Chapter 390
Chapter 390
“Grandpa, I might need to accompany Simon for some time to investigate the reason behind his mother’s death.
“After we resolve this matter, I will come back and take over as the head of the family, alright?” Marina stated firmly.
Chuck moved her lips, trying to say something, but when he saw the determined look in Marina’s eyes, he could only hold back his words.
He muttered. “Go ahead, then.”
“Grandpa, grab some rest and wait for me to return!” Marina intoned, uttering each word with determination.
“Mm” Chuck nodded slowly.
As soon as the door closed, Chuck couldn’t hold back his emotions any longer.
Emotions, which he had been refraining from, overflowed from his eyes.
There was worry and sadness, but most of all, it was heartache.
Chuck’s sight slowly rested on the drawer at the side.
Then, he slowly opened it and took out another photo album, the one Marina had given him earlier.
The first page displayed a beautiful woman.
It was Marina’s grandmother.
“Luna, our granddaughter has found the one she wants to spend the rest of her life with.
“But that girl can’t overcome the hurdles she set for herself.
“There are so many people in the family to deal with it. She needn’t burden herself with those responsibilities.
“But that girl is too stubborn. No matter what I say, she can’t be persuaded.
“Do you think there’s any way to make her give up?”
The study room was exceptionally quiet, and only Chuck’s low voice could be heard.
Meanwhile, Marina had already returned to her room.
The moment she opened the door, she saw Simon sitting on the sofa, looking at his phone.
Hearing the commotion, Simon immediately raised his head and looked over.
When his gaze landed on Marina, a gentle smile appeared on his face.
“I’m back.” Simon put down his phone.
“Okay,” Marina replied.
However, he did not seem to be in a good mood.
“What’s wrong? Is grandpa okay?” Simon keenly noticed the change in her mood and he immediately went forward to ask.
Looking at Simon in front of her, Marina’s eyes quavered violently.
She had a lot to say.
However, when she was about to speak, she did not know where to start.
“Simon, I…” Marina wanted to tell him what was on her mind.
But when she opened her mouth, she found herself unable to utter another word.
Simon noticed her helplessness and gently pulled her into his arms.
“If y
you
haven’t thought about it, don’t rush to tell me. We have plenty of time. Tell me when you’ve made up your mind.” Simon’s voice was as gentle as a warm spring breeze.
It made Marina’s heart warm and reassured.
“Simon, let me go with you to find the cause of your mother’s death,” Marina said abruptly.”
“After I solve the mystery of your mother’s death, I’ll tell you about myself, okay?” she added.
“Alright,” Simon replied in a low voice.
The next morning, as the sun began to rise, Marina gently patted Simon, who was lying beside her.
They had a restless night, fighting an intense battle before finally falling asleep.
Chapter 390
Simon let out a sleepy groan.
Subconsciously, he tried to draw her closer, but she stopped him.
“Simon, wake up. We need to set off, she whispered.
Confused, Simon slowly opened his eyes. “Set off? What do you mean?” he mumbled.
“Don’t you remember? I promised to accompany you in finding out the truth about your mother’s death. We should get going. Marina said, switching on the lights in the room.
The sudden brightness made Simon squint and he shielded his eyes before adjusting to the light.
He checked the time; it was only five o’clock in the morning.
“Marina, isn’t it a bit too early?” Simon’s voice was still husky from sleep.
“Not at all. Hurry up and get up. Our family gets up especially early. They’ll all be up later. Then we won’t be able to leave.”
After Marina put on her clothes, she picked up Simon’s clothes from the ground and threw them to him.
“What do you mean? Why can’t I leave?” Because he had just woken up, Simon was still in a daze.
“It’s no time for an explanation. Just get up quickly.” Saying that, Marina forcefully pulled Simon Hernandez out of bed.
Though still a bit confused, Simon followed Marina’s lead as they washed up and got ready.
Quietly, they slipped out of the house through the back door and hopped into the car, leaving the family behind.
As the sun slowly climbed higher in the sky, Simon finally felt fully awake.
Only then did Simon realize what was happening.
Turning to Marina, he was about to say something when suddenly a cellphone started ringing.
Simon glanced at it. It was Marina’s phone.
“Let me answer it for you,” Simon said, reaching for her phone.
After all, it was not convenient for Marina to answer the phone while driving.
But Marian immediately stopped him.
“No, don’t. Just ignore it.” Marina interjected.
But it was too late, and the call had already been answered.
On the other end of the line, a barrage of angry voices came.
“Marina, where have you been all morning?”
“Where did you take the man?” another voice echoed.
“Bring him back now. If you have the guts to stay at my house, don’t you have the guts to face us?” It was still another voice.
“Tll give you half an hour. Bring her back immediately. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being merciless!”
Voices came one after another on the phone.
It was very noisy. It was obvious that there was a group of people on the other end of the phone.
Marina quickly hung up and turned off her phone, trying to regain control of the situation.
Time instantly fell silent.
Simon was still trying to process what had just happened.
“What was that all about?” he asked, looking at Marina with confusion.
Marina sighed and began to explain. “You see, my family didn’t initially object our relationship when we got engaged.
They were just taken aback by the suddenness of it all. And my grandfather agreed too, so they literally had no chance to object.
“But with time, perhaps they have come around. They’re not quite ready to accept us yet.
“If we stay, they’ll pester us endlessly. So, it’s better to give them some space and time to think.
“They’ll probably torture you until you got nothing left, so we have to get out while they’re still up.”
Simon nodded, understanding the situation better now,
He looked down at the cellphone put aside by Marian and swallowed silently.
