Substitute Marriage: Reborn As The Top Big-Shot

Chapter 440: 162: True Purpose! (Second Update)

Chapter 440: 162: True Purpose! (Second Update)

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Kayla.

Eleanor Armstrong was taken aback, then as if suddenly remembering something, she quickly stood up from her chair. She looked at the girl in front of her, uncertainty brewing in her eyes, “Are you Kayla?”

The Lentz and Sullivan families lived next door to each other.

The two families got along fairly well; although there wasn’t much interaction on a regular basis, there also hadn’t been any friction over the years.

If either family needed something, a small sound from one side would be sure to be answered with assistance from the other.

After all, the saying goes that close neighbors are better than distant relatives.

Kayla Sullivan went abroad to study at a very young age, and since then she rarely returned home. The last time they saw Kayla was sixteen years ago.

Back then, Kayla was still a child!

Who would have thought so much time had passed in the blink of an eye.

“Yes, it’s Kayla.” Kayla Sullivan nodded, smiling, “I live next door! Mrs. Eleanor, you really don’t recognize me?”

Eleanor Armstrong laughed and hugged Kayla Sullivan, “Kayla, you’ve turned into a beautiful lady; I hardly recognize you!”

Kayla Sullivan was a textbook beauty.

With an oval face and almond eyes, having been immersed in Western culture, she exuded confidence, flamboyance, and charm.

“Not at all, I’m still the same,” Kayla’s flattery was impeccable, “On the other hand, Mrs. Eleanor, you’re getting younger and younger.”

Eleanor Armstrong was highly delighted by Kayla’s flattery and couldn’t stop laughing.

“By the way, Mrs. Eleanor, I brought you a little present from overseas. I hope you’ll accept it.” As she finished, Kayla handed her gift bag to Eleanor Armstrong.

Eleanor Armstrong laughed, “You traveled all the way back from Uron Country, it would suffice to bring gifts for your mother. Why did you bring me something!”

Having circulated in the society of wealthy women, Eleanor Armstrong instantly recognized that Kayla had brought back a limited-edition cosmetic, one of the big international brands.

Even with resources, one would need to place an order a year in advance.

Eleanor Armstrong had tried to book it, but her luck wasn’t the best, as every time she tried, others got there first.

Therefore, even though this cosmetic cream had been around for three years, she had never been able to use it.

The sudden gift was quite a surprise for Eleanor Armstrong.

Kayla smiled, “All these years while I was in Uron Country, every time I called my mother, she would always mention you. She often said that even though she has no sisters, only a brother, you’re like a big sister to her. You’ve taken such good care of her, that my mother especially told me that whatever she has, her older sister should have a share too.”

Nice words are always welcomed, and of course, Eleanor Armstrong was no exception.

Eleanor Armstrong laughed and accepted the gift Kayla handed her. With one arm around Kayla’s, “Come on Kayla, come sit with Auntie.”

Kayla followed her in.

Sixteen years had passed, and the Lentz’s house had changed quite a bit.

She surveyed the room’s decoration without changing her expression.

“Are my brother and sister-in-law not home today?” Kayla asked.

Eleanor Armstrong nodded, “They have gone to work.”

Kayla laughed, “By the way, Mrs. Eleanor, I met Terrence and my future sister-in-law a few days ago. The future sister-in-law is really beautiful, she and Terrence are truly a pair made in heaven.”

Hearing this, Eleanor Armstrong looked even more cheerful.

She enjoyed it when other people praised her daughter-in-law.

Just looking at Eleanor Armstrong, it was clear that she was very satisfied with Viola Thompson.

Eleanor Armstrong continued to ask, “Kayla, do you have a boyfriend?”

“Not yet.” Kayla shook her head.

Eleanor Armstrong looked at Kayla, “Kayla, you’re so beautiful, there must be many who are pursuing you?”

“Mrs. Eleanor, you flatter me too much. If only someone were interested in me, I would have gotten married long ago,” Kayla sighed, “It’s because no one is pursuing me.”

Eleanor Armstrong knew she was joking, “Should I set you up with someone?”

“Sure!” Kayla readily agreed.

As she spoke, Kayla continued, “By the way Mrs. Eleanor, when is Terrence planning to get married?”

Hearing this, Eleanor Armstrong shook her head, “I’m not too clear about when exactly the wedding will take place. At the very least, we’ll have to wait until Viola graduates!”

“The future sister-in-law hasn’t graduated?” Kayla asked.

“Yes.” Eleanor Armstrong nodded, “She’s about to take the College Entrance Examination.”

Kayla Sullivan narrowed her eyes imperceptibly, laughing, “I heard that the future sister-in-law is the young lady of the Thompson family in the Capital City. Terrence must have accumulated a lot of good karma in his past life to be marrying her!”

Kayla had a clear purpose for her visit.

First was to test Eleanor Armstrong’s attitude.

The second was to confirm Viola Thompson’s identity.

She couldn’t help but feel Viola Thompson had ulterior motives.

Thinking from a logical perspective, it seemed unlikely that Viola Thompson, the Young Miss of the Thompson family, would be interested in someone who was good-for-nothing.

It was clear.

There was something more happening beneath the surface.

Perhaps, Viola Thompson had always known Terrence Lentz’s true identity.

