Chapter 33 The Slap Chapter 33 The Slap "Violet, don't you think my uncle kind of-" "No." Violet cut her off instantly. "Rose, your uncle's just a kind man. He sees me as a younger friend, that's all. Don't let your imagination run wild." "Yeah, maybe you're right." Rose rubbed her chin thoughtfully. "After all, you are my cousin's fiancée." "By the way, Rose, are you really sure about breaking off the engagement? There are only four days left until the wedding." Violet gave a small, calm smile. "Of course. He doesn't love me. If I marry him, I'll only end up regretting it." "It's all because of Luna! She should've stayed abroad - why did she have to come back?" Rose wrapped her arms around her best friend. "Alright, Violet. No matter what happens between you and my cousin, you'll always be my best friend. Don't worry I'll stand by you no matter what." Violet smiled faintly. "By the way, has your uncle or aunt told your grandpa about the cancellation yet?" Rose shook her head. "Nope. A relative told me a few days ago he's flying back just to attend Gavin's wedding." Violet frowned. Only four days left. Were they really planning to wait until the day of the wedding to say something? I see." Gavin tossed and turned all night and barely slept. The next morning, he showed up at work with dark circles under his eyes. He remembered asking Manager Wang from Admin to check on Violet after the elevator incident, so he stopped by the department. How did it go yesterday with Attorney Miller? Did you make sure she got home safely?" Wang blinked. "Uh, Attorney Miller? She said she didn't need any help, so I left." After the elevator malfunction, they'd checked all the elevators in the building before reopening them. He'd been running around with the engineering team all light-he didn't exactly have time to babysit an outside lawyer. Savin tapped his fingers on the table thoughtfully. "She... looked okay?" Wang thought for a moment. "A little shaken, I guess. But that's normal for any girl after something like that." Savin's face stayed cold. He said nothing more and went back to his office. - He was hesitating about calling her when his phone lit up it was Luna. Gavin, can you please talk to Dad? I don't want to go on that blind date. Brandon Shaw is famous for being a womanizer. I really don't want to meet him." "Gavin, could you talk to Violet too? Once you two are married, I'll keep my distance if she doesn't want me around. Really, I will. But please, just talk to Dad for me. I don't want to be in some arranged marriage." His gaze darkened "Dad's forcing you to go?" "Yeah. Mom called this morning. She gave me his number and address said it's set for tonight." "But I've got a recording session tonight." Gavin's voice turned cold. "You don't need to go. I'll handle Dad. Luna, I won't let them force you into anything." Just like that, any concern he had for Violet vanished completely. 14:54 Left Me Hanging at the City Hall? I Married Your Uncle 26.791 Chapter 33 The Slap She never failed to make trouble, did she? After a good night's sleep, Violet felt much better. She was heading to Monarch Law that morning, so she left Rose a note before leaving When she got to her parking spot, she suddenly remembered her car was still at Pinnacle's building. So she messaged Rose, asking her to bring it back if she had time. She had no desire to go there again. Unfortunately, the one person she least wanted to see was waiting right outside her building. "What are you doing here again?" she asked coolly. Gavin gave a humorless laugh. "Ha. You've been pulling strings behind my back - isn't this exactly what you wanted?" Violet rolled her eyes. "I have no idea what you're talking about. Move. I'm going to be late." He blocked her path like a wall. "You expect me to believe you weren't the one who told my dad?" "Violet, I really underestimated you. You talk about breaking off the engagement, but then you go crying to my father to turn him against me. Two-faced - you've really perfected the act." His voice dripped with sarcasm. "If you're so desperate to marry me, why pretend not to care? Trying to play hard to get?" Gavin's expression twisted, his tone harsh. "You're driving me insane." Smack! Violet's hand came down across his face. Her eyes were cold as ice. "Gavin, you're not the only one who's sick of this. So am I. Your parents are too scared to tell your grandfather - why don't you do it yourself? You're so brave in front of me; why not show some courage at home?" "What, you can't? Fine. I will. Tonight, eight o'clock. Braxton Estate." She brushed past him and strode away, her heels clicking sharply. She really was in a hurry. The man stood frozen in place, What the hell just happened? Did Violet just slap him? His jaw clenched, fury boiling in his diest "Violet! Don't you walk away from me! But by the time he turned, she was already gone - her car disappearing down the street "Eight o'dock?" he muttered with a cold sneer. "We'll see if you really have the guts." Nathan stopped by Wayne's office. "Wayne, coming home for dinner tonight?" His tone was light as if he weren't the one who had sent over his son's office surveillance footage last night. 26.99% Chapter 33 The Slap Wayne shook his head. "No, big brother. I've got a business trip tonight 111 be back next week." "Alright. Don't overwork yourself - take care of your health. As he turned to leave, Nathan added. "I've set up a blind date for Luna. Don't worry - the thing you were concerned about won't happen." Wayne gave a small smile. "Good. I just don't want people gossiping about our family." (0) (0)