CHAPTER 553: CHAPTER 553: BACK ON TRACK

But not calling off the engagement doesn’t mean he can’t do anything to Helen Hale.

Helen Hale shouldn’t think that marrying into the Sheridan Family allows her to behave as she did in the Hale Family, relying on the Sheridan Family’s power to boss people around.

She’s the young Mrs. Sheridan, but she can only be a decoration.

If Helen Hale goes on behaving as a decoration, that’s fine, but if she dares to do anything against him, he’ll make her understand what true regret is.

"Helen Hale, remember your status. Don’t you dare disgrace the Sheridan Family again, or you’ll get out of here sooner."

Helen Hale gritted her molars, her entire body trembling.

"Harrison Sheridan, how can you treat me like this?"

"I do want to treat you well, but do you cherish it? Do you care? Now I understand, you’re just a woman who thinks less of those who are good to you and chase after those who ignore you. Since you don’t care about my good intentions, why should I waste my feelings?"

Helen Hale looked somewhat embarrassed.

Because she realized Harrison Sheridan was right.

She was obsessed with things she couldn’t get, like Julian Hawthorne.

When Harrison Sheridan used to obey her every word, she didn’t take him seriously because it came too easily. In the end, Harrison Sheridan was just her stepping stone; once she jumped to a higher position, Harrison Sheridan was someone she could discard at any time.

But now, Harrison Sheridan no longer listened to her. If she offended him, her plans would come to nothing.

Helen Hale couldn’t imagine what her life would be like without Harrison Sheridan.

She looked at Harrison Sheridan, with a face full of grievance and desperation, as if deeply hurt by him.

Harrison Sheridan was mentally cursing, clearly she was the one who was two-timing, yet now she acted so wronged, making it seem like he was the one who let her down.

The more Harrison Sheridan looked at Helen Hale’s act, the more he found it disgusting.

"Helen Hale, stop pretending in front of me, do you think I would still soften my heart for you?"

Harrison Sheridan sneered, "A woman like you isn’t worth my kindness."

Helen Hale seemed even more hurt, wondering why even Harrison Sheridan had changed?

Why treat her like this?

She was just a poor woman who wanted to find love. She had sacrificed so much for love, and she felt enough was enough. Why didn’t Harrison cherish her, but instead uttered hurtful words, deeply wounding her?

Helen Hale felt heartbroken, thinking there was no one more miserable than herself.

She just looked at Harrison Sheridan, waiting for him to realize his mistake and soften up, to speak kindly to her.

But Harrison Sheridan didn’t; instead, his words grew increasingly vicious.

"Helen Hale, you are truly skilled, deceiving many men with this look. I was foolish enough to believe you were simple and kind, thus muddling my mind into agreeing to marry you. If you were truly that simple and kind, how would you end up like this? There’s an old saying, ’to be pitied is to be despised’, and you’re the most despicable of all. You married me, claimed to want a happy life with me, but treated me as a stepping stone to re-enter high society. Once inside, you’re planning to openly cheat on me, making me a laughingstock? Do you think everyone but you is stupid, and only you are the clever one? Luckily, I’ve seen through you now. If you dare to betray me in the future, just wait and see..."

Helen Hale trembled, looking at Harrison Sheridan with indignation, "Harrison Sheridan, you will regret treating me this way!"

Even if Harrison Sheridan kneeled for forgiveness in the future, she would never forgive him again.

Although she didn’t love this man, she had her pride. If he dared to harm her like this, he’d better be prepared for her never-ending resentment!

Harrison Sheridan sneered, "The thing I regret most is being with you, agreeing to marry you."

With that, he turned away, leaving decisively.

Helen Hale felt humiliated, wishing to proudly declare to Harrison Sheridan that she wouldn’t marry him, that she no longer wanted him.

But she no longer had the capital to be proud, and even those she despised now needed her careful attempts at pleasing.

How did she, Helen Hale, end up like this?

She cried in sorrow.

But at that moment, she suddenly saw a sports car parked near the hotel entrance.

The car window was down, and Helen Hale saw Austin Xavier sitting inside.

Austin Xavier’s gaze was fixed in a certain direction, and as Helen Hale followed it, she saw Julian Hawthorne and Paige Sterling taking wedding photos through the glass.

Indeed, who in social circles didn’t know of Austin Xavier’s infatuation with Paige Sterling?

Ha, these men are like they’ve been bewitched, ignoring the kind women, yet falling for the likes of Paige Sterling.

She bit her lip and walked towards the sports car, then bent down, smiling at Austin Xavier, "Young Master Xavier, long time no see."

Her view was blocked, and Austin Xavier was clearly displeased, his face a bit dark, "Get lost."

Helen Hale froze, finding the situation unbearable.

How could Austin Xavier treat her so harshly?

In the past, she might have left in a huff, but now...

She chuckled, "Young Master Xavier is deeply in love with Miss Sterling. Watching the woman you love marry another man and smile in his arms, that must be hard to bear."

Austin Xavier’s expression turned sinister, and Helen Hale felt intimidated by his gaze.

People in their circle knew Austin Xavier’s character; unruly and reckless, capable of anything.

Those who offended Austin Xavier usually didn’t end well.

Especially in recent years, Austin Xavier’s temper had worsened, and without the backing of the Hale Family, Helen Hale feared provoking him could lead to his retribution.

But now, Austin Xavier was the only person she could reach who could take on Julian Hawthorne.

She couldn’t give up this sliver of hope; she had to try again. What if she succeeded?

"Young Master Xavier, I understand your feelings. After all, I’m experiencing similar pain..."

She heaved a sigh, "I know that you and Miss Sterling grew up together, childhood sweethearts with a deep bond. Such feelings cannot be matched by others. Miss Sterling surely holds a place for you in her heart, but due to various reasons, she ultimately chose Julian Hawthorne. Heaven truly plays tricks on people, keeping lovers apart while forcing ill-suited pairs together, causing everyone pain..."

Austin Xavier coolly glanced at Helen Hale’s affected demeanor.

Indeed, Helen Hale wasn’t smart. Being not smart is one thing, but she was also malicious; she perfectly embodied the phrase – dumb and toxic.

Yet she believed herself clever, always trying to outsmart those actually smarter than her, with no self-awareness, so it’s no surprise she ended up like this.

But, dealing with someone this foolish sometimes didn’t require much effort, because she was easy to manipulate.

So Austin Xavier didn’t chase Helen Hale away; he coldly asked, "What does Miss Hale want to say?"

Helen Hale knew Austin Xavier had taken the bait and asked, "Do you mind if I get in the car?"

Without a word from Austin Xavier, Helen Hale opened the door and got inside.

She said, "I want to know, does Young Master Xavier want to correct the misalignment and set everything back on track?"

What do you mean by ’back on track’?" Austin Xavier asked.