Eleanor Armstrong turned to look at Kayla, then continued, “So I often tell Terrence that he should be great to Viola, she truly is a rare good girl.”

After all, the person who was originally betrothed to Terrence wasn’t Viola.

After becoming the Young Lady of the Thompson family, Viola had even less of a reason to continue with this engagement.

But not only did Viola not break off the engagement, she still behaved as she used to.Kayla Sullivan nodded.

Now she could almost confirm that Viola Thompson definitely knew about Terrence Lentz’s true identity.

Because people are realistic, in this world, no one wants to gamble with their future.

For girls like Viola Thompson who are from a great aristocratic family? Even less likely!

Like the saying goes –

It is easy to switch from frugality to luxury, but it’s hard to switch from luxury to frugality.

People who have been used to good days, who would wish to go through tough days, let alone Terrence who is known as a good-for-nothing!

With a gentle tone, Kayla asked, “Auntie, I am really curious about my little sister-in-law now, can you tell me about her and my brother Terrence’s story?”

“Of course!”

Eleanor Armstrong was very willing to share the story of Viola Thompson and Terrence Lentz with Kayla Sullivan.

After listening to the whole story, Kayla Sullivan got a general understanding of Viola Thompson.

A girl with many a plan.

From the beginning, her willingness to be a substitute bride shows her ulterior motives.

Why is Viola willing to marry a man whom Elizabeth Thompson was unwilling to?

This indicated that Viola wanted to escape from the control of her foster parents. Even though Terrence had a bad reputation outside, the Lentz Clan was nevertheless a wealthy family in River City. As the son of the Lentz Clan, Terrence had everything from luxury cars to expensive villas.

Viola, who was a country girl – even though she was beautiful, she couldn’t possibly find a better man than Terrence.

What kind of man could a country girl marry?

At the most a country man who is her counterpart!

A country man can’t even talk about luxury cars and villas—they might even find it difficult to buy a decent house.

So, for Viola at that time, being able to marry Terrence would already be considered a step up!

As to why, after being recognized by her parents and taking on the status of a daughter of the Thompson family, Viola still clung to Terrence, it’s because she had discovered Terrence’s secret.

After all, spending all day with Terrence, it was exceedingly simple for her to discover something!

Can you tell me which woman in this world wouldn’t wish to marry Mr. Terrence?

If Terrence really was that Mr. Terrence, then Viola caught a big bargain and naturally wouldn’t want to leave Terrence.

Thinking about this, Kayla Sullivan squinted her eyes.

Can only say that Viola was lucky! She appeared just at the very moment when Terrence was testing human nature.

Kayla Sullivan now regrets.

Regrets not coming back early. Coming back at this time, it would be too awkward.

All the things that could be done, Viola Thompson had already done.

But no need to rush.

There’s plenty of time ahead.

Eleanor Armstrong laughed and said, “When Terrence started dating Viola, I had misunderstood Viola and even showed some attitude toward her. But Viola is a girl who understands the greater good and etiquette. Not only did she not hold a grudge against me, but she also comforted me not to think too much.”

Kayla Sullivan nodded, “My little sister-in-law is really great. I knew she was a kindhearted person when I first saw her.”

As they were talking-

Footsteps sounded in the living room.

Looking up, Kayla Sullivan’s heart rate accelerated.

The man’s body was broad and his legs were long. Dressed very simply in a black shirt and matching suit pants, he walked step by step, seeming to do nothing but causing people’s minds to be in chaos and their breathing to quicken, as if each step he took was on her heart’s apex.

His pair of delicate phoenix eyes slightly lifted, sharp and deep, able to see through all tricks anytime, making people reluctant to play any tricks in front of him.

Kayla Sullivan lowered her head.

Eleanor Armstrong said, “Terrence’s back, look, Kayla’s here. You two used to play together when you were young!”

Upon hearing this, Terrence Lentz half turned his eyes, nodded at Kayla Sullivan in greeting, and then went upstairs.

Eleanor Armstrong walked to Kayla’s side, laughing, “Terrence is just this kind of person. Other than being able to laugh in front of Viola, he’s like this to everyone else. Don’t mind him, Kayla.”

“How could I,” Kayla Sullivan certainly wouldn’t take such things to heart, “This only shows that brother Terrence is devoted.”

Her voice was neither loud nor soft, just enough for Terrence Lentz to hear.

Kayla Sullivan had her own understanding of love.

In one’s life, one should boldly pursue love, and not leave regrets in one’s life.

But she didn’t study abroad just to come back and be a mistress.

So, she had to make Terrence Lentz take the initiative to pursue her, and fall under her petticoat hem.

Thinking of this, Kayla Sullivan smiled a little.

On the other side-

Gregory Diet and Beatrice Black had returned to Olsand Village.

Ryan Diet looked at the two of them and frowned, “She didn’t come back with you?”

These two old things weren’t even able to bring back a single person – what a waste.

Seeing his son’s displeasure, Beatrice Black immediately said, “Bao, don’t worry. Even though we didn’t manage to bring back the girl this time around, but we did bring back money — a full 100,000 dollars.”

“Your father and I discussed this. If she could take out 100,000 dollars in one go, it means her card balance exceeds 100,000 dollars. So, wait a few days and I’ll call her again to transfer all her money over to us.”