Chapter 38
“Jeanne’s mom is a business prodigy. She helped the Lawrences develop when the Lawrences were on the brink of crisis. The Lawrences maintained as one of the twelve great families because of her ability. However, she was also too capable. Although Jeanne’s mom didn’t have any shares, the Lawrence Enterprise was still under her control. Your dad didn’t have any say in the company. Not only that, but Jeanne’s mother didn’t give face to him on many occasions. Over time, he no longer had any feelings for her. He even started to hate her. Jeanne is very similar to her mother, so your dad doesn’t like her,” Jenifer explained.
“That was because of Eden’s existence,” Jenifer said bluntly, “When Jeanne’s mom passed away that year, at the funeral, Jeanne and Eden got to know each other. Eden said in front of everyone that he wanted to protect Jeanne. Your dad saw that Jeanne had hooked up with the eldest young master of the Swans. He thought that he could use this relationship to interact with the Swans, so of course, he didn’t do anything to Jeanne.”
Jenifer nodded. “So, Jasmine, you must remember that the Lawrences only care about benefits. They’ll favor whoever can bring benefits to them. Right now, I’m really a little worried that your grandfather will see Jeanne’s ability and use her to his advantage. Joshua has been doing nothing in the business industry…”
“Mom, you’re worrying too much. No matter what Jeanne is, she’s still a woman. Don’t you know how much the Lawrences value boys over girls?” Jasmine looked a little proud. “Moreover, I’m about to marry the eldest young master of the Swans. What can compare to the benefits I’ll bring to the Lawrences?!”
“You’re right. The most important thing now is for you to marry Eden without any mistakes. As for that woman, Jeanne…” Jenifer’s eyes narrowed. “Since she didn’t learn her lesson seven years ago, I will let her understand the consequences of provoking me now!”
“I’m a little confused. When we became members of the Lawrences that year, I didn’t see how much Dad hated Jeanne.” Jasmine recalled. “At that time, Jeanne’s mother had passed away. Why did Dad still treat Jeanne well? He even tolerated her temper many times.”
Jasmine could not hold it in any longer. She could not take it anymore and shouted, “What’s so great about Jeanne? What right does she have to be so arrogant in front of Grandpa and Dad? What right does she have to be so fierce to me?!”
“What’s so great about her?! It’s just that she was lucky and that the Lockes happen to be going bankrupt. Otherwise, she would’ve been beaten to death!” Jasmine said fiercely as if she did not care about Jeanne at all.
“D*mn, I was just trying to call you. If I can’t get through, I plan to get a new SIM card and a phone for you. Who knew, the call got through.” The person on the other end was a little agitated.
“I see. No wonder when Jeanne fell out with Eden back then, Dad hit her like that. He probably wanted to vent all the grievances he had suffered from her mom.”
“Serves them right!” Monica cursed angrily. “The Lockes raised such a son and have such a disgusting mother. They should’ve been punished long ago!”
Why should she have a man in her life? Having a son was enough. Once her son grew up, he would bring her a daughter-in-law. It would be perfect!
“Anyway, Dad doesn’t like her. Seven years ago, Dad was able to hit her so hard and even chased her out of the house. What can she do now?!”
“What are you thinking about?!” Monica was being a little exaggerated. “Why would I quarrel with him? We don’t even speak much in a day.”
Monica was silent for two seconds before her tone returned to normal. “Nothing. I just wanted to tell you that the Lockes are finished.”
“Monica, what are you standing there for? Get in the car. We’re going to the hospital now.” Monica’s father, Gary Cardellini, urged.
