Mr. CEO's Young Mistress novel Chapter 63

"Sharon, Leonard might seem tough here."

She watched as Puvis pointed to his heart.

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Puvis smiled gently. "But he turns to putty in your hands."

"Grandpa..."

Puvis waved off whatever she had been about to say. "I've seen many things over the years. I know that Leonard is indifferent and apathetic to everyone, even family. While he may not have lost his temper at us, he has never cared about us either, so it's understandable for Nathan and Rosamond to be jealous of you. How can they be happy when their uncaring son chooses to care for someone non-related to them by blood over caring for them? So it's only natural that they resent you."

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Sharon's heart was heavy, her face twisting into a frown. She whispered, "I know that, Grandpa."

That's why she never blamed Nathan or Rosamond for giving her the cold shoulder. Instead, she remained respectful and grateful for all they had given her. 

As for Selena, Sharon had no way of avoiding her hostility. But besides getting angry, she never once hated Selena.

She was aware that if she were in their shoes, there was no guarantee that she would be so accepting either.

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Puvis brushed her head and soothed her gently. "I don't have any other intentions. I just wanted to let you know that Leonard loves you. But sometimes, he's too straightforward and inconsiderate of others' feelings. So don't take it to heart when he acts mean to you."

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Sharon raised an eyebrow in confusion. 

"That reminds me! Never do something like yesterday again! What would Leonard and I do if something were to happen to you? Promise me that you'll never do that again! Even if you're mad at Leonard, you can come to me, alright?" Puvis fretted, getting more worked up. 

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Yesterday, he almost had a heart attack when he learnt that Sharon had gone missing. 

He immediately thought back to the recent news reporting of a girl who had mysteriously disappeared and was found murdered. 

God knows what he should do if something like that had happened to Sharon. 

Although he had heard that Leonard had found Sharon yesterday night, he was still anxious. That's why he had rushed to the villa early in the morning the next day.

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Sharon saw Puvis's troubled expression and finally understood what he was trying to tell her. 

Sharon held his arm tightly and apologised, "Grandpa, I'm sorry for making you worry."

"Sharon, it doesn't matter how Nathan, Rosamond, or Selena treats you. Ever since Leonard brought you back to our home, the two of us have considered you as our family. You are an indispensable part of our family. Do you understand?" 

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Sharon's eyes were red as she nodded. "Yes, Grandpa. I promise I'll never make you worry again." 

Puvis sighed. "You silly child."

Sharon sniffled and rested her head on his arm. 

Puvis finally relaxed. He secretly glanced behind him and snickered when he saw Leonard's stiff expression. 

Puvis narrowed his eyes, suddenly thinking of something. He lowered his head and smiled at Sharon. "Sharon, he passed my first test."

Sharon blinked and looked up in confusion.

"Erm... It's him." Puvis hesitated. 

"Who?" Sharon raised an eyebrow. 

"Simon." Puvis winked at her.

Simon?

A strange expression appeared on Sharon's face.

"Erm... Simon Guerin, Yannick's son? The one who attended your birthday banquet," Puvis explained.

"Oh."

Sharon's face was stiff as she glanced behind her unconsciously. 

She heaved a sigh of relief when she saw that he was quite a distance away from them. 

That night, it was all thanks to introducing Simon as her boyfriend that she...

"Sharon, I think he's a fine young man." Puvis approved with a smile.

Sharon did not say anything. 

"Have you heard of Yannick Guerin?" Puvis asked.

"Yes." Sharon's eyes flickered, and she nodded slightly.

"The Guerin family has involved themselves in politics for generations, and they are quite well-known in Montreal. I heard that Yannick's son is an excellent individual. Although he is close to your age, everyone who knows him is full of praise for him. He is said to be better than even his father. He has a bright future ahead of him," Puvis noted.

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