Chapter 103 Work Relationship 

Had he stepped in to stop Sidonie back then, things might not have escalated to that extent. 

“It was all Quinn’s fault. If she had mentioned earlier that her parents were fallen heroes, that wouldn’t have happened!” Sidonic said, gritting her teeth against the pain in her cheek. “Mr. Whitethorn, I was just concerned about the safety on the plane. Quinn intentionally set me up!” 

Smack! 

Once again, a crisp slap landed on Sidonie’s cheek. 

If it hadn’t been for Trent supporting her, she probably would have fallen flat on the ground. 

“Mr. Whitethorn, how could you slap her again?” Trent was outraged. 

Julius, however, didn’t pay any attention to Trent at all. He merely looked at Sidonie frostily. “Do you think I’m a fool, stupid enough to believe what you’re saying?” 

Sidonie’s cheeks were flushed and swollen, her face full of embarrassment. 

At the banquet that day, she had intentionally brought Trent along. Her aim was to show him that she could be of assistance. 

Unexpectedly, the banquet had just started, and she had already suffered such a major embarrassment in front of everyone. 

“Mr. Whitethorn, are you intentionally defending Quinn? Did I say something wrong? If I had known that it was the fallen heroes‘ ashes, I obviously wouldn’t have acted that way! Quinn had plenty of opportunities to tell me, but she didn’t. If that’s not setting me up, then what is it?” Sidonie said indignantly. 

Quinn asked, “So, if it’s not a fallen hero’s ashes, but those of an ordinary person, you can just examine them freely?” 

Sidonie was taken aback. 

With a frosty expression, Quinn glared at the person before her. “Sidonie, you may enjoy setting people up, but don’t assume everyone else is just like you!” 

Sidonie’s discomfort grew as she saw the crowd gathering around her. She gritted her teeth, pushing her way through the encircling onlookers to make a quick escape. 

Seeing the situation, Trent quickly followed suit. 

Quinn turned her head toward Julius. “Thank you.” 

He paused slightly. “I thought you’d be upset with me for doing that.” 

“I’m not that gullible. I’m able to distinguish who’s actually helping me,” Quinn responded. 

Julius, whom she had known for less than two months, was there to support her. Yet, her ex–husband, to whom she was married for three years, remained silent when Sidonie slandered her. He never once defended her. 

What an irony, indeed. 

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Afterward, the spectators gradually dispersed, and the banquet carried on as usual. 

At the banquet, Quinn also spotted the members of the Bridger family. Marley was among them. 

It made sense, after all. The Bridger family was a prominent family in Yarburn and one of the main groups involved in the island development project. It was only natural that they would attend the banquet today. 

“Quinn,” Moldred greeted his niece affectionately. 

“Uncle Moldred,” Quinn replied. 

“Are you Mr. Whitethorn’s companion today? So, you and Mr. Whitethorn are…” Moldred was a bit curious about the relationship between Julius and Quinn. 

“We have a work relationship,” Quinn replied. 

Strictly speaking, she was temporarily assigned by the military district to work as Julius‘ bodyguard. Hence, it was just a professional relationship to her. 

Julius glanced at Quinn, though he didn’t voice any comments. 

“Quinn, I have a few things I’d like to discuss with you privately,” said Moldred. 

With a hint of hesitation, Quinn glanced at Julius standing beside her. Her duty was to ensure Julius‘ safety at the banquet, after all. 

“Go ahead. The security at the banquet is tight,” Julius remarked. In other words, he was reassuring Quinn that nothing would go wrong. 

“All right. I’ll be back soon,” Quinn said before she and Moldred made their way to a small balcony located in one corner of the banquet hall. 

“Quinn, your great–grandpa isn’t in the best of health. If you have some spare time, try to visit the Bridger residence more often to keep him company,” Moldred suggested. 

Quinn was taken aback. “What’s wrong with Great–grandpa’s health?” 

“As one gets older, it’s natural for the body to experience some ailments,” Moldred responded. “Plus, perhaps your parents‘ burial brought back a lot of past memories for him. The weight of these thoughts might have taken a toll on his health.” 

“I’ll go and visit him as soon as I can,” Quinn stated. 

Moldred spoke again. “Also, if you’re currently without a suitable job, you can come work at Bridger Group. I’ll arrange a suitable position for you. As the sole descendant of the fifth branch, there will always be a place for you in the corporation.” 

“I’m not the only descendant from the fifth branch; Rowan is, too!” Quinn stated seriously. 

“But isn’t your brother already-” 

“He’s only missing. He’s still alive. I will find him, and I’ll take him to pay respects to our parents!” Quinn declared. 

Moldred watched his niece intently. The determination and bravery in her eyes were unparalleled. None of the children in the Bridger family had such a gaze. 

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She’s truly the child of the fifth branch! 

“Yes. Your brother must still be alive!” Moldred murmured, then hesitated a bit before asking, “Is your relationship with Julius really just professional?” 

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