Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

Clayton wanted to say something more, but Loretta held him back and patiently explained to Valeria. "You've misunderstood. We didn't come to take the child away. We just wanted to see him. We were afraid you wouldn't want to see us if we went to your home. Hence,

we thought of coming here to peek a look secretly..."

Before Loretta could finish her explanation, Valeria ruthlessly interrupted, saying. "You call this peeking? You're standing right in front of Alex. Is this what you call peeking

Valeria handed Alex over to Ella "You two get in the car first."

Ella nodded and went toward Valeria's car while holding Alex in her arms.

Loretta was suddenly speechless. There really wasn't much she could say to explain.

They had really just wanted to sneak a peek at Alex when they came. But after arriving and seeing how happy Alex was, they couldn't help but want to get closer.

"Im sorry, it was our mistake..." Loretta apologized.

Clayton looked at his wife and felt a bit angry. After all, they were the elders, Valeria's parents. Why did they have to be so submissive?

"We're your parents, not your enemies. Is it necessary to treat us like this?" Clayton said.NôvelDrama.Org: owner of this content.

Valeria chuckled, and there was a hint of mockery in her smile. It's been twenty years since we last met. I don't really care if you're my parents. And Mr. Maddox, don't forget you were quite imposing the first time you met me. It seemed like you were treating me like an enemy first."

She remembered very clearly the first time she met Clayton. He had asked her to draft a prenuptial agreement for Elsie. It was clear that he knew she was Hackett's ex-wife, and he seemed to want to embarrass her.

Clayton remained silent. He had done it on purpose, but he did not know that she was his biological daughter at that time.

Loretta looked confused, not understanding what was happening. "What does Elena mean? Have you met her before? You) tried to intimidate her?"

"I didn't know she was Elena back then!" Clayton said impatiently

Valeria sneered. "So, you're saying it was okay to hurt me because you didn't know I was your daughter? For the sake of your daughter's happiness, you're willing to trample on another daughter's self-respect? I really don't have any desire to acknowledge parents like you. Besides, I'm not lacking in any parental love now."

With that, Valeria turned to leave.

Loretta reached out and grabbed her hand. "Valeria! I know we wronged you. We made a mistake all those years ago when we carelessly lost you. But you can't speak like this. It really hurts me and your dad."

Valeria shook off Loretta's hand and looked at her with a pitying gaze. "You still have Elsie, don't you? She grew up by your side from a young age.

"You're both my daughters, and neither of you can be missing. Elena, no, Valeria! I beg you to give us a chance to make amends!" Loretta's voice quivered. Her face was full of grievance

Clayton saw this and pulled his wife back. "Don't tug back and forth on the street like this. It's humiliating."

"Mr. Maddox knows what's best. Valeria's tone was dripping with sarcasm.

Clayton didn't argue with her. He went straight to the point. "Why did you divorce Hackett back then, and why did you raise. the child alone? Did he not want to take responsibility?" But Clayton could clearly see that Hackett seemed to have taken on all the responsibilities a father should. He was even quite dedicated.

"This is between us. It's none of your business. Besides, with all the major issues happening in James Group and you being one of the major shareholders, aren't you worried?" She was genuinely curious about what Clayton was thinking. If Janes Group were to go under, how would it benefit him? Wasn't he counting on James Group to make money? Clayton snorted. "If he can't even handle these small matters, how will he support the entire James family's business in the

future?"

Valeria asked. "So you're not planning to help him regain control of the shares?"

TII help if needed, but he needs to taste a bit of bitterness. This kid is too arrogant and thinks too highly of himself. If he's not made to face some hardship, he'll stumble hard in the future. Clayton suddenly realized that Hackett had indeed become his son-in-law, but a former one.

It seemed that he and Hackett were destined to be in-laws. No wonder he always felt a special closeness to Hackett. He had always wanted Hackett to be his son-in-law

In the evening, at the James Group.

The public opinion online had temporarily shifted in favor of Hackett, but the old couple were not slowing down. They started negotiating with lawyers and the company. They aimed to secure the best outcome.

In the CEO's office, Hackett stood by the floor-to-ceiling window. He had a conversation with Valeria over the phone.

The whole industry is waiting to take on this case. After all, it's a chance to make a name for themselves and boost the reputation of their law office. I estimate that many law offices are lining up to negotiate with the old couple." Valeria's voice came from the other end.

Hackett pinched his brow with long, slender fingers and replied, "I understand."

Valeria said, "Unless it's absolutely necessary, don't release the surveillance footage online. If you release it too early, it'll backfire, and people will accuse you of being heartless and evasive."

Hackett chuckled. "Alright. Any other instructions, Ms. Sharp!"

Although it was just an ordinary statement, when spoken by him, it carried a subtle hint of intimacy.

On the other end of the line, Valeria paused for a moment. She then said, "That's all for now. I'm going to bed. If I remember anything. I'll tell you tomorrow."

"Alright, goodnight Hackett's tone was still gentle and affectionate.

Valeria didn't respond. She simply hung up.

Hackett had a smile on his face as he looked out at the bustling street below. Neon lights were flashing everywhere.

Then, there was a knock on the door.

Instantly, Hackett reined in his smile, and his expression turned serious. "Come in."

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The office door was pushed open, and it was Clayton

Hackett's brow furrowed even tighter. Why had he come to the company so late?

"Mr. Maddox, is there something you need from me? Please, have a seat"

Hackett gestured toward the sofas in the reception area. Clayton acknowledged with a nod and sat down, not speaking for a long time.

Hackett didn't rush him. He sat there with him. He even instructed his secretary to prepare some coffee for them.

After the secretary brought in the coffee and left, Clayton still hadn't spoken.

Hackett chuckled softly and still did not urge Clayton. Instead, he took out his phone and started browsing through pictures of Alex. They were taken the last time they went to Stellar Park. The little guy seemed to be having a great time.

"What are you looking at?" Clayton suddenly asked.

Hackett handed him the phone. "Pictures of Alex"

Clayton was momentarily taken aback, then took the phone and looked at the picture of the little guy laughing so innocently and carefree. He couldn't help but smile as well.

This was his little grandson, the child of his daughter Elena.

In an instant, he was filled with mixed emotions.

When Elena was lost, she was still just a child. Now, Elena's child could already call him Grandpa.