From Ashes of Scandals to His Embrace novel Chapter 356

“He ran off? Then pass on a message for me. Tell him to let his uncle know he needs to lease a mountain and send his daughter over there to raise wild chickens.”

Most people in the room had no idea what Adolphus meant, but Sam got it right away and jumped in.

“Sure thing. I’ll call him now and make sure he gets on it.”

Sam darted out of the room, almost bouncing, like his good mood had suddenly come back.

As the door closed, Adolphus stood up from the sofa and looked around at everyone. His voice was calm but serious. “About the rumors going around… just because I haven’t said anything doesn’t mean I’m clueless. If I didn’t know what was going on, there wouldn’t be so many people kicked out of our circle.”

He glanced at each of them. “Since everyone’s here, let’s clear the air. I’m only saying this once. If I hear anyone talking bad about Laurinda again, don’t blame me for cutting you off.”

“Laurinda and Sam have nothing going on. I’m the one who chased after her. Her background doesn’t matter to me. The only thing that matters is her. I love her, and I won’t let anyone talk trash about her.”

Earl watched Adolphus, a satisfied smile spreading across his face. Laurinda really had good taste. She picked the best guy in the room.

If it were him, he doubted he’d ever have the guts to say something like that. He could barely stand up to his own mom, let alone the world.

Adolphus picked up Laurinda’s jacket, helped her into it, and bent down to zip it up for her. He was so gentle and careful that everyone just stared, kind of shocked. No one doubted for a second that he’d begged her to be with him.

“We’re heading out. You guys have fun.”

Adolphus took Laurinda’s hand and started for the door. Irvin hurried over, handed him Laurinda’s backpack, and got a look from Adolphus before he took it and led Laurinda out.

Once the two of them left, the whole party felt pointless. People started saying their goodbyes and left one after another.

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