waking

Chapter 154

Jessie couldn’t stop him. Alfred stormed over, yanking Naomi up, “Shawn, what gives you the right to talk down to my sister! Naomi, don’t let him scare you. I’m here, and no one’s gonna mess with you”

Naomi gazed at Alfred, shocked, as Jessie entered, her face blank. “Sorry, I couldn’t hold him back.”

Shawn’s mood, already dark, turned even colder. He rolled his tongue against his teeth, a sardonic smile playing on his lips. “Naomi Naomi?” He repeated her name with a slow, deliberate emphasis.

“Shawn, you blind? Can’t you tell we’re like two peas in a pod? If she’s not my sister, is she yours! Alfred was all about protecting his sister. “How much did you give her! I’ll pay you back double. I appreciate you looking out for her, but you can’t just push her around because of that. Look at her, you’ve scared her half to death”

Naomi was silent. She wasn’t afraid of Shawn, she was afraid of Allied. He was the first to dare call Shawn blind. ‘Is Alfred getting too into character! Ivy is his real sister, yet here he is, attending a banquet with me, waiting for me at school, and even sending a huge order to my design firm. If there is a hidden agenda, Alfred’s intentions are much bigger than Shawn’s she thought.

Shawn rose

„his 6’3” frame imposing. He stared down at Alfred, his disdain clear, “Alfred, did Edwards Group go undert Can’t afford a mirrort Or did you and your family change your name to Thick, as in thick–skinned, trying to bring Naomi down or raise yourself up! Alfred, you’re the one

who’s blind”

Shawn’s deep, magnetic voice was laced with sarcasm towards Alfred, then he turned to Naomi, his tone impatient, “Naomi, come here.”

Alfred warned, “Don’t go, sis. You’re not his toy, you don’t have to obey him.”

Naomi slipped from Alfred’s grip, pulled out a wet wipe, and cleaned her hand carefully before placing it in Shawn’s.

Jessie watched silently, not wanting to speak, and let Alfred see his place in Naomi’s heart. Goodwill isn’t built in a day, and sibling bonds aren’t eastly forged. His sudden appearance only seemed to strengthen the bond between Naomi and Shawn.

Alfred looked heartbroken. He couldn’t believe his sister despised him so much that she disinfected her hand after he touched it

“Mr. Edwards, you’ve crossed a line.” Jessie finally spoke, pulling the distraught Alfred back, apologizing to Shawn, “I’m sorry, Mr. Fischer. Mr. Edwards hasn’t been himself lately. If he’s caused any offense, I hope you can let it slide” She then turned to Naomi. “Naomi, you should say something to support Alfred.”

Naomi was silent. She knew that if she spoke up for another man now, Shawn would be furious. But Alfred had saved her. She took Shawn’s arm, her fingers lacing with his. “Mr. Fischer, I think Jessie is reasonable. I’m a bit hungry, and I’d like to go to the cafeteria. I’ll show you around; is that okay?”

Shawn didn’t respond, and Naomi took it as consent. She signaled to Jessie, and they both steered Shawn and Alfred away.

After leaving the library. Naomi led Shawn left, while Jessie book Alfred right.

Shawn let Naomi lead. Over the month apart, he knew every detail of Naomi’s life, but she never asked about his. She didn’t miss him at all.

Suddenly, Shawn squeezed Naomi’s hand, making her wince. “Still upset! Naomi was helpless but explained gently, “I have nothing with Alfred. He’s not as good–looking, tall, or fit as you. Mr. Fischer, you saved me first, and my heart belongs to you. Alfred helped me, and I’m grateful, but I wanted to repay the favor and be done with it”

“Naomi, you’re too naive” Shawn’s mood eased, his tone softer. “The Edwards Group’s partnership with you is just starting. You really think you can

avoid Alfred!”

“Work is work, personal is personal. I’m clear on that, Mr. Fischer. Besides you, other men are the same to me as women”

Shawn’s lips twitched. “Aren’t you hungry? Why haven’t we reached the cafeteria?”

“I don’t want cafeteria food. It’s bland” Naomi winked. Til take you to a little place Bell and I found. It’s run by Atopan folks, and their Jambalaya is amazing, very authentic.”

The ice in Shawn’s eyes thawed. “Then I’ll reluctantly join you,”

Thanks, Mr. Fischer,” Naomi smiled. Her heart lightened. Shawn could be moody, but he was also to soothe.

At the shop, the Aropan owner greeted Naomi with a smile. “Young lady, you brought your boyfriend today.

Naoma glanced at Shawn and grinned. “Boss, he’s my boss?”

“So handsome a boss, not a boyfriend, you’ll regret it” The owner teased, eyeing Shawn, “Never seen a boss holding an employee’s hand.”

Naomi blushed, wanting to pull away, but Shawn held tighter. “Enough chatter. Are we here to eat or talk?”

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The owner laughed, “Such a temper, you must be the boss.”

Naomi’s cheeks burned, and she freed her hand from Shawn’s. “Two bowds of jambalaya, please.”

“Coming right up!” The owner left to prepare the food, and Naomi sat by the window. “Mr. Fischer, please sit.”

Shawn sat, his expression disdainful. Don’t I pay you?”

Naomi was taken aback, then understood what Shawn meant. “You do, but I can’t waste money, and I like this place. It reminds me of home” Being away from Atopan, she really missed home. “By the way. Mr. Fischer, aren’t you going to find Ms. Mabry!”

Shawn frowned, “Don’t spoil the meal with unpleasant talk.”

Naomi was confused, Shawn didn’t want to discuss Elaine, whose identity was rather special. He couldn’t treat her the same way he did Cheryl and Emily. But he had never acknowledged her status either. Not even Elie and Ryland knew what Elaine stood for. Seeing that Shawn wasn’t pleased when she mentioned Elaine, Naomi decided not to bring it up. When the steaming jambalaya was served, she was ready to dig in

Shawn didn’t start, still wary from past experiences, but his disdain was clear

Naomi didn’t care, eating slowly, sweating wiping, and continuing. Shawn watched her, a small smile forming. She was his little hamster, no matter how much she scurried, she was his

Outside, Jessie looked at Alfred, exasperated. The Edwards Group’s president was spying “Mr. Edwards, this will only cause trouble for Ma. Edwards and raise Shawn’s suspicions”

Alfred knew, but Shawn’s

s fierce c

gaze towards his sister was fierce. Alfred owed Naomi and wanted to take her hack home and cherish her now.

“But my sister can’t even eat something good with him” Alfred was heartbroken. “I want to take her for a feast and taste all the world’s delicacies.

“Is that what matters” Jessie couldn’t help saying

ing. While Naomi cooked for Javier and his family, Ivy enjoyed your home’s luxuries. Not to mention that Shawn doesn’t know this kind of place, even if he really did bring Naomi here, you have no right to say that about him. It was him who got Naomi out of that cruel environment

Alfred stiffened, his face falling.

“Mr. Edwards, if I were Naomi, I might not accept your kindness” Jessie’s tone was calm, emocionless. You think it’s nothing, and taking her back can give her a better life, but you didn’t ask her how she endured the Edwards family’s torment. You can’t feel her pain, forced to give blood to Rosalind again and again. You can’t understand her need for revenge. Su, help quietly, and let Naomi take her own revenge.”

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