novelxo Chapter 1525
Back then, Julien was blinded, mistakenly thinking that Vanessa had betrayed him for money. If he had spent even just a little more thought on it, or if he had gotten someone to investigate, he probably would have found out the truth. Then, Vanessa and Lawrie would not have suffered alone for so many years.
Ignoring Vanessa's warning, Julien moved the stool and sat down beside her. He hugged her and kissed her again. Vanessa was so angry that she stomped her foot down on his. "Julien, did you ignore what I said just because I was the one who chased after you?"
Julien's expression darkened. "Are you falling for Levi's nonsense?"
Vanessa said gloomily, "I think what he said kind of makes sense. After all, he is a man. As a man, he would know a fellow man's thoughts better than I do."
Julien let Vanessa go, picked up the spoon, and started eating. He did not mess around anymore. Seeing him suddenly become so well-behaved, Vanessa silently prayed for Levi in her heart. She hoped that Julien would not be too harsh on him or she would be in big trouble.
Vanessa scooped some carrots and chicken before putting them into Julien's bowl. "Don't just drink the soup. Eat the vegetables too. I checked with the doctor about what kind of food would be best for your recovery. If you eat well every day, you'll be back to your old self in no time."
Julien remained silent.
He didn't really feel like talking to her at this instant.
"By the way, I have already given your request some serious thought. I can give you the answer now instead of tomorrow."
"You've already thought it through?" Julien, who was depressed just moments ago, was instantly filled with enthusiasm. His mood fluctuated like a child's, but soon, he began to worry again. He was afraid that the answer she would give him was not what he wanted, hence he asked, "What's your answer?"
She liked him and she had always liked him. This was an indisputable fact and she never hid it. Since she liked him and wanted to be with him, Vanessa wanted to strive for a chance to be with him, working hard for her and Lawrie's happiness.
If the Kyles did not accept her, she could try her best to improve herself, to become a woman who was worthy of him, and to make his family accept her. "I have thought about it. When Lawrie is discharged from the hospital, I will take him with you to see your parents."
Hearing Vanessa's answer, Julien was so excited that his heart almost jumped out of his chest. He wanted to shout with joy. He wanted to hold her in his arms and tell the world that Vanessa was now his lover, no one can ever separate them in the future. But, he had always been a calm man, therefore he suppressed this excitement and just held her hand tightly although his grip was bonecrushing.
Vanessa's hand was being squeezed so hard that it started to hurt but she did not struggle. She liked the feeling of being held by him. Only in this way could she really feel that he was by her side. He was still the man she loved and she could still be with him.
Vanessa soon found out that Julien had made an order to prohibit Levi from entering Rovio Hospital anymore. The next day, Levi excitedly showed up with a bouquet of fresh flowers for the pretty lady. Sadly, he did not even manage to catch a glimpse of her back. And so, his holiday week came to an end as he returned back to the army.
As soon as he returned to the army, he bumped into Monique, the tomboy. As Levi was still thinking about the pretty lady he met at the hospital a few days ago, he couldn't help but compare the two Zellweger ladies against each other. "They're both women but how could they be so different?"
Monique passed by him and stopped for a few seconds. "You better not mess with me again, Levi. I don't care whose son you are, I'll be sure to make you pay."
If it were that pretty lady who had come over and said this to him, Levi would have felt like she was flirting. But since it was this tomboy, he took it as a direct challenge. Levi threw his backpack aside and said, "Oh yeah? And how do you plan on doing that?"
Monique scoffed and turned to leave. Levi turned around and stood in front of her, saying, "Hey tomboy, didn't you want to make me pay? Looks like you're all talk and no action, you coward."
Monique knew that in the army, she had no one backing her. If she got into trouble, she would definitely be discharged from the army. However, things were different for Levi. His father was the colonel of the Chatterton Town military region. His word was the law here. Thus, in order to protect herself, Monique had no choice but to suppress her emotions and walk past Levi. However, Levi was unwilling to let her go. He followed every step she took, all the way downstairs to the female soldiers' dormitory.
Monique stopped and punched Levi. But, he wasn't going to let her hit him, thus he dodged. Before he could retaliate, Jasper's voice could be heard. "Levi, this is the army, not your home." Levi reluctantly withdrew his hand.
Jasper walked over and circled around Levi. "Looks like you've become even wilder after the one-week leave."
"Sir, she started it!"
"What I saw was you raising your arm."
Levi was speechless.
D*mn! Monique must have done it on purpose. She must've seen Jasper coming over and struck out first. That way, Jasper would catch him right when he wanted to return her punch, therefore he would be the one taking the blame.
As expected, Jasper spoke again, "Since you clearly haven't returned to your senses, you should run a hundred laps around the field. Maybe, that will help you center your mind."
Levi clenched his fists and glared hatefully at Monique.
"Levi, did you hear me?"
Levi gritted his teeth and replied, "Yes, Sir."
"Hurry up and go."
Levi turned around and ran towards the field. He had a new score to settle with Monique at this moment.
After Levi left, Jasper looked at Monique and his voice softened a little. "Monique, I'll tell you the truth today. Levi was sent to our troop by his father."
Hearing Jasper's words, Monique was a little dissatisfied. "Commander, are you telling me that just because he's the son of Colonel Brown, then we have to let him do as he pleases?"
Jasper frowned at the fact that his subordinates would think that way. "Colonel Brown let him in but never gave him any special treatment. He has gotten where he is today through his hard work. You were in the same team with him during the competition, you should know his potential."
"Then, what are you trying to say to me?"
"Colonel Brown sent him to Red Eagle because he wanted to discipline him. He gave me the authority to punish him when needed. In fact, sometimes there isn't even a need to punish him but because it is his dad's will, he does not complain. What I want to say is that since you are all comrades- in- arms, you should put down your prejudice against him and try to understand him for who he is." "Yes, Sir."
Monique answered quickly but she had many thoughts running through her head. She knew what kind of person he was. He abused his father's power to bully others in the army and used his good looks to seduce girls everywhere! He was a typical pervert!