Dump My Ex, Dive into Love with His Billionaire Uncle-Chapter 199: The Scheming Third Young Master, Deliberately Sets Up His Little Nephew
Chapter 199: Chapter 199: The Scheming Third Young Master, Deliberately Sets Up His Little Nephew
"Yes, a gift."
Oliver Hughes looked at Bella Woods and said, "My mother said that if we are going to acknowledge this daughter, then the proper etiquette must be observed."
"Indeed, Oliver was worried the formalities might be lacking, so he specifically invited Third Young Master, as an elder, to come over," Jade Patel quickly added.
Her gaze shifted from Oliver Hughes to Ashton Marshall, afraid to look too much at Ashton, finally fixing her eyes intently on Bella Woods.
That kind of gaze was something Bella Woods had not felt before, nor had she seen Jade Patel look at Rose Woods in such a way, making Bella feel quite uncomfortable.
She felt a bit creeped out.
"Yes, originally my uncle was supposed to travel on business, but I specifically asked him to accompany me here." Oliver Hughes was quite proud of this.
For him, having an uncle like Ashton Marshall, and considering this uncle had taken good care of him since childhood, was something he was very proud of.
Although Cyan Marshall was the one who asked him to come over, Oliver Hughes wasn’t initially willing, and it was Cyan who reminded him to invite Ashton.
"Indeed, for such an important matter as family recognition, it’s necessary to have an elder present," Ron Woods said, holding the air of a senior.
He hadn’t expected that this girl, Bella Woods, could not only establish good relations with the Hughes Family but also, after breaking off the engagement with Oliver Hughes, become recognized as Cyan Marshall’s goddaughter.
And to have Oliver Hughes bring along Ashton Marshall to visit, this daughter was not simple.
"Bella, like this. You first take Third Young Master, Miss Six, and Young Master Oliver to the back garden for a stroll. The flowers are blooming nicely there recently, and right now, the sunset scenery is quite pleasant."
"Sure." Bella Woods stood up, responding obediently.
In such a setting, she couldn’t say much more.
As she stood up, Calvin Marshall also stood up, while Oliver Hughes, observing Ashton Marshall still sitting on the sofa unmoved, immediately changed his posture.
"No need to see the scenery, I just came to deliver a gift." After finishing, Oliver Hughes sneaked a glance at Ashton Marshall and added, "It’s about time; I should also head back."
"Won’t Young Master Oliver stay for dinner?"
Jade Patel was about to head to the kitchen to prepare dinner; having Third Young Master for dinner at the Woods house naturally required grand emphasis, but upon hearing Oliver Hughes’s words, she was stunned.
Ron Woods was also a bit surprised and hurriedly said, "Still, Young Master Oliver, it’s about time, stay for dinner before you leave?"
Their couple was quite anxious because if Oliver Hughes left, Third Young Master would also go along. freewёbnoνel.com
"No need, I have something urgent to deal with now, so I have no time to stay for dinner." Oliver Hughes refused bluntly.
Primarily, he noticed Ashton Marshall remained silent throughout, presuming Ashton had certainly come to such a small place for his sake.
Therefore, he needed to be sensible; with Ashton not speaking up, he had to hastily make his exit.
His uncle was so busy, yet willing to spare some time for his sake was already very accommodating; he couldn’t be inconsiderate.
With this in mind, Oliver Hughes stood up: "Mr. Woods, no need to say more, urgent matters prevent me from staying for dinner."
His words were straightforward, leaving little grace for Ron Woods. If Ron continued to urge him to stay, it would seem inconsiderate.
Ron Woods felt quite uncomfortable internally; he thought of Oliver Hughes as a mere idle nobleman, addressing him as Young Master Oliver was out of respect for the Hughes Family. Oliver Hughes should at least be polite instead of being so discourteous.
Yet, feeling uneasy, Ron Woods didn’t dare to show it, only expressing regret: "Since Young Master Oliver has matters to attend to, I won’t keep Young Master Oliver."
Oliver Hughes nodded, ready to leave.
"Bella, see the guests out," Ron Woods instructed.
"Third Young Master, Young Master Oliver, please this way..." Bella Woods responded immediately.
She also anticipated Ashton Marshall and Oliver Hughes would soon depart.
At this moment, Bella Woods dared to glaringly shift her gaze to Ashton.
Ashton Marshall had been reclining on the sofa, engrossed in his phone scrolling, uninterested in the surrounding conversation.
With the topic reaching here, yet he continued on his phone, having no intent to respond, including Oliver Hughes, who was also waiting for his next move.
For a moment, the living room atmosphere became peculiarly quiet until Ashton Marshall lazily lifted his eyes, surveying the scene.
Finally, he fixed his gaze on Oliver Hughes: "You said you need to leave urgently; why haven’t you gone yet?"
As soon as these words came out, Oliver Hughes’s eyes widened, almost blurting out ’Aren’t you leaving?’ to Ashton.
Meanwhile, Ron Woods, who felt despondent due to Oliver’s decision to leave without dining, suddenly regained hope, looking delightedly at Ashton Marshall.
Bella Woods also frowned slightly, looking at Ashton: "Third Young Master, aren’t you leaving with Young Master Oliver?"
"I have nothing to do later," Ashton Marshall commented, looking at Bella Woods.
"But..."
"Bella, quickly escort Young Master Oliver out, don’t delay his matters," Ron Woods promptly cut Bella off.
Afraid she might say something inappropriate.
Ashton’s stance was clear: he intended to stay for dinner. If Third Young Master Marshall stayed to dine at the Woods house, this news will surely elevate the Woods family’s status in social circles.
Though Ron Woods didn’t know why Third Young Master would remain for dinner, his staying alone was the greatest blessing to the Woods Family.
"Bella, don’t waste Young Master Oliver’s time," Ron Woods sternly reminded.
Bella Woods still wanted to say something, but Ashton had already returned to scrolling on his phone, exuding an aloof indifference.
Ultimately, Bella Woods couldn’t say anything, instead, turning to Oliver: "Young Master Oliver, let me see you out."
Oliver Hughes:...
He initially used urgency as an excuse to leave, assuming Ashton was impatient, thus providing an excuse to exit, but Ashton clearly wasn’t leaving at all.
Now, having spoken so bluntly, staying would seem self-contradictory.
Therefore, Oliver Hughes could only choose to leave at this point.
"Then I’ll head off first," Oliver Hughes muttered, then moved towards the door.
As Bella Woods trailed behind Oliver Hughes, her peripheral vision caught Ron Woods pouring tea for Ashton Marshall and Calvin Marshall.
Bella Woods followed silently behind Oliver Hughes, pondering the meaning behind Ashton Marshall’s unexpected arrival today and his intent to stay for dinner, hardly noticing Oliver’s sudden halt, leading her forehead to bump painfully against his firm back.
"Has no one taught you that seeing guests off requires you to walk ahead?" Oliver Hughes turned back with impatience, his disdain evident in his eyes.
He always looked down on Bella Woods; rural upbringing was still rural, and after all these years, her upbringing was still lacking.
"Sorry." Bella Woods was already numb to Oliver Hughes’s disdain for her.
Just then, the Hughes family car pulled up beside them, and Bella Woods promptly stepped forward to open the door for Oliver Hughes, politely saying, "Young Master Oliver, take care."
Her mind was preoccupied with the man sitting in her family’s living room, unsure of his thoughts, showing no concern for Oliver, even urging him to quickly leave.
