As Jude sized up the situation, he realized the conflict between Yolanda and the Cavanaughs was far more than a simple misunderstanding. With both parties being his friends, he found himself in a difficult position.
Since he was the host, he could not leave his guests standing there in silence. He had no choice but to say. "Ms. Henderson, there must be some misunderstanding between you and Mr. Cavanaugh. Perhaps…"
"Mr. Kaufman, this isn't a misunderstanding," Yolanda cast him a cool glance. She hoped Jude wouldn't make matters worse, especially since she still had a good impression of him.
"Yolanda, Queenie Thompson has already drafted the contract. If I sign it, your family in Riverdale will never recover. Are you sure you want to implicate your entire family?"
In Lennox's eyes, Yolanda would still prioritize the Henderson family's honor and interests even though she had been cast out from the family. After all, children of prominent families were bound to their collective interests from birth, forming an unbreakable connection.
Rather than threatening to destroy her clinic, he chose to leverage her entire family's future. With this move, she would be branded an unfaithful child if she still refused to help.
Hearing Lennox's words, Jude's expression changed. But before he could speak, Yolanda responded directly, "That's between you and the Henderson family. There's no need to tell me about it. I can't cure you, so find someone else."
"Yolanda!" Lennox's anger flared. "I've already shown you plenty of respect. Don't be foolish!"
Lennox knew he needed Yolanda's help and shouldn't be so domineering. But he was someone who was always in a position of power, so he was used to others pleasing him. He found it impossible to swallow his pride and ask for help.
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