Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife

Chapter 939:

“Aurora, have they announced the results yet?”

She nodded in response. “740.”

Molly gave Lucas a playful kick under the table. “And what’s the perfect score?”

“750 marks the perfect score limit.” Silence enveloped the room.

Molly gazed at Aurora with the awe typically reserved for a celebrity. Joelle gave Adrian a sharp pinch, causing him to clench his fork until his knuckles turned white. This was reality, not a dream.

Overflowing with excitement, Joelle sprang to her feet. “I need to share this wonderful news with your aunt!”

Adrian chimed in, “Sweetheart, what reward would you like? Perhaps your own private jet?”

Aurora took her seat and began her breakfast.

Knowing her own score beforehand, her reaction was muted compared to their enthusiasm.

Upon the release of the results, a tinge of regret had washed over Aurora. Dunn had outscored everyone with 743 points before. Although she had performed remarkably well, she hadn’t surpassed him.

As the family engaged in conversation, a sudden crash echoed through the room, heralding the beginning of an unforgettable day.

“Mom!”

They all converged around Joelle, who was bracing herself against the table, her hand clutching the phone, shaking violently.

The source of the noise was a vase, now shattered on the floor.

Yet, Joelle seemed oblivious to the debris, her voice trembling as she asked, “What did you say?”

Adrian grasped the phone and activated the speaker mode.

The voice emanating from it was crisp and businesslike.

gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝗰𝗈𝗺 – 𝒶𝒸𝒸𝑒𝓈𝓈 𝒽𝑒𝓇𝑒

“Mr. Wade Potter has passed away. In his will, he expressed his desire for you and your husband to continue caring for Ryland Potter.”

Joelle’s grip on Adrian’s hand tightened, her tears cascading freely. “Is Ryland okay now?”

“He’s sustained some injuries,” the voice replied somberly.noveldrama

The mere mention of harm to Ryland sent a sharp pang through Joelle’s heart.

The caller added, “He’s presently recuperating in the hospital. Furthermore, his cooperation is needed for an ongoing investigation. Unless a reliable party vouches for him, the local authorities will detain him.”

Leaning on Adrian for support, Joelle’s breaths came ragged. “I’ll stand for him. I’m ready to vouch now! Where is he?”

Once she had the address, Joelle turned around to gather her belongings.

Adrian was set to join her, his resolve unwavering.

This matter had burdened her heart for over a decade. “Stay here, everyone. We’ll return shortly.”

“Dad, I’m coming too,” Aurora declared.

Rising beside her, Molly chimed in, “Dad, I want to help bring Ryland back!”

Lucas gave her a profound look.

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