Remarried Wife: She will Remarry, But Another Person-Chapter 169: Pursuing Someone, How Can You Be So Subtle?

Chapter 169: Chapter 169: Pursuing Someone, How Can You Be So Subtle?

He opened the door and got out of the car, entering the house.

As soon as Brooke saw him, she immediately stepped forward to greet him with a gentle smile, "You’re back? Tired?"

Jordan Hawthorne nodded lightly, took off his suit jacket, sat on the sofa, and absentmindedly massaged his legs.

Brooke didn’t notice his discomfort, her gaze merely swept around him.

Then, a faint disappointment emerged.

Today was Valentine’s Day. She had reminded and urged him repeatedly, hoping he would bring her flowers and gifts when he returned.

But he came back empty-handed!

After all, this was their first Valentine’s Day together. How could he be so indifferent?

Brooke felt a bit aggrieved but held back, saying, "Are you hungry? Would you like something to eat? I made steak and opened a bottle of aged red wine. With so many bad things happening lately, it’s rare to have a holiday to relax a bit!"

Her words carried a slight hint.

It would have been better if she hadn’t spoken; as soon as she did, Jordan furrowed his brow even more.

Couldn’t she see that his leg was uncomfortable?

Besides, after just coming back from social obligations, was steak and red wine really appropriate?

At that moment, Jordan couldn’t help but think of Sabrina, who was troubling him.

If it were that woman, she would never be like this.

She would always be the first to notice his discomfort. Every time after social events, she would usually prepare some sober-up tea, warm soup, and light food to make him comfortable.

Filled with frustration, Jordan’s tone wasn’t good, "I’m not hungry, you eat by yourself. By the way... Last time you said you would help me contact that miracle doctor in the south for my leg, what happened?"

Brooke reacted quickly this time, hurriedly saying, "I contacted him, but that miracle doctor is low-key and temperamental, not easily accepting patients. I’ve sent people to look for him several times, but they were turned away.

However, I will continue to try, Jordan, is your leg uncomfortable?"

"You just realized that?"

Jordan’s tone was laced with dissatisfaction.

Brooke was startled, no longer daring to think about Valentine’s Day gifts, quickly apologizing, "I’m sorry, I overlooked it. So many things have happened lately, I’m all over the place and neglected your health issues.

It’s my fault, don’t be angry, Jordan. I’ll go make you some medicine right away!"

To show her genuine care and wifely virtue, she watched the whole time, even pretending to be scalded in the process.

In the past, Jordan would have been distressed immensely.

But with his old injury flaring up tonight, he didn’t have the energy to care about her clumsy acting, leaving Brooke to perform a solo drama.

That night, after taking the medicine, Jordan returned to his room to rest without looking back.

Brooke was left standing there, an inexplicable sense of desolation filling her heart.

It was also at this moment that someone called her.

Brooke didn’t really want to answer, but the caller was persistent, calling several times in a row.

She frowned and glanced at her phone.

It was an unfamiliar number.

"Who is it?"

She answered impatiently.

The person on the other end seemed to pause for a moment, then said with interest, "Oh? I thought you’d be having a great time today on Valentine’s Day, but it seems not. Has the president of The Hawthorne Group already discovered your true face, my ’dear’ ex-wife?"

When Brooke heard this voice, it felt like she was struck by lightning.

Beyond shock, there was endless fear.

This man... how did he get her contact information?

The caller ID seemed to be from a domestic number.

Did he come to Veridia???

Brooke’s face changed drastically, and she was so scared that she dropped her phone.

...

After leaving the restaurant, Sabrina was sent back to her neighborhood by Jasper Fitzgerald.

As she got out of the car, she said goodbye to the man beside her, "I had a great time today. Thank you, Mr. Fitzgerald, for spending the afternoon with Zara."

Zara chimed in with her little voice, "Thank you, uncle~"

Jasper ruffled her little head, responding, "No need to thank me, as long as you’re happy... Zara starts school tomorrow, right? We’ll schedule another time for the second treatment!"

"Okay."

Sabrina agreed, "Shall we head in now? Be safe on your way back!"

Zara waved her little hand and followed her mommy out of the car.

Before they left, Jasper suddenly said, "Wait a moment."

"Hm?"

Sabrina turned back with confusion, asking, "Is there something else?"

Jasper didn’t answer immediately, instead retrieving a bag from the passenger seat, handing it out, "This was something I asked Nash to buy earlier. Zara gave me two gifts today, and this is in return... also to celebrate her starting school."

Sabrina couldn’t help but laugh, "Why are you spending again? Previously you told me not to stand on ceremony, and now it’s you being so courteous."

"It’s nothing expensive, just some candy. Take it."

Jasper’s voice was warm yet carried an undeniable firmness.

Sabrina had no choice but to accept it.

The bag did contain candy.

However, they were arranged in the shape of a bouquet, adorned with a pink fox plush and ambient lights, exuding a sense of childlike fun.

But... there were two bouquets!

Were they accidentally bought in excess?

Perhaps due to past misunderstandings, Sabrina didn’t dare to overthink this time.

She just smiled, "The ones you gave before haven’t been finished yet, and now there are so many more. I wonder how long it will take to eat these."

Jasper glanced at her with a light laugh, "If Zara can’t finish them, you can help. Low blood sugar, a few pieces a day is not too much!"

After saying this, without waiting for her reaction, he changed the subject, "Go on in, get some rest early!"

Sabrina, unable to quite keep up, simply nodded obediently.

Soon, she took Zara and turned back to her neighborhood...

From the driver’s seat, Nash Spencer watched the mother and daughter’s backs, feeling puzzled.

Why didn’t Dr. Nash show any signs of delight?

Two candy bouquets, one is clearly for her!

Could it be... the gift was too subtle for her to catch on?

Thinking about this possibility, Nash couldn’t help but suggest to Jasper in the back seat, "Perhaps a bouquet of roses and a candy bouquet should have been bought?"

Pursuing someone, keeping it this hidden?

Who would understand that?

Jasper looked at him with a half-smile, "You think you know better? Just focus on driving!"

Nash, "..."

His suggestion was obviously good, why wasn’t it heeded?!

With things this way, when will he ever get a girlfriend?

Exasperated but unable to say more, Nash awkwardly withdrew his gaze.

But at that moment, he suddenly noticed something outside...

Originally planning to enter the neighborhood, Sabrina was now approached by a figure ahead.

The man seemed to be waiting specifically for her.

Wearing an expensive hand-tailored suit, exuding charm and elegance, holding a bunch of roses that totally mismatched his refined demeanor...

He looked like he was about to confess!

"Sir, that’s Josee Sheffield!"

Nash’s eyes returned to the road, eagerly informing Jasper in the back seat.