The Woman From Hell novel (Wanda and Theo) novel Chapter 2541

"You find this amusing, President Zeke."

The matter between Theo and I had become the talk of the town. It would be quite difficult for one not to know.

Gareth looked at me, tenderness appearing in his eyes. "We've not met, have we, President Lane?"

"No. This would be our first meeting." I nodded.

He was speaking in a much softer tone now. "You look very much like an old friend of mine."

Of course, I knew who he meant by this 'old friend', yet I could not say anything.

Pretending to be confused, I asked, "What an honor. I wonder who this old friend of yours is?"

A cloud of mist shrouded Gareth's eyes. He looked as if he was recalling something. He came back to his senses after a while. Recovering his demeanor, Gareth shook his head and responded, "It's nothing. You've never met me, President Lane. Neither have you worked with Zeke Shimmer before. I wonder what's the purpose of your visit?"

Seeing Conner behind him, I was a little suspicious.

He could tell I was hesitant and smiled as he said, "He's a trusted person of mine. There's no harm saying what you wish, President Lane."

No matter how much he trusted him, he probably had no knowledge of the Yards, no?

Without batting an eyelid, I started, "I won’t hold back, then. What I want to discuss with you has to do with the Yard family…"

Hearing this, Gareth's expression changed vastly, and he turned back. "Wait for me outside."

Conner did not think Gareth would ask him to leave and was stunned for a moment. "Yes."

He then left and closed the door.

I noted Gareth's expression turning serious as he stared at me. "Who the hell are you? Why do you have all these people behind you?"

Pursing my lips, I replied calmly, "My full name is Wanda Lane. Petra White once disclosed that I’m her biological daughter. Carlson and Yvonne Schuman are my adoptive parents."

He spread his hands out. "Why do you need me if you have so many backers to support you?"

"The Zeke family's power is not to be underestimated. I trust that with your added support, we will definitely have a winning chance. My brother, Tyler Schuman, is already in negotiations with the Wagners. I trust I will hear good news from them soon.”

"The old man of the Wagners is at odds with the Yard family. I think he would have already agreed. I do apologize, however, President Lane, but I won’t partake in this," Gareth said firmly as he looked at me.

I did not expect his refusal. "Why not?"

"You know I have my concerns since I do have a grudge against the Yards despite not having done anything in so many years. So please, President Lane, don't trouble me."