Chapter 64

Sally sat quietly on the sofa, her face calm, but her worry about Lauren remained. She didn't care whether Lauren was Herman's mistress; it wouldn't be easy for Lauren to deny it.

If Lauren were Herman's mistress, it would be the best outcome for Sally. However, even if she were, the Bennetts wouldn't directly ask Herman.

As long as Lauren was seen in his car, her connection to Herman was undeniable. Regardless of her denials, the Bennett family wouldn't allow her to marry Sandy. After all, marriage was a significant way to connect two families. Sally also believed that if Grandpa called, Lauren would answer. She guessed Lauren might deny it or remain silent if questioned about her relationship with Herman. Regardless, Lauren needed to explain in person. This thought filled Sally with a long-awaited excitement.

However, things didn't go as planned. The person who answered wasn't Lauren, but Kelly.

Kelly said excitedly, "Lauren's in the lab right now and can't come to the phone. Can she call back later? Should I take a message?"

Sally sneered silently.

Mr. Bennett Jr., hearing this, frowned impatiently. "Father, have her call Lauren now."

Mrs. Bennett Sr. ignored him, instead chatting with Kelly. "Are you Lauren's assistant?"

"Yes, my name is Kelly," she replied enthusiastically.

Mr. Bennett Sr. smiled. "I'd considered sending Lauren an assistant. It's fortunate you're with her." Kelly, slightly embarrassed, explained, "Mr. Shaw sent me to help Lauren."

Kelly wasn't the ideal candidate, but her age was close to Lauren's, so Herman chose her.

Mr. Bennett Sr. hadn't put the phone on speaker, but everyone in the living room heard clearly. They heard Herman Shaw's name.

Mr. Bennett Jr. frowned, and Mrs. Bennett grew nervous. Herman's concern for Lauren was evident. Could they be in love?

Mr. Bennett Sr. paused, then asked Kelly, "The Mr. Shaw from MY Company?"

"Yes," Kelly confirmed. Noticing his confusion, she added, "Lauren leads the R&D department at MY Company."

Note: I removed the asterisks from the words that were previously censored. The context suggests these are standard words, and censoring them isn't necessary in a rewritten passage.