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Chapter 1299
lan promptly moved to a corner and dialed Fitch.
“Look into Zoey’s stepdad, see what dirt you can dig up, and put him behind bars.”
Fitch’s voice was indifferent, a cigarette lazily between his fingers.
“Why the sudden interest in her family drama?”
“Her mom had the audacity to insult Maja
Fitch paused for a few seconds, then chuckled, “Alright, I’m on it
Little did they know, Zoey’s stepfather had a pretty extensive rap sheet. He used to be a school security guard, but
was reported by parents for inappropriate behavior towards children
Despite the severity of his actions the school, in an attempt to protect its reputation, swept the matter under the
rug. The man was still working as a security guard
He wasn’t making much money, and together with Belinda, they were living off Zoey’s earnings
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtFitch’s eyes turned cold. He reported the matter and within an hour, the hefty man was taken away
But Belinda was still oblivious. She was now guarded by two bodyguards and seemed to have finally grasped that
lan was not someone to be trifled with
Meanwhile, in the office. Maja had taken a seat.
“Zoey, what is going on? How did you get those bruises?
She was aware of Zoey’s past with Murray Knowing Zoey’s personality, she wouldn’t have found a new boyfriend so
quickly
Zoey stood silent in front of her, tears streaming down her face.
Maja, unable to see, assumed she was just keeping quiet
“What your mom said? Was if true?”
No. Ms. Pennyfeather, I was just attracted to a man’s looks and maintained a long–term intimate relationship with
him. I apologize, this is my personal issue I didn’t manage it well, and my mom found out She thought I was selling
myself.”
Maja didn’t want to meddle in Zoey’s private life But Zoey’s attitude towards Belinda was intriguing
Zoey, I’m not going to judge you for your relationship with that man As long as you’re not entangled with a married
man, that’s your business. But don’t you think you’re being too gentle with your mom? She’s speaking to you in a
very harsh manner, not at all like how a mother should speak to her daughter”
Zoey fell silent again, her head lowering as though she had been robbed of her voice
“Zoey”
After a while, Zoey managed to croak out. “Ms Pennyfeather, I just wanted to make sure that I was still loved, that
someone still cared for me. Otherwise, I really don’t know what I’m living for After work each day, I feel so lonely.
The world is so big, and I feel so small. I hope there’s something to hold onto, preferably familial love, because
that’s what I desire the most Even if it’s as thin as a spider web, I still hold onto it carefully, not wanting it to break
Maja felt a sting in her heart. She understood this feeling, but Zoey’s situation seemed more severe than hers
“Ms Pennyfeather, every time I send money home and hear my mother’s perfunctory words, I feel comforted I
convince myself that she loves me in her own way, that she just loves her man more Especially after ending my
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmseven–year relationship with Murray, I was exhausted, feeling as if I had been hollowed out. I felt the need for
familial love even more ”
As Zoey’s voice got weaker, she added. ‘I know you can’t understand, and I also despise myself for this
She never talked about the changes she went through during her seven years with Murray
“When my parents divorced, I thought my dad would miss me But he told me that if it weren’t for my mom, he
wouldn’t have let me be born. He wanted a son instead Before he said those words. I always thought he was a good
father who gave me warmth But it turned out even his love was fake”
Zoey didn’t want to talk anymore, tears streaming down her face
She was glad Maja couldn’t see her quickly wiping her tears with her sleeve.
Til hand in my resignation this afternoon. I’ll handle the issue with my mom and won’t bother the company
anymore”
“And how do you plan to handle it?”
Majas voice was calm, her eyebrows furrowed in concern.
“I’ll get you a therapist to gradually wean you off your mother. If you need something to hold onto, why not invest
your emotions in Star Movie Group?”
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