Goodbye My Arrogant Ex (Marguerite and Leonard) novel Chapter 143

Marguerite spoke with unwavering determination.

They arrived at her house soon after. Knowing her daughter was coming home, Mrs. Taylor had gone all out with dinner that night—the dining table was overflowing with delicious dishes.

Hogan Taylor had cleared his schedule just to be there. He’d pushed aside all his work, eager to share a family meal with his sister.

Sometimes Leonard couldn’t help but envy their family. Despite all the rough patches they’d been through, their hearts were always united. They loved each other deeply, and it showed in everything they did.

Leonard himself had grown up in a household ruled by conflict, where everyone was always scheming for their own advantage. Family ties meant little when personal gain was at stake.

His mother had always treated him well, fighting for what he deserved. Though she never worked at the company, she’d carried a heavy burden over the years. She handled everything with a calm and decisive grace, never letting things spiral out of control. In many ways, her personality mirrored that of Leonard’s grandmother—both strong-willed, independent women who never backed down from a challenge.

His grandmother had been widowed early, left to raise two sons on her own while striving to build a better life for them. She wanted nothing more than to see her boys succeed.

But neither his father nor Uncle Aaron had lived up to her hopes. They relied on their mother for everything, each preoccupied with his own affairs. At least Aaron managed to care for his family, loving his wife and son sincerely.

Once Leonard took over the company, his mother finally let go of many burdens. For the first time in years, she seemed genuinely happy, and Leonard supported her in everything. He knew better than anyone how much she’d sacrificed.

So sitting here tonight, watching the Taylors gather around the table—just a family sharing a simple, joyful meal—filled Leonard with both envy and warmth. He realized that from now on, he’d be part of this loving family, welcomed as one of their own, and best of all, he’d get to be with the woman he loved.

Marguerite was his salvation. Whenever life threw obstacles in his path, it was thoughts of her that kept him going. He’d always wanted to bring her into his life, to keep her close and safe.

Even back when she was with Benjamin, Leonard had kept a quiet eye on her, never giving up hope. He never wanted to interfere or cause her trouble, but he was always there—watching over her from afar, waiting for the right moment.