Chapter 860
The Pollard family held significant sway overseas, and it took Colby years to finally overshadow the White family, securing a foothold abroad. However, the Pollard family’s century–long dominance abroad was unshakable.
Colby feared that if they targeted Sophie, he’d be powerless to protect her.
“Come on, don’t be silly,” Sophie said, taking Colby’s hand. “I won’t be a burden. You do what you need to do. I can’t promise to clear every obstacle, but I can assure you that I’ll stay safe. You won’t have to worry about me.”
Colby’s frown eased. How could he forget? His wife was Devonport’s youngest female entrepreneur, who in just a year had managed to stand toe–to–toe with the Burke family. She not only brought down Ricardo but also had Odie dancing in the palm of her hand.
If the Pollard family set their sights on Sophie, they’d likely regret it.
“My wife is so formidable; I had nothing to worry about. I should be worried for the Pollard family. They’ll have a rough time if they mess with you.”
Sophie pretended to be annoyed. “I’m trying to comfort you, and you’re making fun of me?”
“I’m just saying I believe in you.” Colby drove with one hand, keeping his eyes on the road. He reached out to stroke Sophie’s head. “Once we’ve settled things abroad, we’ll go back, get our marriage license, and I’ll give you the grandest wedding ever. The whole world will know that you are my wife. And anyone who messes with you will have to deal with me.”
Sophie blushed, smiling at his words, but when she heard his last remark, she swatted his hand away. “Why is your nand always on fighting? When we get back, you better be a law–abiding citizen of Devonport, got it?”
“Alright, alright, I hear you,” Colby said, doting on her. “I’ll do whatever my commands.”
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Sophie smiled, but her attention was suddenly caught by a car outside the window. The face in that car seemed familiar, and she took a few more glances in the rearview mirror.
“What’s up?” Colby asked.
“The person inside the car that just passed us looked familiar,” Sophie replied.
Colby glanced at the rearview mirror. Though he only saw the back of the car, he could tell it was heading towards the Pollard residence.
“You must be mistaken,” Colby said, his tone softening. “It’s dark outside. Don’t overthink it; let’s go back and rest.”
Sophie thought she might have been mistaken. But the figure she saw resembled James
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so much.
Did Bea travel all this way because James also left the Burke family to come abroad?
Meanwhile, at the Pollard residence, Caelum sat in his study, examining documents. Angelo, lounging on a sofa, was playing with a model globe.
Caelum glanced at Angelo with increasing irritation. “Either put the globe down or get out. Aren’t you a bother?”
“Dad, I’m bored,” Angelo complained. “You handle all the company’s affairs, and I’m just for show. Now, everyone fears me, calling me ruthless and merciless, accusing me of ousting several relatives and even annihilating a family. Look, I’m carrying all the blame for you, and now I can’t even find a girlfriend. No girlfriend, no job, what’s wrong with playing with a globe for a bit?”