Go After My Ex-wife
Chapter 1217 Destined to Let Him Down

Raeleigh had not intended to go, but Lamarre succeeded in persuading her. When they arrived at the restaurant, she sat right next to Lamarre; she was his apprentice, after all. Besides, he adored her because of her talent.

Lamarre knew that something must have happened between Jepherson and Raeleigh. Despite being an old nut, he knew a thing or two about young love.

As soon as Raeleigh sat down, the two began to engage in conversation. The only person she was close to in the company was Lamarre. Their topics always revolved around car designs. No one would nor could chime in.

When all the dishes were served, Jepherson handed Raeleigh some utensils before pouring some juice into her glass. He then poured a glass of wine and handed it to Lamarre. Jepherson wasn't planning to drink that day, but he poured a glass of wine for himself anyway.

Once the food was served, Jepherson picked up his glass and took a sip of wine. He sat on the other side of Raeleigh. The only person who dared to talk to Jepherson was Lamarre. The others were afraid of him. They did not even dare to breathe.

Raeleigh ate quietly. Halfway through the meal, she excused herself from the table to make a phone call to Xanthus to inform him that she would not be coming home for dinner.

Xanthus was waiting for Raeleigh at home, and when he realised that she was not home yet, he immediately knew that she was most probably not going to come home for dinner. However, he still waited for her to call home to inform him.

It was normal for a brother to worry about his sister. Although he knew what she was going to say, he still wanted to hear her say it.

When Xanthus finally received her call, he reminded her to be careful and not to imbibe any alcohol. Before he hung up the phone, he asked her for her location, in case she got lost.

After hanging up, Raeleigh emerged from the toilet cubicle only to find Jepherson standing by the entrance. Stunned, she asked, "How in the world did you get in?"

"What do you mean how did I get in?" Jepherson was amused by her question as he looked towards the door where Stuart was standing. The effects of the alcohol started to kick in. He then pulled her into the cubicle and lowered his head to kiss her, which she refused.

Raeleigh tried to push him away but to no avail. Jepherson held her and said in a slurred voice, "I'm all worn out. I want to go home and rest."

Raeleigh did not answer. She raised her eyes slowly. What could be more ironic than the two of them in life? Their love for each other were reciprocated, yet they wanted each other dead.

Jepherson hugged her for a while before finally letting her go. Raeleigh immediately stumbled towards the door and left without looking back.

Jepherson slowly turned around and watched as she vanished from the restroom. He knew that there was a knot in her heart, and for that alone, she would never forgive him.

After relieving himself, Jepherson stood in front of the mirror for a while. He washed his hands and exited the restroom in search of Raeleigh. Meanwhile, Raeleigh was gaping at a young man before her. He was holding a glass of red wine, harassing her into drinking some.

Jepherson's expression suddenly darkened. Raeleigh obviously knew the man was drunk. She was aware that alcohol could make a person feel stronger and more fTristaness.

Raeleigh repeatedly refused the offer to drink, but the man was having none of it. He held out the glass for her and waited for her to chug it.

Raeleigh was a little agitated, but she did not want to make a scene.

Lamarre had gone out to answer a phone call.

She had no idea whether he had already left or if he was still talking on the phone. She had wanted to check on him, but was stopped by this interloper.

Raeleigh looked at him and squeezed out a wry smile. Jepherson had left his seat for a few minutes, and almost everyone was drunk.

For some people, their rationality was compromised once drunk.

And one of those people was this man in front of Raeleigh.

Jepherson strode over to Raeleigh. When the man saw Jepherson, he immediately trembled with fear and retreated.

The people around them all lowered their heads. Jepherson dragged Raeleigh up to her feet and glanced at the half sober man. He declared through gritted teeth, "From tomorrow onwards, you don't have to come to work anymore!"

After saying that, he grabbed Raeleigh by the waist and walked toward the door.

Raeleigh did not know what to do. In the end, she chose to compromise.

As soon as they stepped out from the restaurant, Raeleigh immediately shook herself out of Jepherson's embrace and stood aside. Emptied of a Raeleigh-shaped figure, he looked over at her. Although he was somewhat unhappy, he did not yell.

However, his face remained somewhat serious as he said, "You're not allowed to leave my embrace in the future."

Raeleigh froze for a moment. She could hear the pain in Jepherson's voice.

Jepherson immediately bent down and got into the car. After he got in, he patted the seat next to him and said, "C'mon, hop in."

Raeleigh looked around and realised that there weren't any cars around because it was already quite late at night. She had no choice but to enter his car.

She bent down and got into the car, still keeping her distance from him.

Jepherson's gaze fell on Raeleigh. Then, he closed his eyes and leaned back in his seat. The street lights mottled his face as the car navigated through the streets. Raeleigh observed him, but only from the window's reflection.

He was exhausted. She could tell by his heavy breathing.

When the car finally stopped, Raeleigh realised that they were at the Harvey Group Manor.

Stuart opened the door and invited Raeleigh to get out of the car, but she did not. She looked at Jepherson and insisted, "Send me home, please."

"Would you please come out of the car? This will be your home, sooner or later," Jepherson stared at her from outside the car. Raeleigh did not share his views for the Richard Groups Manor was Jepherson's home, not hers.

Raeleigh refused to get out of the car, so Jepherson had no choice but to drag her out of it. With a tense face, she snarled, "I don't like that you keep forcing me."

"Then stop making me force you."

After saying that, Jepherson dragged her out of the car and into the Harvey Group Manor. He led her towards the Fragrance Garden.

Raeleigh had been to the Harvey Group Manor a handful of times. She knew where the Ink Garden was, but this was her first time visiting the Fragrance Garden. Her breath was taken by the scenes inside. Raeleigh was indifferent to everything, and nothing could surprise her.

However, this time, she thought that everything in front of her was indescribably beautiful.

Jepherson walked inside the Fragrance Garden and ordered the servants to leave them alone. He led Raeleigh to one of the bedrooms, pushed the door open, and entered.

Raeleigh stood outside the door. She was sure that this was the master bedroom.

Jepherson set foot inside. When he realised that Raeleigh wasn't following him, he turned around to look at her. Raeleigh stood there for a while before realising how cavernous and luxurious the room was.

"This is your room," Jepherson said as he turned on all the lights in the room. Suddenly, everything in front of them lit up. Raeleigh carefully surveyed the room. She sighed when she realised how beautifully decorated the room was. The person must have put in a lot of effort into decorating this room.

Unfortunately, she was not the person for him. She was destined to let him down!