After the divorce he begged novel Chapter 244

Chapter 244

“I haven’t met them, but their story is kind of well–known in our circle, Jessica said, picking up on the fact that Rebecca wasn’t big on gossip and deciding to give her the scoop. “They tried to mess with the relationship between Charlotte and her brother, but it totally blew up in their faces.

Rebecca nodded, signaling that she got the gist.

She’d heard snippets about the Pierce family from her mom before.

There are only two kids in the younger generation of the Pierce family: the older brother and the younger sister. Everyone in their circle knows that Ms. Jensen and her brother don’t really get along.

Brian and Jasmine were probably hoping to get on William’s good side by bringing Charlotte down a notch.

After all, compared to Charlotte, who hardly ever bothers showing up at work, William–the CEO of Pierce Group–is the real asset here.

But what they didn’t see coming was that, while Charlotte and William seem at odds on the surface, when outsiders come poking around, those siblings always team up together.

“Just keep an eye on those two from now on,” Jessica said, giving her a heads–up. “I’m not always around, so stay wary, and steer clear of them whenever you can.”

Rebecca nodded. “Okay.”

“Let’s move somewhere more private so we won’t be bothered,” Jessica said, knowing Rebecca liked a quieter vibe.

Rebecca was just about to say yes when a stylish woman in a crisp white suit, high heels, and sleek long hair walked up to them. She called out, “Rebecca?”

Rebecca nodded. “Yeah.”

She recognized her immediately.

According to the Quinn family files, Max Quinn, CEO of the Quinn Group, had a personal assistant named Winston–a woman whose reputation for efficiency was well–known.

“Mr. Quinn would like to see you,” Winston said, all business and keeping a professional distance. “He has something important to discuss.”

Rebecca nodded. “Okay.”

She’d barely taken two steps with Jessica when Winston spoke up again. “Mr. Quinn wants you to come alone.”

Jessica’s brows knitted with concern.

Rebecca shot her a reassuring look. “It’s fine.”

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Rebecca and Winston made their way over to Max Quinn’s table, where there was an impressive spread of top–shelf wine and snacks laid out for the three of them–clearly the hotel had set it up special.

Winston, acting the consummate assistant, brought her over and announced, “Mr. Quinn, she’s here.”

Max told Winston, “You can go.”

“Okay,” Winston replied.

Once Winston left, Rebecca found herself standing there alone.

Three pairs of eyes focused on Rebecca–some curious, some appraising, and some openly intrigued.

Max reached out his long, pale fingers, gripped the chair back, and pulled it out for her. His deep voice, cool and slightly detached, said, “Sit.”

“Thank you,” Rebecca replied politely.

“Let me introduce you: this is Rebecca, my aunt’s daughter and my cousin,” Max said, his tone still as frosty as

ever.

The two people across from her nodded in turn and greeted, “Hello.”

Max turned to the two guys and introduced, “William Pierce, Eric Shea.”

Rebecca played along and greeted them, “Hello.”

“See how polite she is,” William quipped, his tone totally clashing with his refined trust–fund kid vibe. “Unlike you–always sitting there with that ‘the world owes me billions‘ expression.”

Eric nodded, “Preach.”

Max completely ignored their banter, keeping it cool and distant as he asked Rebecca, “What would you like to drink?”

Rebecca gave the table a quick scan.

It was all booze.

She hesitated, unsure how to politely pass on the alcohol, but Max immediately picked up on it. He called over the waiter: “Bring us some juice and champagne.”

“Yes, sir,” the waiter replied.

Seeing how thoughtful and well–bred Max had been since she’d sat down, Rebecca found herself feeling a rare flicker of doubt.

‘Did Max really take part in Mom’s accident, along with his father and brother?‘ Rebecca couldn’t help but question in her heart.

“Cousin? Cousin!” William grinned, saying it like he’d known her forever.

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Rebecca deliberately avoided his gaze. “Mr. Pierce.”

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“What ‘Mr. Pierce‘? If you don’t mind, just call me William–or William bro, whatever works. If you’re not comfortable with that, straight up William is fine too,” William teased, acting nothing like he did around his own sister. “You know, I’m actually best buds with your brother.”

Eric, rocking a sharp gray suit and nerdy glasses, chuckled, “Don’t bother with him, he’s just a flashy peacock, always needing to be the center of attention.”

William scoffed, “Who are you calling a peacock, you undercover show–off?”

Eric just shot him a look, keeping silent.

To William, that glare was pure provocation–he looked ready to throw down right then and there.

“Are you settling in okay here in Honnala?” Max asked, glancing over and striking up a conversation.

“I’m doing alright,” Rebecca answered, returning his courtesy with her own.

“You should bring your mom back for a visit sometime,” Max said, his tone still gentle but distant. “No matter what happened back then, the Quinn family will always be your home.”

Rebecca chose not to answer.

“The Quinn family could never be my home,‘ Rebecca thought, but with Max being so courteous, she couldn’t bring herself to snap back. She just dealt with it by keeping quiet and flashing a polite smile, letting the topic drift away.

Soon enough, the waiter arrived with juice and champagne, placing them right in front of her within easy reach.

As Rebecca reached for a glass to smooth things over, William suddenly piped up, “Little sis.”

Rebecca immediately corrected him, “Rebecca will do.”

“Word in Jelasburg is, you’re engaged to Jeffrey?” William asked, his tone nosy but casual. Though he was based in Honnala, as CEO of Pierce Group, he clearly kept up with the public gossip from Jelasburg.

Rebecca’s hand froze around her glass.

Max shot William a frosty glance. “Isn’t all this booze enough to keep you quiet?”

“Hey, I’m just curious,” William said, coughing to hide his embarrassment. “Everyone’s been spreading rumors about you and Jeffrey getting divorced, so I wanted to see if the gossip is real or not.”

Max instinctively glanced at Rebecca, surprise flickering in his eyes.

‘Divorced?‘ Max wondered to himself.

William raised his glass and tapped it gently against Rebecca’s juice. “Sorry for being nosy, Rebecca. I’ll punish myself and drink to that.”

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