Chapter 1006
Elinor steadied Hallie once again, eyeing her struggle to leave. She quirked a brow and said, âHaillie,
you look all over the place. How about I have the Blanchet familyâs driver give you a lift?â
Ellinor wasn't really bothered about this woman who once did her wrong. But she figured if Haillie
toddled off on her own and something happened to her, the Blanchet family would be in the hot
seat.
The Blanchet Corporation's stock market was still on the mend, and the last thing they needed was
another PR nightmare.
However, Haille swatted Ellinor's offer away, shaking her head, âNo need, I can manage on my own.
Butt out!â
She didn't dare to ride in a Blanchet family car because Theo was probably still hunting her down. If
a Blanchet family driver unintentionally spilled the beans to Theo about her whereabouts and got
her delivered directly to the Blanchet Corporation, then she'd be done for.
Haillie was resolute about leaving on her own. She wobbled to the door, opened it, then paused,
turning back to Ellinor with a pleading tone, âEllinor, if it's all right with you could you see me to the
elevator? If I run into Putnam and Marissa on the way down, I wouldn't know what to say...â
Elinor mulled it over, then nodded and followed her out.
However, Putnam and Marissa were not downstairs. They probably retired to their rooms for their
afternoon siesta, as elderly folks often do.
In the living room, only Veronica was lounging on the couch, flipping through TV channels,
seemingly unable to find a show to her liking. She seemed a bit antsy.
Today, Moran had things to do at school and couldn't tutor her; she was bored to tears.
Hearing footsteps, Veronica swiveled her head around and saw Haillie and Ellinor descending the
stairs.
Remembering that she hadn't had a chance to greet Haillie earlier, Veronica politely said, âHaillie,
are you leaving already? Why don't you stay for dinner? My brother, Theo, will be home tonight!â
Veronica remembered Haillie being good friends with her brother and Jonah Wyton...
Haillie seemed a bit out of it. Hearing Theo's name made her heart race. She managed a weak smile
at Veronica, âNo need, Veronica. I've got things to do. I'll treat you all to a meal when I have the
chance!â
Veronica, bored out of her mind, turned off the TV, stood up, and said, âAll right then! I'll walk you
out!â
Haillieâs face fell a bit, but she waved her off politely, âNo need, Veronica. You keep watching TV.
But Veronica was already up and walking over. She shrugged and said, âIt's fine. There's nothing
good on TV anyway.â
Haillie fell silent.
Seeing this, Ellinor chimed in and said, âThat's fine, Haillie. Let Veronica walk you to the door. I'll stay
here.â
Then she turned to Veronica and said, âIt'd be great if you could help Haillie hail a cab. She's not
feeling well.â
Veronica didn't seem to mind. She just nodded, âMhm, sure!â
Seeing Veronica obey Ellinorâs words so easily, Haillie was taken aback. In her memory, Veronica was
a Patricia supporter and couldn't stand Ellinor.
Now, Veronica had accepted Ellinor too?
Veronica turned to Haillie and said, âLet's go, Haillie. Ellinor just got home and is tired. She needs to
rest. I'll accompany you outside!â
Haillie snapped back to reality, glancing at Veronica, then at Ellinor, who was about to head back up
to her room to rest.