Chapter 794

“I can’t accept such expensive things, Finn,” Angeline claimed. When in truth, she was only rejecting the boxes because they had come from Jay Ares, a man Angeline no longer wished to have anything to do with anymore. Finn smiled. “It is the president’s wish, Miss Severe.” Angeline pulled a long face. “Even more the reason I cannot accept.” Sensing Finn’s inner turmoil, Shirley spoke for him, “Mr. Finn is just following orders, Little Angeline. Let’s not make his job any more difficult than it has to be.” Finn took the lifeline Shirley tossed over. “You know how the president is, Miss Severe. I’d surely be punished if I couldn’t follow orders. If you’re adamant on returning these gifts, Miss Severe, it would be best that you return them to the president yourself.” Angeline stopped protesting. After Finn had loaded everything off the car, Shirley approached with a courteous invite. “Would you like to come in for tea, Mr. Finn? You must be tired from all the driving.” Fin