Chapter 1217: Chapter 1217: Temporary Compromise
Even if it meant marrying someone, no matter who, it would still secure her status.
So, in Uncle Marshall’s view, this was also an opportunity others could only dream of, and deep down, he believed Noah Yates was very fond of his eldest daughter.
Having just arrived in country A today, he planned to take her back to the old family house to meet other family members tomorrow, showing such importance that surpassed even the Young Master and the second young lady.
Uncle Spencer thought Scarlett Yates would be very happy, but when he looked at her, he found that she didn’t have the slightest smile on her face.
Not only did she not smile, but her expression was even more unpleasant than before he mentioned this matter.
"Did he say what he would do if I didn’t go back to the family house with him tomorrow?" Scarlett asked indifferently after a few seconds of silence.
She had no desire to be included in the Yates Family registry, much less become the so-called eldest young lady of the Yates Family.
She believed that her brother and sister, whom she had never even met, would also not be thrilled about suddenly having an older sister.
For most people in the Yates Family, her existence would likely make them feel very uncomfortable.
And for her, a complex family background like the Yates Family was something she wanted to avoid.
She had a strong intuition that once she truly became the rightful eldest daughter of the Yates Family, her future days would be anything but pleasant, adding a lot of trouble.
Moreover, Noah Yates had wronged her mother, something she could not forgive.
A man who had wronged his wife and abandoned his daughter would not be forgiven by her, no matter how well he treated her now.
"Miss, sir said if you’re unwilling, he would have no choice but to forcefully bring you back. He also said you’re a smart girl and know exactly what to do."
Forceful means?
Scarlett sneered, "Does he mean if I refuse, someone will escort me back by force, is that right?"
Noah Yates was indeed very overbearing now, even resorting to threats.
Power is truly something; those who have it can command others at will.
"This..." Uncle Marshall’s expression was a bit awkward, and he coughed lightly, smiling somewhat unnaturally, "With the young lady’s noble status, who would dare to forcefully take you back?"
But Scarlett knew very well that if she insisted on staying under Noah Yates’ disapproval, someone would indeed take her away by force.
Such a thing, she would never have believed Noah Yates capable of before.
But now...
She had no doubt he would do it.
The memory of her gentle and loving father could only remain in her memories.
Although she was unwilling to believe it, she had to admit that looking for the familial love of the past from Noah Yates was impossible.
"I know what to do. Tell him I’ll return first thing in the morning," