoffman family and seek an explanation. Just as Jasmine was about to speak, a commotion erupted from downstairs.

Summer rushed to the window and took a quick peek. She saw a black sedan parked at the entrance of the Hoffman residence. A man stepped out from the back seat of the car. It was indeed Howard's uncle.

Howard's uncle casually glanced toward the second floor. Summer, her face as pale as a ghost, quickly withdrew her head. She clung to Jasmine's arm, sobbing. "Aunt Jasmine, the Winfrey family is here! You must save me! My parents died early. You're the only family I ha Summer's parents tragically passed away in a car accident.

Back then, they had just arrived in Jeahron and were traveling in the car Jasmine frequently used.

Originally, Jasmine was supposed to join them in the car. However, due to an unforeseen circumstance, Jasmine suggested that Summer's parents go ahead without her.

Who would have thought that the car would have met with an accident? The vehicle was wrecked beyond recognition, and tragically, the driver, too, lost his life.

When Summer came to Jeahron, her parents had instructed her to make sure she pleased her aunt. Therefore, Summer insisted on staying with Jasmine, successfully avoiding a potential predicament.

Afterward, Jasmine kept Summer by her side. They had spent many years together; their bond was deep and profound. Their relationship was no less than that of a biological mother and daughter. How could she just stand by and watch Summer fall into the hands of the Winfrey family?

Bertram was relatively kind to her, but his attitude toward Summer was distant. Jasmine believed that if the Winfrey family truly made a request, Bertram would indeed hand over Summer.

She pondered before saying, "Take it easy, Summer. There's no need to rush."

As she spoke, she moved to the side, opening a cabinet and pulling out a stack of cash. She pushed the

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money into Summer's hands. "Take this. Go and clear your head in a different city. I'll be here, waiting for you. Once this blows over, you can come back. Leave now through the back door" "Thank you, Aunt Jasmine. You're truly the best."

Holding the money, Summer was touched as she looked at Jasmine.

"Go now."

"Okay."

With a reluctant glance at Jasmine, Summer took the money and exited the room. She quietly slipped out of the Hoffman residence through the back door.

The butler led Howard's uncle into the living room, then went upstairs to invite Bertram down.

"So it's Edwin. What brings you here?" Bertram descended the stairs, a smile on his face as he took a seat across from Edwin Winfrey.

The housekeeper then served some coffee.

Edwin sighed with a wry smile. "Isn't it all because of that brat? He's gotten himself into trouble again, Heaving my brother and his wife sick with worry."

Edwin had a straightforward conversation with Bertram. After mentioning Howard's actions, he explained. the reasons behind them, making it clear that Howard had been instigated by Summer.

"Bertram, you've watched Howard grow up. You know what kind of person he is. If no one instigated him, he would never do such a thing. I asked Cillian, and he said that the last time Ms. Wilkin came to Jeahron, Howard had a strong hostility toward her. I checked the surv bottomed? My mom still teases me about it to this day. Howard and Ezekiel grew up together. Seeing their relationship remain as strong as ever brings me great comfort... Bertram, you know how much my brother and sister-in- law treasure Howard. Let's not let a stranger ruin our harmony."

On the surface, he implied that he wished for the two families to have a longstanding relationship. The underlying implication was that Bertram should hand over Summer. If Howard were to really end up in prison, it would strain the harmony between the two households. Bertram responded, "I've always considered Howard as my own nephew, so naturally, I don't want him to end up in jail. How about this? I'll call Summer out and ask her what happened. If she's indeed involved, I won't let her off the hook" "Ah, I always knew you were a fair man," said Edwin.

Bertram then sent a housekeeper upstairs to summon Summer,

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In less than two minutes, the housekeeper came downstairs, trembling with fear, as she responded, "Mr. Hoffman, Ms. Lovestone is not at home."

Bertram expressed his surprise. "Didn't she just come back?"

The housekeeper said, "Mrs. Hoffman mentioned that Ms. Lovestone wanted to travel out of town. She came back to pick up her things and left immediately."

Edwin glanced at Bertram, his expression filled with hidden meaning.

Who would believe that she just picked up something and lefimmediately, claiming it to be a trip out of town? Only a fool would.

Isn't she just trying to lay low for a while after seeing trouble brewing?

Upon Summer's departure, Bertram realized that she must be involved in the matter.

Confronted with Edwin's insightful gaze, Bertram felt his face heat up in embarrassment, a surge of anger brewing in his heart. "Go and ask Mrs. Hoffman where Summer has gone?" he demanded. "Mrs. Hoffman said she doesn't know either."

"She doesn't know?" Bertram chuckled, calling over his butler. He ordered, "Summer surely hasn't gone far. Take some men and bring her back." "Understood."

The butler acknowledged the order and was about to leave when a voice echoed from upstairs. "Hold on!"

Jasmine slowly descended the stairs, casting a glance at Edwin. "Bertram, what's happened? Why are you so insistent on getting Summer back?"

Upon seeing Jasmine's pretentious demeanor, Edwin couldn't help but scoff internally. He then proceeded to succinctly recount the events that had transpired.

Jasmine said, "So, you're saying that all of this is just your speculation. There's no concrete evidence to prove that Howard did this because of Summer, and Howard himself didn't admit to it, right?"

Edwin never did think highly of Jasmine, nor did he bother to engage her in conversation. He stood up, turning to address Bertram. "Bertram, the truth of right and wrong, I believe, is already clear in your heart. I won't say more. If you consider my Winfrey family to still be of

"Hey, Edwin, what are you talking about?" Bertram rose to his feet and gave Edwin a reassuring pat on the shoulder. "Don't worry. I'll definitely help out with Howard's situation. You go on home, and I'll let you know as soon as there's any news."

Edwin chuckled. "You've always been sensible and understanding. The Hoffman family's prosperity is all thanks to your presence."

A single sentence, full of understanding and reason, seemed to hint at something.

After Edwin left, Jasmine approached Bertram