Mrs Hale, I Surrender
Chapter 317 - 316 The sworn enemy is really beautiful, without a boyfriend (2 updates)

Chapter 317: 316 The sworn enemy is really beautiful, without a boyfriend (2 updates)

Zoe Payne originally just thought Miss Lopez was beautiful, but now that she knew she was her older brother’s junior classmate, she felt even closer and invited her to visit their home, an invitation that was politely declined.

After returning home, she mentioned this to her brother.

Tim Payne rubbed his brow, "I didn’t even think to greet her last time she was here."

He found himself reflecting that it was rather rude.

"Brother, are you very familiar with Miss Lopez?"

"She is quite a bright girl. Unfortunately, she later chose to go into interior design, and since our fields don’t overlap much, plus she went abroad, we’ve had little contact these past years. But we had a good relationship before."

"I was hoping to get her to do some interior design work for our home, would that be okay?"

"Of course, as long as you like her work."

Tim Payne doted on his sister, and his response to her requests was naturally a given.

He added, "I’ll invite her over to our home another day."

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Sussie Lopez accepted the invitation from her senior classmate without hesitation.

She bought quite a few gifts. Juliet Yates, who had previously been ill in Summerland, was meeting her for the first time. She was happy to see how pretty the young girl was and even gave her own son a few extra glances.

Tim Payne saw through his mother’s thinking straight away: "Mom, I think of her as a sister. Don’t get any matchmaking ideas."

"I understand."

With her son’s words in mind, Julia Yates knew what to do, and just led her into the house.

Now that her daughter was found, there were no worries bothering the household.

Besides doing her own design work, Julia Yates naturally started to consider her son’s future.

His work was good, and he was also handsome. He had yet to find a girlfriend, so as a mother, seeing a girl she liked, she would naturally pay extra attention.

Because they were all in design, there were many common topics to discuss.

When William Hale brought Zoe Payne to the Payne Family Mansion, he was surprised to see Miss Lopez there but didn’t show it on his face.

He quietly sent a message to his own uncle:

"I saw your sweetheart."

Finn Hale: "Where?"

"At the Sheng Family Mansion."

...

From the conversation, William Hale learned about the special relationship between Sussie Lopez and Tim Payne.

His uncle was quite something.

To think he was poaching around his family’s nemesis.

Observing the situation, it seemed his own brother-in-law might be completely oblivious.

Yet the fact that his uncle and his rival were enemies was known by everyone outside the circle, not to mention within the design community.

Daring to maneuver between these two, Miss Lopez might seem soft in character, but unexpectedly...

She must have guts.

Otherwise, how would she dare to dump his uncle?

During the meal, Tim Payne mentioned that he wanted her to do interior design.

"As long as Senior Brother doesn’t mind, I have no issues."

"We’ll need to get the renovation plans for the old house from Finn Hale; I’ll get him to give you a copy of the design blueprints."

Sussie Lopez nodded.

Finn Hale...

Why couldn’t she avoid him!

She had originally thought Boss Payne was merely being polite when he brought up the interior design thing, never expecting him to be serious about it. She really didn’t want to work with Finn Hale, but since her own senior brother asked, it would be difficult for her to refuse.

Now all she hoped was that there wouldn’t be any trouble during the work.

However,

as they were eating, the sound of a car approached.

William Hale was serving his wife some food and thought cynically:

The uncle sure arrived fast!

"Who has come?" Mr. Payne asked.

"It seems to be Mr. Hale’s car." The servants of the Payne family referred to Finn Hale in this way.

Sussie Lopez nearly choked.

It was exactly what she feared!

"Why is he coming at this hour?" Tim Payne frowned, for Finn Hale would usually visit during the day.

When he entered the house, the Old Lady quickly asked whether he had already eaten.

"Finn Hale answered, "Not yet, there’s been a bit of an issue with the construction, so I wanted to come and take a look."

"Eat first, we can talk business later," the Old Lady hurriedly had someone add a place setting and an extra chair. "Is there anything that can’t wait until tomorrow?"

"I want to finish before the New Year; I’m concerned about delaying the construction schedule."

"You’re just too serious and responsible," Old Sir Hale couldn’t help but praise him.

Finn Hale’s gaze casually fell upon Sussie Lopez.

Julia Yates then introduced with a smile, "This is Tim’s younger school sister."

A touch of curiosity flashed in Finn’s eyes.

"Oh, it’s Junior President Payne’s..."

"School sister!"

The tone was somewhat playful.

William Hale watched the excitement on the side.

Could it be that his younger uncle had not known before?

Sussie smiled at him, "Mr. Hale, it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’ve long heard of your great reputation."

She wished she could bury her head under the table.

Originally, her "betrayal" was only to learn.

After all, as far as architecture and interior design were concerned, Finn was an unavoidable figure.

Sussie truly had the mindset of learning from the best.

But...

Nobody told her that her senior brother, this archenemy, was indeed quite handsome.

It was hard not to be moved by that face every day.

Sussie wasn’t talkative to begin with, and since Finn had appeared, she became even more silent.

Also in concern of neglecting the guest, Old Mrs. Payne inquired about her family situation during the meal.

"I’m not from Capital City. I came here to study and spent a few years abroad. I’ve just returned to the country to start my career."

"Where do you live?"

"I rented an apartment."

"Living by yourself?"

"Mhm."

Finn was eating, and upon hearing this, his heart stirred slightly.

"It’s important to be safe when you, a young lady, live alone. Since you’re Tim’s school sister, you’re like family. If there’s anything you need help with, feel free to come over to our house for a meal."

"Thank you, Grandma Payne."

"Don’t you have a boyfriend? Don’t you see him often? Is it a long-distance relationship?" Zoe Payne asked curiously.

Upon hearing this, Tim Payne’s gaze sharpened instantly.

He stared intently at his younger school sister.

"Sussie? You’ve got a boyfriend?"

When Tim had met Sussie, he treated her like his own sister and cherished her. Upon hearing that she might be dating someone, he naturally wanted to see who was worthy of his younger school sister.

Finn lowered his gaze, lifting his eyelids only slightly to glance at Sussie.

Playing his part well,

like a mere spectator.

His peripheral vision always landed on Sussie, and at that moment, his heart was in his throat.

William, meanwhile, was closely observing his younger uncle, not wanting to miss even the slightest change in his expression.

It was the first time he saw his younger uncle show such interest in a girl.

How new and interesting!

Sussie dared not lie in front of her own senior brother and replied with a resigned smile, "I don’t have a boyfriend."

"But at the last recognition banquet, didn’t you..." Zoe frowned.

"That was just an excuse to discourage others so they would give up more easily."

With some tenacious suitors, simply saying you’re not interested might lead to them clinging on, hoping time would change your mind. It’s better to find a reason for them to give up early.

Tim raised an eyebrow, "Really?"

"Yes, I’m so busy every day, how could I have time for a relationship?"

Finn didn’t say anything, but the flame in his heart that hadn’t been extinguished suddenly flared up again.

He couldn’t help the slight smirk tugging at his lips.

If she didn’t have a boyfriend, then the shoes at the door were probably meant to signal to certain people that a man was at home, preventing those with ulterior motives from following her inside.

He had been fooled, not thinking it through at the time.

William chuckled lightly:

His younger uncle’s expression seemed quite delighted.

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