After Rebirth, I Replaced My Ex-Husband's True Love-Chapter 119: Azure Says She Doesn’t Want to Rely Completely on Henry Preston

Chapter 119: Chapter 119: Azure Says She Doesn’t Want to Rely Completely on Henry Preston

"Yes, he refused." I didn’t feel like I was in the wrong.

Fern stopped talking. For the next few days, she rarely engaged with me, treating me like air outside necessary work conversations.

Fortunately, she was professional and still performed her work diligently. After successfully signing the contract, we headed back to Xylos. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

Sherman Hathaway praised Fern and me greatly, but I couldn’t shake off the feeling of discomfort at the thought of continuing to work with Fern.

However, without any obvious conflict, I wouldn’t initiate a confrontation.

"Zoe, take this document to the Marketing Department. The company is planning to try online live streaming marketing. Coordinate with the Marketing Department for synchronous launches both domestically and internationally," Sherman Hathaway handed me a document.

I nodded and took the document to the Marketing Department.

As soon as I arrived, I saw several beautiful young girls with exquisite makeup. After asking a colleague, I learned they were online broadcasters hired by the department.

The company focuses on cosmetic production, with its own brand and sales channels. With nearly a hundred counters in Xylos, Sherman Hathaway is looking to expand online.

This is the primary goal of the subsidiary.

After I handed the document to the Marketing Manager, I prepared to leave but unexpectedly saw a familiar figure.

Azure Vaughn wore a chic suit, her once sleek black hair now in wavy curls, adding a touch of femininity. Her makeup was lighter compared to other girls, but her skin was fair and features delicate, like a water lily’s beauty.

She also saw me and looked somewhat surprised for a moment.

"Miss Hathaway." Azure approached and greeted me softly.

"What are you doing here?" I felt it was absurd, even wondering if she was investigating me and getting close deliberately.

"I saw this company was hiring music broadcasters, and I’m a music major, so I thought I’d give it a try. Earning some living expenses while studying abroad wouldn’t hurt," Azure bit her lip, looking at me with wet eyes.

The company seemingly wanted to hire talented broadcasters, then find ways to accumulate fans before starting to sell products, a popular model back home.

I smiled slightly, "You’re quite ambitious. Has Henry Preston gone bankrupt? Do you need to strive so hard?"

Speaking of Henry Preston, Azure’s expression changed subtly, and her eyes flickered, "I don’t want him to feel like I rely on him for everything. He helped me a lot with the study abroad thing, but I can’t rely on him for living expenses too."

"No need to save him that little money," I genuinely felt for Azure’s naive mindset, thinking saving a man some money could prove she sincerely wanted to live with him.

Since you’ve tried so hard to stand beside Henry Preston, can’t you be a bit more generous?

Azure lowered her head.

"You should look at his past news more. Giving houses and cars is basic for him, and the money you save shouldn’t end up spent on other women," I said in a seasoned tone, patted Azure’s shoulder, and left without turning back.

What Azure thought of my words, I couldn’t care less.

After a busy day, finally, it was time to get off work. Hungry, I drove to head back. At the company entrance, I saw Azure getting on an electric scooter.

The one driving the scooter was her friend, Joy Lawson.

Friends studying abroad together, working hard in their studies while living simple yet happy lives. The two rode the scooter, the evening breeze lifting their hair tips, smiles playing on their lips—a scene full of youthful beauty.

Suppressing my hunger, I snapped a photo and sent it to Ivan Underwood without a word.

He replied soon: What do you mean?

I didn’t stop the car. After getting home, I quickly ordered take-out and replied to Ivan: Henry Preston sent her abroad to study. You’re one step behind and can’t help it, but didn’t you notice Azure doesn’t have a car?

This is your chance to shine!

Ivan: ... Go tell Henry Preston, it has nothing to do with me.

As I lay on the sofa, looking at Ivan’s reply, I felt something wasn’t right. Is he still crazy about Azure or not?

Three minutes later, a call from Henry Preston startled me.

When I answered, his ominous voice came through, "You saw Azure?"

"Yeah, she’s working part-time as a broadcaster!" I said sarcastically. "Henry Preston, you really like the type who fights hard to blossom in the dust, right? Ah, the resilient white flower, give her a home."

"Zoe Hathaway, speak properly!" Henry was indeed angered.

"You called me," I responded irritably. "Instead of wasting words with me, can you buy your white flower a car? I’m afraid if I run into her in the rain one day, I won’t know whether to give her a ride or not!"

Henry was so angry he didn’t speak for a while, finally throwing down a single "Alright, right away!"

After hanging up, I huffed, quickly opening WeChat to bombard Ivan: Are you stupid, Ivan?! How many opportunities have I given you, and have you seized even one? So much for bravely going after her. Do you even understand a woman’s heart? I swear, if you report me to Henry again, I’ll fly back and yell at you at your hospital!

Ivan was typing for a while, then three words popped up: I’ll wait for you.

Suddenly, I felt he deserved to lose in a past life. If I were Azure, I’d choose Henry Preston too.

As I quietly contemplated, the doorbell rang.

I glanced through the peephole and was genuinely startled by who was outside the door.

Why is Dylan Dawson here?!

I had no choice but to open the door, "Dylan, what are you..."

"I came back for work, Crystal gave me your address, and insisted I bring you wedding candies. She didn’t have time to give them to you on the wedding day," Dylan said, lifting the beautifully packaged box with a smile.

Crystal, still restless even when pregnant with such severe morning sickness, yet she has the energy to worry about me and her brother...

I couldn’t turn him away, so I said, "Thanks a lot. Come in and have a seat."

Dylan looked apologetic, "Am I interrupting you?"

"No, no, come in and sit down!" How could I say he was disturbing me? I understood Dylan’s thoughts, but he never crossed any boundaries, so I couldn’t speak too harshly.

My phone lit up with a message from Crystal: Zoe, my brother sold all his properties from previous time in Xylos. This time he needs a temporary place. Let him stay with you for a few days, or I’ll cry for you ~

I laughed out of exasperation: A single man living with a single woman?!

Crystal: Don’t you have a two-bedroom apartment? Don’t worry. My brother won’t stay for free. He’ll do all the cooking and laundry, and once he finds a place, he’ll move out immediately!