Female Novel
Chapter 41
Chapter 41
Hayson’s voice turned icy as he said, “Either you stay in Ventropolis, or you don’t further your studies atall What’s the use of getting into university anyway? Sooner or later, you’ll end up getting married Wehave a banquet in a few days, and I want you to come with us. Some of my friends are eager to meetyou.
Madelyn knew he would say that In her previous life, Hayson had never respected women. In his eyes,women were mere tools for procreation, and once they got married, they were only fit to stay at home,tending to their husbands and children.
“Father, things have changed now,” she said. “I’ve made some friends, and they’ve all gone. abroad fortheir studies. Do you know Serena Smith?
Hayson raised an eyebrow. “Chadwick Smith’s da
ghter?”
“Yes, Serena mentioned that she’s preparing for a foreign language test. She wants to study abroadand settle there permanently, even change her nationality,” Madelyn continued “But Father… comparedto that, I just want to go to Lorville At least during vacations, I can come back home.” She paused for amoment before adding, “And what if someone asks about my education? If I only have a high schooldiploma, won’t it become a laughingstock? It’s fine if others laugh at me, but I can’t let you lose face.”
Madelyn’s words hit Hayson’s thoughts precisely. He frowned, displeased. “Must it be LorvilleUniversity?” Hayson cared deeply about his reputation. With his own limited education, he reliedentirely on Zach to manage his company.
Madelyn nodded, her voice unusually gentle. “Father, I know you’re worried about me. But think aboutit, if I go to Lorville University, someone will take care of Grandma. I promise, I won’t cause any troublefor you.’
Grandma was her final trump card. Despite Hayson being a jerk, he was a devoted son. He had beentrying to convince Grandma to come to Ventropolis for years, but she insisted on staying in Lorville, aremote and impoverished place, to spend her old age. Hayson was concerned, but he always visitedLorville every Chinese New Year.
Madelyn pushed further, giving it her all. “What if I can persuade Grandma to come back?”
Hayson was contemplating her words.
Jasmine raised an eyebrow, a slight smile playing on her red lips. “Actually, Madelyn has a point.Nowadays, besides looks, education is also crucial for girls. Since Madelyn has her own aspirations,why not just agree to it? Besides, I graduated from Lorville University’s education degree program. It’llbe easier for her to find a job when she is a Lorville graduate.”
Madelyn nodded in agreement. “Mhmm.”
Hayson finally compromised. “If you perform averagely in school and fail to graduate, you’ll
come back immediately and get married.”
“Don’t worry, Father. I won’t let you down,” she thought to herself, ‘By the time I graduate, the Jentfamily will probably be long gone.”novelbin
Hayson looked content, his gaze filled with satisfaction. “It’s rare to see you show some ambition. Clearout your room and let Jasmine move in.”
“Ahem…” Madelyn choked on her sip of cream soup.
Jasmine chuckled and patted Madelyn’s back. “Let’s wait a bit longer! Madelyn might not be ready for itjust yet.”
“No, no…” Madelyn quickly denied, “Ms. Manning, I’m just really happy that you can move in. Now Iwon’t be bored at home anymore. I can chat with you when there’s nothing else to do.”
But if you doesn’t excel in her studies, I’ll be strict,” Jasmine teased.
“I promise to submit assignments on time,” Madelyn replied. She was caught off guard because sheremembered that in her previous life, Jasmine and Hayson’s relationship had not progressed thisquickly. But Madelyn didn’t want to dwell on it. After all, in just five or six months at most, she would befree from this household.
Madelyn lowered her head, pretending not to notice the intriguing scene happening under the table.She couldn’t even imagine what it would be like when Jasmine moved into her room…
She couldn’t stomach the food anymore. Setting down her utensils, she quickly made up an excuseand left, leaving them to continue their meal. She poured herself a glass of water and headed backupstairs to her room because she still needed to take her medication.
For Madelyn, the most challenging part wasn’t dealing with Jasmine; it was the constant need to put onan act in front of them every day.