My ex-husband is seeking a second chance

Chapter 177

When Pearl came out of the director’s office, she saw Connor coming out of the ward with his bag on his back. He closed the door gently before making a pout. He heaved a sigh of relief as if he had just survived a calamity.

Looking at the child’s handsome face, Pearl’s eyebrows relaxed. She walked over and called him softly, “Connor.”

Connor turned his head when he heard someone calling him. When he saw Pearl, his smile spread. It was bright and sunny. “Are you done with the meeting?

“Yeah.”

Pearl looked up and sized up his expression. “What’s wrong?”

Connor was slightly stunned. He could not help but admire Pearl’s attentiveness. He raised his hand and pointed in the direction of the ward, making a gesture that said, “Let’s go first.”

They walked out side by side.

ad out I was

It was not until they walked out of the corridor and entered the elevator that Connor confessed, “My brother found out working part–time. He scolded me

Sensing Pearl’s gaze, he quickly added, “Oh, I didn’t tell him about your identity. Without your permission, how would I I dare reveal your identity?”

After all, the fact that Pearl practiced medicine had already shocked the two of them. If Connor told his brother about Pearl’s other identity as a top chef, he was afraid that Peter would be unable to withstand another shock.

Pearl raised her eyes slightly. “Peter won’t let you go out to work?”

Connor grunted softly. “My brother was afraid that it would affect my training. He said that students should study hard when they go to school and not be half–hearted. If I need money, he can give it to me. He said that I don’t have to go out and earn it myself.

Pearl nodded. “He’s right”

She turned to Connor and said, “Your brother just wanted the best for you.”

“I know he’s doing it for my good, but I’m old enough now to help him share some of his debts. I can’t have him carry the family’s burden alone. I have to share it with him.”

Connor spoke seriously. He had both the immaturity of a young man and the maturity of an older person. Life always compelled people to grow up.

Pearl asked calmly. “Hasn’t your father’s gambling debt been paid off? What other debts are there?”

Connor pursed his lips and looked at her intently as he blinked his light brown eyes. His voice was slightly shaky as he said. “You were the one who helped us repay our father’s debt. You’re our creditor now. Peter and I had borrowed the money from you. We’ll have to return it to you sooner or later.”

Pearl said calmly. “It’s nothing. Don’t take it to heart. Just take your time to pay it back slowly.”

Connor’s attitude was firm “I know you don’t lack money, but it’s only right for us to repay our debts. Without debts, we’ll feel more relaxed. The two of us will be happier after paying off the debts.”

The young man had ambitions. Pearl did not want to discourage him..

She said encouragingly. There’s no hurry to return the money. Your brother is right. You’re still a student now. The most important thing is your studies. Basketball and training are your priorities. As for the restaurant, you only need to come once or twice a month. I’ll help inform the rest about it later.

The clevator door opened. Pearl walked out. Connor followed her and explained carefully. “I didn’t delay my training Going to the restaurant to learn culinary skills helps me to relieve stress. It’s something I enjoy doing. I’m not tired. It’s true”

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Pearl glanced at him. “It doesn’t matter if you’re tired or not. I’ll ask the rest.”

Before Connor could say anything else. Pearl’s phone rang. She gestured for Mason to bring Connor to the car first

Mason patted Connor. The young man was too tall. He wanted to pat his shoulder. However, he could only reach Connor’s arm. There was awkwardness in the air.

Connor was oblivious to Mason’s awkwardness. He turned around to face the latter.

He wanted to ask Mason for help to persuade Pearl. However, Mason knew there was no point. “Ms. Woolery is authoritative. If she decides on something, nothing can change her mind. You’d better be obedient and don’t waste your energ

Connor was at a loss for words.

Pearl had received a call from Tina.

Pearl did not want to answer the call, but she was afraid Connor would plead with her again. She knew she would give in if he looked at her innocently with his doe eyes. She did not want to take the chance. She decided to answer the call

“What is it?”

As soon as the call went through, Tina shouted unhappily on the other end, “My wedding is the day after tomorrow. Where did

you go?

Listening to the unprovoked accusation, Pearl was angry and amused. “What does it have to do with you where I am? Your wedding is not my wedding.”

“Yes, it’s my wedding!

Tina wanted to be clear that she would be the only focal point at the wedding. She said, “But you have to come too! You’re my family. How can you be absent? But don’t think that Manfred can’t forget you. He’s my man now. You can give up.”

“Well, Manfred has never meant anything to me at all.”

It was rare for Pearl to waste time talking to Tina. “Do you want me to go or not? If I go, I’m afraid I’ll ruin your mood.” Tina immediately became alert. “What are you planning to do?”

“I’m not planning to do anything

The sunlight was strong. Pearl was fidgety from the heat.

She said lazily, “I’m afraid that no one will pay attention to the bride once I appear. After all, it’s your wedding. I don’t want to steal the limelight.

Tina felt like she had been stabbed.

Indeed, Pearl had always been the prettiest of them three since she was young. Wherever she appeared, she would become the center of attention. That was also what Tina was most jealous of She always lived in Pearl’s shadow.

Tina was stunned and shouted angrily, “Can’t you dress up a little uglier?”

Pearl clicked her tongue. “That’s a little difficult for me.

She could hear Tina cursing silently.

“Besides, why should I turn up in ugly clothes?

There was a pause

Is it to complement your chubby face or something else?”

Tina was about to shout into the phone again when Pearl said calmly, “Alright, I’m busy now. I’ll go if I have time. I’m hanging up: Belonging © NôvelDram/a.Org.

With that, she hung up the call.

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After teasing Tina, Pearl felt much better.

She got into the car. She needed to rush to the airport.

Behind her car, a black car was also driving towards the airport.

Pearl was settling work matters in the car. Connor sat quietly at the side and did not disturb her. He sighed silently at the sight of her. Pearl was always busy.

It must have been hard for her to support such a big company alone.

The road was uneven. It was easy to feel dizzy whenever Pearl looked at her tablet after the car swayed. She rubbed her eyes. Connor saw her actions and spoke. “Don’t work while sitting in the car. You’ll get carsick easily,

“Ok,” Pearl replied and switched off her tablet.

Peter’s injury and news of his replacement had already become a trending topic online. The comments section was filled with complaints against the sponsor. The sponsor was none other than Pearl.

Pearl glanced at the comments indifferently. She had experienced how fanatical fans could be. Not to mention how vicious keyboard warriors could be. Anything could turn sensational online at any moment. She figured that Gene and the rest would be having a headache.

Connor opened a bottle of mineral water and handed it to her. Seeing her take it and take a sip, he moved his lips and was about to say something when the driver suddenly braked. The car shook violently.

“Be careful!” Connor subconsciously hugged Pearl. He unknowingly slammed his shoulder against the seat.

Connor shielded Pearl as her body leaned forward slightly. Her forehead hit his arm. Most of the water in the bottle spilled on

him.

However, he did not care at all. He looked at her with concern. “Are you alright?”

Pearl shook her head. She raised her head and frowned.

Mason was sitting in the front passenger seat. His head was knocked against the windshield. He was in so much pain that his vision turned black. He covered his head. He was about to scold the driver for his driving when he realized people were surrounding their car. There were many eggs and vegetables on it.

There was a group of people chanting outside. They were from various age groups. Teenagers and women in their fifties and sixties held banners as they chanted for capitalists to return Peter’s role to him.