Divorced The True Heiress Gets It All novel Chapter 724

Chapter 724

Tessa stayed composed, like she’d already expected that answer. “Ms. Saxon, no pressure. If you ever change your mind, the State Security Bureau will always welcome you.”

The whole room went into an uproar. “She seriously turned it down?”

“She just walked away from the State Security Bureau? People would do anything to get in there.”

“She’s nuts. That was a personal offer from Tessa herself.”

Even Amanda couldn’t hold back. She stepped forward and said, “Are you sure? The Bureau only picks one person a year. The odds are like one in ten thousand.” She added, “Maybe just think it over a little more?”

But Aria didn’t hesitate. She knew exactly the kind of life she wanted. “If I can live well without grinding myself down, why would I go out of my way to make life harder?”

She was fine with how things were. If most people had a choice, they’d pick a comfy, easy life too. Aria just happened to be one of the lucky few who actually could.

Amanda thought about it for a second and realized it made sense. Aria looked serious and said, “Thanks, Tessa. But the Bureau’s not where my heart is.”

Caleb chimed in, “Tessa, my sister teaches at Mandino University. She’s not planning on leaving Mandino City anytime soon. And let’s be honest, she’s not the kind of person who thrives under a bunch of rules.”

Tessa gave a small smile. “That’s not a dealbreaker. We can make adjustments. If she joins, she could just come in during summer or winter breaks. And the rules? She wouldn’t need to follow them like the others.”

Owen stepped in quietly. “Tessa, you just invited Aria, and Mr. Stroud already flipped. If she joins and skips all the rules, people are going to be all over it.”

No testing. No structure. Of course, people would talk. Tessa paused, realizing it. “Guess I made it sound a little too easy.” She turned to Lexie with a smile. “Mrs. Fletcher, why don’t we cut the cake?”

Adamson nodded and waved for the staff to bring out the massive eight-layer cake. People gradually turned their attention back to the party, though the whispering didn’t stop.

One guest strolled over to the Saxon family and said with a sarcastic smile, “Mr. Saxon, who would’ve thought your daughter would be such a big deal? Even the Bureau wants her. But her future success would have nothing to do with you anymore.”

Logan caught the shade in that comment, but he didn’t get mad. He just said calmly, “She has every right to walk away. We let her down, not the other way around.”

Lexie kept sneaking glances at Aria throughout the evening. Eventually, she let out a long sigh. Adamson couldn’t take it anymore. “Mom, that’s your fifth sigh. What’s going on? You’re that upset?”

Lexie replied, “Honestly? Yeah. There goes another chance at having a daughter-in-law.”

Norah followed her mom’s gaze, and it all clicked. She looked over at Aria and said, “Wait, Mom, were you hoping to match Aria with Fryderyk?”

Gloria, who overheard, paused mid-drink. “Wait, what? Aria and Fryderyk? That’s not appropriate, is it?”

Lexie looked right at her. “And why not?”

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Chapter 724

Gloria answered, “Because Aria’s my niece. Fryderyk is my brother’s son.”

Lexie said. “There’s no blood relation, so there’s nothing wrong with it.”

But by then, it wasn’t really about what was right or wrong anymore. Aria was already taken. Lexie looked over at Owen and saw him looking at Aria with kindness. Then she turned her gaze to Fryderyk.

Fryderyk sat up straight, showing no emotion, like a statue. He didn’t stand a chance. Gloria noticed her mother-in-law’s serious expression and realized she meant it.

Fryderyk had grown up under her watch, and she trusted his character. Norah and her husband were easygoing, so any girl marrying Fryderyk wouldn’t get mistreated. It was just a shame.

Susan overheard and sarcastically said, “Well, they’re not married yet. Let Fryderyk go chase after someone else.”

Lexie’s eyes brightened as she looked at Susan. “How come I never thought of that? You had a smart idea for once.” Susan was speechless.

Gloria and Norah exchanged looks. Norah sighed and said, “Mom, that would be like making Fryderyk the other man. That’s not right.”

Tina, who had just gotten off the plane, heard this and asked, “Make who the other man?”

Seeing her daughter, Gloria smiled. “Tina, you’re here. Aren’t you leaving early tomorrow?”

Tina linked arms with Lexie. “I just made it for the end of the birthday party. Happy birthday, Grandma, wishing you many more years.”

Lennox walked up holding his sister’s hand. “Tina, long time no see. You look even prettier.”

Tina smiled back. “Thanks, Lennox. Heard you won an award. Congrats.”

Lennox had already posted his award photo in the family group chat. Even though she didn’t talk much, Tina always checked the group when she had time.

“Thanks, Tina, Derek…” Lennox began to say, wanting to mention that Derek also competed and probably did well, but he stopped himself and looked to the side. “Derek and Aria are over there.”

Tina said, “That brat. Why isn’t he with Grandma? What’s he doing over there?”

Avery looked up and said, “I want to go play with Derek, too.”

Susan frowned. “There are too many people over there. Stay here with your brother.”

Lexie gave Susan a sharp look. “If Avery wants to go, let her.”

Lennox smiled. “I’ll take Avery over there.” Susan reluctantly nodded.

Lennox led his sister toward the crowd, but suddenly his hand slipped. “Avery?”

Avery suddenly started shaking all over. Her lips turned blue. “Lennox, I’m freezing.” She curled up into a ball, her teeth chattering with a rattling sound.

Lennox crouched down, grabbed her hand, and his face went pale. “How is she this cold?” Before he could say more, Avery collapsed and began convulsing violently. “Avery!”

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