Chapter 43

Dennis and Christine were baffled. They concluded that guiding their daughter, Naomi, was their responsibility. Otherwise, the household's constant indulgence might lead her astray. Brendan drove them home. During the ride, they flanked Naomi and delivered a stern lecture.

"Young lady," Christine began solemnly, "we sent you to study law to champion justice. As a lawyer, how could you break the law? Why did you start a fight at someone else's house?"

Naomi retorted, "Doesn't Madelyn know assaulting people is against the law? Why should I follow the rules when she doesn't?"

"Then you should sue her!" Christine responded.

Naomi sneered. "After all that trouble, I'd just get an apology and maybe compensation for medical expenses."

"What if the Sabella family sues you? You're so fond of being a lawyer. What if it tarnishes your reputation?"

Naomi dismissed this. "If they want to sue me, let them. I'd like to see who dares. Besides, even if I can't be a lawyer, you and Dad would let me work at the company."

"Oh, my dear child," Christine sighed, at a loss. Naomi was unpredictable—well-behaved one moment, a spitfire the next.

Dennis frowned. "Suing the Sabella family won't work. It will only increase business competition."

Before Christine could become anxious, Dennis reassured her, "Don't worry. The deed is done. Moreover, the Sabella family probably did this intentionally. They were looking for an excuse to oppose us. I could tell they couldn't hold back any longer during the project bidding."

He added, "I suspect the Jenkins family is involved."

Dennis's years of business experience gave him insight. The Sabella family initially wanted Madelyn to marry Brendan, but he declined. The Ludwig family then proposed a marriage between Naomi and Brendan, stating that Brendan would remain a bachelor if Naomi refused. In reality, Brendan willingly agreed, but Naomi…

Chapter 43 (Continued)

The families' longstanding grudge had come to a head.

Christine nervously asked, "What? Are the Sabella and Jenkins families allying? Dennis, what should we do?"

Dennis remained calm. "I'm right here. Don't worry. Our lives won't be affected." He continued, "Naomi, you can continue working if you wish. If you ever grasp the ways of the world, come back to the company and assist me."

Naomi ignored his suggestion. She was content with her current freedom.

After escorting Dennis and Christine home, the young couple returned to Yellowind Bay. Naomi's actions had caused a stir. People were discussing:

"Naomi is resilient! She's my role model!"

"Madelyn deserved it. She always picks on the weak. I'd celebrate if she were taken down."

"The Sabella family is taking a hit, but Madelyn had it coming."

Naomi ignored the conversation. The unresolved matter of Estelle and Pauline weighed on her mind.

Later, after Brendan showered, Naomi, with a playful smile, said, "You were remarkably protective today. How about I offer myself to you?"

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