Substitute Marriage: Reborn As The Top Big-Shot
Chapter 1923 - 549: Being abused_5

Chapter 1923: 549: Being abused_5

That is, they hope their children can live safely and happily.

Mary Perryne was really looking forward to the day when she was too old to walk and surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She turned to Sawyer Thompson, "As soon as Brandon gets married, we won’t be far from realizing our dream of holding a grandchild."

"Yes," Sawyer Thompson nodded.

--

The first day of the lunar year.

It was Mrs. Thompson’s memorial day.

Sawyer Thompson’s two younger brothers, Evan Thompson and Jayden Thompson, also rushed back from other places with their wives and sons.

Not just that.

Various Bosses also rushed to Capital City, presenting a bunch of white chrysanthemums in front of Mrs. Thompson’s grave.

By the time the Thompson Family arrived, Mrs. Thompson’s grave was already piled high with white chrysanthemums.

They even lined both sides of the aisle.

Luxury cars filled the nearby area of the cemetery.

Viola Thompson also brought Bread and Mantou with her.

As if Bread knew something, it sat in front of Mrs. Thompson’s grave, motionless, only whimpering softly.

Mantou also sat quietly on the side.

Usually, these two little guys would start fighting whenever they got together, but not today.

It’s said that small animals understand human nature, and this saying is not false at all.

After the memorial for Mrs. Thompson, everyone returned to the Thompson Family Manor by car.

Mary Perryne shared a car with her two sisters-in-law.

Elena Williams turned to Penny Kalafatis, "Penny, didn’t you say you wanted to have a second child before? How is it going now?"

Penny Kalafatis teased, "What? Do you want one too?"

Elena Williams said, "I have the will, but not the power. I’m almost at menopause; thinking about having children anymore!"

Penny Kalafatis composed herself and continued, "I did have that plan before, but recently I haven’t had the time, and having a child isn’t just talk – it requires time and effort. Jayden and I are still considering it!"

Raising a child is not as simple as raising kittens or puppies.

Mary Perryne nodded, "Such matters do indeed require careful consideration."

After speaking, Mary Perryne added, "However, having kids is something you should do while you’re young. The older you get, the more concerns you have."

Penny Kalafatis nodded, feeling that Mary Perryne made a good point.

Elena Williams looked at Mary Perryne, curiously asking, "Sister-in-law, how’s Brandon doing now? Is he still single? If he is, I could introduce someone to him."

Mary Perryne shook her head, "I’ve heard he’s dating someone, but that kid is keeping it close to his chest, so I didn’t ask more."

Some matters become problematic if you inquire too much.

Elena Williams smiled, "Well, sister-in-law, I wish you an early congratulation on hugging your first grandson."

--

In a blink of an eye, it was the third day of the lunar year.

Isla Astir went to the Royal Hotel to attend a class reunion, having arranged to meet Barbara Will, who was thus waiting for her at the entrance.

Today, vehicle restrictions were in place in Capital City, so Isla Astir came by taxi.

It had been six years since Isla Astir last met with Barbara Will back in middle school, and everyone had changed so much that they could hardly recognize each other, prompting Isla Astir to call Barbara Will as soon as she got out of the cab.

"Barbara Will, I’m at the entrance."

Barbara Will looked around and then asked, "What color are you wearing?"

"A light blue coat, white beret."

Barbara Will quickly spotted Isla Astir and waved at her, "Isla, over here!"

Isla Astir immediately looked over, "Barbara Will."

Seeing Isla Astir again, Barbara Will’s eyes were filled with amazement. Girls transform vastly as they grow up, and Isla Astir was becoming more and more beautiful. What used to be youthful beauty had now matured into a pure and artistic beauty that was very comforting to behold, an aura of bookish charm surrounding her.

"After so many years, Isla, you’re still so pretty!"

Isla Astir said, a bit embarrassed, "You’re very pretty too."

Barbara Will said, "I’m nothing compared to you! By the way, where are you studying now?"

"Capital City Normal University," Isla Astir answered.

Barbara Will continued to ask, "Planning to become a teacher in the future?"

Isla Astir shook her head, "Haven’t decided yet."

Barbara Will, being very friendly, linked her arm with Isla Astir’s, and said, "Many old classmates came today; let’s go inside first."

Just as they were about to enter the hotel lobby, a beautiful and tall girl came over, arm in arm with a man dressed in a suit.

"Barbara Will."

Seeing the person, Barbara Will whispered to Isla Astir, "Isla, do you remember her? The one who used to compete with you for the title of class beauty!"

"I don’t remember," Isla Astir shook her head.

Barbara Will went on, "That’s Erin!"

As they spoke, Erin walked up to them with her man, "Barbara Will, this must be Isla Astir, right?"

Barbara Will nodded, "Exactly."

Erin smiled at Isla Astir, "Long time no see, Isla Astir. This is my boyfriend, Augusta."

Though Isla Astir was not familiar with Erin at all and didn’t even know that Erin had held a grudge against her, she still politely responded, "Hello."

Erin continued, "Do you have a boyfriend?"

"Yes," Isla Astir nodded.

"What does your boyfriend do?" Erin had been comparing herself to Isla Astir since middle school, and naturally, she wanted to continue the rivalry.

Her boyfriend, Augusta, was not only a local of Capital City, but he also ran his own company.

Because of this, Erin was very proud.

They had already planned that once she graduated, they would get their marriage license.

Then she wouldn’t need to work, just happily take care of the home and children.

Isla Astir said, "He works in software development."

Erin looked at Isla Astir with an air of superiority, "As it happens, my boyfriend’s company is into software development too, and they’re hiring now. If your boyfriend is considering a job change, he could come to my boyfriend’s company."

Seven years ago, she was outshone by Isla Astir.

Seven years later, she was not going to be outdone by Isla Astir again.

Isla Astir’s boyfriend was a subordinate at someone’s mercy, while her boyfriend was the Boss of his company.

From then on, Isla Astir and she wouldn’t be people of the same world anymore.

Augusta cooperatively took out a business card and handed it to Isla Astir, "Miss Astir, here’s my card. If your boyfriend has any need, he can contact me anytime. For Erin’s sake, I’ll definitely not mistreat him."

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