Pursuing Her Chapter 173

Chapter 173 Tristan Has Not Tasted The Holy Grail

“Tell Tanny that if he’s bogged down by work, he doesn't have to come, as I'm almost fully

recovered.” There's no need for him to be at two places at the same time.”I will. You should focus on

resting and not worry about such matters.” No sooner had Sophie finished than the door opened

with Morgan and Tristan walking in.One could tell from the tailor-made suit he was wearing that he

had come from the office. Tristan looked so dashing in his outfit that it was hard for anyone to peel

their eyes away.”Mr. Tristan, please have a seat. I'll take care of these.” Morgan took over the dinner

that Tristan had brought with him."Why did you come? Aren't you supposed to be busy?"“I have to

be here regardless of how busy I am. Besides, it's not anything that's particularly important. So, Old

Mr. Tanner, how do you feel today?” Tristan asked with concern.”Tanny, I'm almost fully recovered

and will be discharged in a few days. There's no need to trouble yourself traveling back and forth.”

Both of them were exhausted, fussing over Josiah's affairs. “You too, Soph. It's about time you go

back to school. Your exams kick off on Monday.”At the end of the day, she was still a student who

should be prioritizing her studies.Furthermore, the one-month deadline was almost upon her. Can I

really take on the role of acting CEO of Tanner Group? Those were the issues that were constantly

on her mind.“Mm-hmm. I know. I'll be punctual for my exams on Monday.” No matter what, she

resolved to participate in the physics competition that was going to be held after the holidays."My

point is for you to go to school tomorrow. Even though you have a good grasp of your lessons, the

revisions for the term exam are still very important. As my granddaughter, you always have to take

everything you do seriously. Do you understand?“To him, the result was secondary. What mattered

was that she would always do her best.Sophie fell silent.“What's wrong? Aren’t you going to listen

to me? Have dinner with me now, and get Tanny to send you back home to rest so that you can

attend school tomorrow.””All right. In that case, promise me that you'll obey whatever Arius says in

the hospital.”Sophie’s mind was put at ease after placing him under Arius’ care. Coincidentally, he

had yet to return to Anglandur.Fine. I promise.”Once they were done with dinner, Tristan drove

Sophie back to Wisteria Apartments.“Rest early.” Tristan had to leave as he had other

engagements.”Mr. Tristan, about Clayton, do you need me—"“It's fine. I can handle him.” Tristan

reassured her, “Everything is under control.”Clayton is no more than an insect who doesn’t even

deserve my attention.”Anyway, I'm heading back out.””Mm-hmm. Go ahead.” When Sophie walked

to the door to see him out, she gave him a curious look when he hesitated to leave. What is he

waiting for?“Mr. Tristan, is there anything else?"Reaching out his hand, Tristan pulled her into his

arms before giving her a kiss on her forehead.”"What am I to do? At the sight of you, I no longer

want to leave. Instead, I feel the urge to stay by your side.”Sophie was rendered speechless.How is

this my fault? I didn’t even do anything!“Mr. Tristan!” Sophie gently pushed him away before

staggering back. “Go!"“In that case, just give me a kiss. Once you kiss me, I'll be motivated to leave.”

Tristan decided to adopt a different approach.Nonetheless, the sudden change in his demeanor

gave Sophie a shock.”Mr. Tristan!” Even though she had developed feelings for him, it was still not in

her character to wear her heart on her sleeve. Tristan sighed in resignation.”It's all right. I'll wait for

the day when you'll take the initiative.” Tristan planted the gentlest of pecks on her lips before

leaving quickly.If he didn't leave soon, he was worried that he would be overwhelmed by his

growing desire to stay.By the time Tristan arrived at Blossom Garden, the other three were already

waiting. Felix quickly pulled out a bench to welcome him.”Didn’t we agree to meet in twenty

minutes? What took you so long? Were you doing something unspeakable with Sophie?"“Felix, what

are you thinking? If both of them were really doing it, it would be impossible for Mr. Tristan to get

here in twenty minutes. At the very least, he would need two hours. My guess is that Mr. Tristan

hasn't yet tasted the Holy Grail,” Charles teased.Without any hesitation, Sean nodded while adding,

“That's true. With Mr. Tristan’s stamina, two hours would be the minimum."Felix, too, nodded in

agreement.”Mr. Tristan, I'm sorry to have underestimated your capabilities. Given how enamored

you are with Sophie, I'm sure Sophie will not be able to escape your clutches for three days and

nights during your first escapade together.Felix had barely finished when the other three burst into

laughter."The three of you look like you're enjoying yourselves. Now that my enemy is at my gates,

all of you don’t seem to be bothered, is that it?” Despite Tristan’s calm tone, it was enough to send a

chill down everyone's spine.”Mr. Tristan, Clayton is desperate to make his presence felt. Since he has

a death wish, why don't you help him along his journey?"Despite the Zales family’s influence, they

were still insignificant insects compared to them.Sean nodded.”Exactly! The Zales family is no match

for us at all.” Even though Clayton might prove troublesome, he didn’t pose a threat to their

combined strength.”"Mm-hmm. Since he wants to play, let's oblige him. Besides, my hand is itching

to get back into the game after so long.” A devious look descended upon Charles’ face.Since he had

his dinner with Sophie, all Tristan did was pour himself a glass of wine.”Mr. Tristan, when you busied

yourself with Old Mr. Tanner's affairs over the last few days. I must say that I have never seen you

care so much about anyone.” At that moment, Sean felt that Tristan was serious.”Love makes people

blind,” Felix joked."Felix, look who's talking? You had better mind your own affairs. Despite watching

Ysabelle grow up, you have yet to achieve any success,” Charles ridiculed him mercilessly.Stumped,

Felix felt disheartened over the comment. Nonetheless, there was little he could do, as Charles had

spoken the truth!Subsequently, the group discussed the massive investment committed by Lombard

Group. This time, Clayton must be coveting that same investment.” Despite his lackadaisical attitude

toward his affairs with Ysabelle, Felix was extremely competent at work."He already has his eyes on

it. Since he intends to come in, we should let him do so. This time, I'll make sure he throws up

whatever he manages to chew off.” Clayton had struck a nerve of his.”Mr. Tristan, you seemed to be

particularly concerned this time.” This wasn't the first time Clayton targeted Lombard Group. It was

just that Tristan wasn't bothered by his previous attempts.”He is now trying to get close to Willow,

but she isn’t his true objective.”Just as expected, it's all about Sophie. Only she can elicit such a

response from him.The next day, when Sophie came out of Wisteria Apartments, she saw Clayton

sending Willow to school. At the sight of Sophie, he stopped his car on purpose.“Isn“t that your

sister? Ask her to get in the car,” Clayton ordered Willow.