2 Chapter 25 Irritated , Ralphlet out a cold laugh . " You called me Ralphie in front of my grandpa , and now it's Mr. Fletcher ? So I'm just a tool you throw NT you're done with His last words came out through clenched teeth , Abigail frowned slightly . She had assumed Ralph understood that the way she addressed him before was just a way to help dissolve their engagement without causing trouble She thought , " Wasn't that what he wanted too ? Why make it sound like I broke his heart ? Abigail said , " Mr. Fletcher , if there's nothing else , I'll be going now ! " Abigail . " Ralph's voice turned cold , tinged with anger , " You really want to be this distant with i When his eyes met Abigail's indifferent gaze , something twisted in his chest . But in the end , he softened his tone . " Forget it . My grandpa asked me to drive you home . You wouldn't want me to go against his wishes , would you ? " At the mention of Adam , Abigail couldn't refuse anymore . " Sorry for the trouble . " A flicker of displeasure flashed through Ralph's eyes . The two walked in silence toward the parking an Abigail didn't pay attention to Ralph as they walked together in deafening silence . " Abigail , if you're being mistreated by the Gibson family , you can tell me ," Ralph suddenly spoke . Abigail looked at him in confusion . She didn't respond , nor did she think there was anything worth responding to . The words sounded ridiculous to her " Abigail " Ralph couldn't get used to her indifference . Just three years ago , she'd always looked at him with so much warmth and attachment . He stopped walking . Abigail didn't understand why , and looked at him with a puzzled expression . " Mr. Fletcher , what are you trying to say ? " Her tone camed a trace of irritation . Under the moonlight , her gaze was so clear and cold it felt like it could see right through him . Ralph suddenly looked away , his voice tinged with a mix of frustration and anger . " Whatever issues you have with the Gibson family have nothing to do with Dani " She wants to get along with you . There's no reason for you to keeptreating her like the enemy " As he spoke , he looked straight at Abigail with a serious look on his face . You can see how much the Gibson family loves Dani " Even if it's just to make things easier on yourself , don't bully her . And remember , unless the Gibson family agrees , you won't be able to see your grandfather " He made it sound like he was looking out for her , but Abigail fel I felt the urge to laugh . She thought , ' So in the end , Ralph still thinks I'm the one bullying Daniella . " " Mr. Fletcher , I'd like to go home now . " Abigail's expression was cool and distant . Her tone was calm and direct as she spoke . If it weren't for Adam , she wouldn't have wanted Ralph to drive her home at all Ralph's expression darkened . He thought , " I only said all that because I care about Abigail . But clearly , she doesn't appreciate it . Now it just looks like I'm meddling . Suppressing the discomfort in his chest , he turned and got into the car . Abigail reached for the back door , but Ralph suddenly opened the passenger side and said , " Get in . " Not wanting to waste words over something as petty as where to sit , Abigail said nothing and got into the front seat . 21:14 : Wed , 18 Jun : Chapter 25 The car quickly pulled away from the villa . The ride was unusually quiet . Ralph glanced at Abigail " By the way , my grandpa really ked the pornstone chess set you gave him . " Abigail gave a small nod . The mention of Adam softened her expression slightly , and her lips curved just a bit . " I'm glad . " " By the way , where did you get that chess set ? " Ralph asked casually . The smile on Abigail's lips faded . Her voice was flat , " A friend g dgave it to me . " " What kind of friend gives you something that expensive ? " Halph frowned as he spoke , his tone carrying clear disapproval " Abigail , you shouldn't accept gifts that are too extravagant . " ady gave it to Adam , I should probably Abigail lowered her eyes . She hadn't expected that person to give her such an expensive gift . She thought , already ask how much it cost and pay that guy back ." " Alright , " Abigail agreed , surprisingly compliant , which gave Ralph the illusion of seeing the girl from three years ago His grip on the steering wheel tightened slightly , and a faint smile tugged at the corners of his mouth . " There's enough on this bank card to cover the price of that gemstone chess set . Take it and pay your friend back . " Abigail looked at the black card he held out but didn't take it . " That won't be necessary . I handle it myself . The chess set was a gift from me to your grandfather . " Ralph understood what she meant and didn't insist . He set the bank card aside . " So , have you thought about what i said earlier ? " Abigail was caught off guard , clearly confused . " What are you talking about ? " The car was already entering the villa district . Ralph rested one hand on the wheel , speaking casually , " The job at my company . " " Mr. Fletcher , I already turned it down ." Abigail was straightforward . She had never considered working at the Fletcher family's company . Halph took a deep breath , trying to suppress his irritation . " If you don't want to work , that's fine . You could still go back to school . Your academic records are still registered with your high school " I'll get everything arranged so you can finish your senior year and get into college . Abigail , you know how important a degree is . Don't ruin your future out of spite ." Abigail found it laughable . She thought , " So Ralph thinks turned him down out of spite ? I stopped wasting my breath on them a long time ago She replied , " No , Mr. Fletcher . I'll handle my own life " Abigail , are you really going to throw everything away over a moment of anger ? " Ralph took another deep breath , his gaze filled with disappointment as he looked at her .. Aflicker of sarcasm passed through Abigail's eyes . She didn't want to argue with Ralph anymore . None of this mattered to her . The car stopped in front of Gibson Villa . Ralph said nothing , his face cold . Abigail remained composed as she opened the door , stepped out with her purs Ө AD