Chapter 224
Why was Shawn looking for her? Did he regret giving her the bracelet?
She thought he was a real cheapskate.
Caitlyn said he probably became this way because he grew up in poverty. Although he was rich now, he was still stingy, not only with Caitlyn and their daughter but also with himself.
Caitlyn was totally the opposite, good at making money and spending it. Maybe because of their different views, their main arguments always revolved around money
Shawn perceived Caitlyn’s spending habits as extravagant and irresponsible, while Caitlyn viewed Shawn as excessively miserly and tight-fisted. He couldn’t even bring himself to purchase a respectable suit for meetings with significant clients, or reserve a higher-quality hotel room, out of fear that a business deal gone awry would drain his finances.
But although stingy, Shawn wasn’t mean. At least he was generous to some of his relatives.
As his company gradually got on track, the news quickly reached his relatives’ ears. They came, near or far, to cozy up to him.
Shawn wasn’t good at refusing. As long as someone asked, he would try to arrange for them. Many of his company’s employees were his relatives.
In her whole life, aside from her wedding gift, the most expensive thing Shawn had given her was a piano at home. Even then, he bought it reluctantly after Cartlyn prodded him
Caitlyn always thought Shawn was used to hardship and didn’t like extravagance. Celeste once thought the same.
However, after Caitlyn’s accident, Shawn’s actions showed her his heartlessness.
He was willing to spend on those who were beneficial to him. Whether it was fame or interest, once they lost their value, he would kick them out mercilessly
So, forcing him to give her a bracelet didn’t make Celeste feel guilty at all. She even thought it was too little.
Staring at the flashing name on her phone screen, Celeste pondered for a moment and then pressed the answer button.
“Hello?”
“Celeste, Shawn’s voice was gentle, “Are you feeling better today?”
Celeste was taken aback.
Shawn rarely showed her such concern. If he did, it must be because he wanted something from her.
She played it cool and replied, “Yeah, much better
“How could you suddenly have food poisoning? How’s your appetite these days? Should I have our housekeeper cook you some food?”
“Dad, don’t bother. I have a housekeeper at home too, she can make me food too if I want”
“You always did like the food our housekeeper made”
Celeste pursed her lips and didn’t refuse any further. “Thank you, Dad.”
“You’re my daughter, you don’t need to thank me,” Shawn paused and continued, “Actually, I’ve been feeling bad these past few days. I don’t know how ! could be so careless and lose my temper with you. He sighed regretfully, “I regretted it as soon as we left the hospital that day. Giving you the bracelet was my way of apologizing If you still have any grievances, just say it. I won’t blame you”
if it was a few years earlier, she might have been moved by Shawn’s words
in the years before Caitlyns accident. Celeste had a good impression of Shawn because of Caitlyn painting a good image of him.
However, after Caitlyns accident, his cold and ruthless choices had left her bitterly disappointed
At has core he was a selfish unfeeling person His fatherly love for her always had an ulterior motive
Internally she scoffed but she kept her tone light. Let’s just let the past be the past. Dad. We all have our unique challenges”
Im glad you think that way Shawn sighed with rebet, “There’s still another thing. Angel started working at Quantum. She just arrived and probably doesnt know a lot of things You should tell Liam to be more accommodating”
Celestes face darkened
“Cadrit she have a job already? Why did she go to Quantum ?”
“Her previous job had no room for promotion Quantum happened to be hiring so I had her give it a try I didn’t expect her to actually pass and start today I originally thought we could all get together to celebrate for her, but considering your recent poor health, let’s just postpone it”
Celeste couldn’t believe it
Quanturris turing requirements were so strict Angel couldn’t possibly pass by her on abilities
Liam had never mentioned this before
Celeste replied emotionlessly “Liam doesnt like me interfering with the company’s affairs. I may be powerless to help. If Angel passed on her own, then she shouldn’t have any issues i feel like you’re worrying too much”
“That won’t be a problem Liam will defrutely take care of her for your sake Shawn paused and said, “With Angel at Quantum, if there’s something going on with Liam, you’ll know right away, right?
His insinuation was that he had helped her plant a mole next to Liam, allowing her to learn information more easily and secure her position.
It was as if he genuinely cared about her, but what he really cared about was Angel.
Quantum was different from their small family business.
The Fortune 500 company she was about to join was a leading figure in the industry and a magnet for top talents. Once Angel stepped through its doors, she would mingle with a completely different social stratum. With Quantum on her resume, her identity in the future wouldn’t be confined to being the adopted daughter of the Campbell family, but would extend to being recognized as a high-profile talent.
This would greatly help her future marriage and career.
Shawn had never cared for his own daughter like this before.
The whole situation felt ironic to her.
She replied sarcastically. “I never thought you’d plan everything for me.”
