Lock You In My Heart novel Chapter 252

Chapter 252 The Sponsor

Lance finally found Gabrielle sitting all alone. The sad expression on her face made him feel sorry for her.

It was all Westley’s fault, no doubt. He took another woman to a family affair and left Gabrielle by herself.

He really was insufferable, but Kylo still kept praising him. After WestleyCeft, his grandfather had only good words to say. going as far as comparty him with Lance. Kylo believed he is talented and managed the Morri: Group beyond expectations.

Lance was antised, to say the least. He had always hated Westley, but today, he was furious

Westley stealing his unbearable.

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“Gabrielle, I’ve brought you your favorite orange juice. Why are you sitting here alone? Grandpa wants you to go back.” Lance sat down beside her.

“I just need a bit of air. Thanks for the drink.” Gabrielle smiled ruefully, staring at her grandfather’s direction.

There were a lot of people around the old man. Surely, it wouldn’t matter if she went or not. Besides, she planned on leaving to find Westley outside.

“You’re welcome.” Lance stared at her face for some time. Gabrielle was starting to feel conscious.

“What is there something on my face With wonder, she patted her Sheeks gently.

Lance giggled, then he sighed. “No, you just look pretty, Gabrielle Gut… you don’t look too cheerful. Weathey just went too far today.” The de Lance thought about it, the gener he became. “He came here to provoke and embarrass you on purpose. That jerk, how could he abandon you like this? If Michelle didn’t distract me, I would’ve taught him a lesson. He doesn’t deserve to be your husband at all!”

Could a man from whatever he wanted?

a rich family do

Gabrielle

shook her head, looking

worried.

“Lance, Westley isn’t bad as you think. Besides, we’re both adults. I don’t need him to be responsible for me. I can think for myself.” Gabrielle defended Westley.

“Do you know the relationship between that Michelle and him? You’re too naive when it comes to Westley.” Lance looked at her with concern.

In Lance‘s eyes. Gabrielle was obedient child. She had always rul up with bullies and it made him feel protective.

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All he wanted was to a good care of her for the rest of his Hile, sparing her all the pain and suffering, and give her all. the best things he world,

“I don’t want to know.” Gabrielle looked

It was not like Westley to just bring someone with him. Something was definitely up.

Everyone could see that they were close, perhaps closer than Gabrielle thought. After all, Michelle was recognized by the Morris family. That very fact made

Gabrielle feel uncomfortable.

So why would she ask a question that she knew the answer to?

Only Westley can explain himself. Gabrielle was thinking of asking him later.

“Michelle admitted that Westley has been sponsoring her for the last tyn years. Don’t you think there’s something fishy going on, Gabrielle? Open youčyes, he’s a jerk. Don’t fall in love with him. Promise me! It will only break your heart, understand?” Lance held on to her shoulders.

Unrequited love is the worst feeling ever. Gabrielle did answer. Love wasn’t something th«t could be controlled, and she had already fallen in love without realizing it.

It was too late to pretend that nothing had happened. It was too late for her to erase her feelings.

“Lance, I know. Don’t womy. I won’t fall in love with him. I know my boundaries in this marriage.” Gabrielle put down the glass of juice and stood up,

About ten minutes had passed, but she was in no rush to see Westley.

“Gabrielle, where are you going?” Lance was a little worried when he saw that Gabrielle was about to leave.

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“I’m fine, just going to the bathroom.” Gabrielle didn’t want Lance to be so womed, so she told him she was going to the toilet “I’ll go with you.” Lance immediately stood up. Gabrielle looked at Land helplessly “Lance, I’m not a child can find the bathroom on my own Lance smiled at mer, almost chuckling. “You’ll always a child in my eyes.”

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Gabrielle didn’t say anything, but someone approached Lance for a chat.

“Sorry Gabrielle, I’ll catch you later,” Lance said

“Go ahead.” Gabrielle nodded, noncommittally. She didn’t want Lance to pursue her anymore. “Okay, I’ll go ahead. Catch you later.”

Lance waved, taking a step back.

After Lance left, Gabrielle was relieved. Then she turned around and walked towards the back gate.

There was a small park behind the Twillight Hotel, so it was much quieter than the bustling scene at the entrance. She walked through the park and thed looking for a taxi.

As she strolled, her phone fang. It was from Westley

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Gabrielle glanced at once. Instead of answering the calche quickly walked straight ahead. O

When the one rang for the second time, Gabrielle had already reached the street. A taxi passed by and she hailed it.

“Where are you going, miss?”

“The Lover Embankment, please.”

The Lover Embankment was a famous dating spot in Antawood. It used to be a deserted space, but because of the unique scenery, couples started meeting and spending their time together there. Eventually they changed the name to

what is was now.

It was a romantic place, but Gabrielle only wanted to get some fresh air.

“A date with your boyfriend I’m guessing?” The driver was a cheerful and curious man. He thought Gabrielle wore an anxious expression because of a secret evening tryst.

“I guess.” Gabrielle nonchalantly. She wasn’t in the mood to explain

Outside the car window e neon lights were shining, but she couldn’t appreciate the night’s charm. She was still thinking about what Lange bad told her. ‘Michelle a Atted that Westley was her Sponsor

A sponsor, huh?

She knew what it meant to be a sponsor. It meant Westley had spent a lot of money on Michelle, and she would have repaid him in more ways than one. 1

Gabrielle felt her heart crack thinking about it.

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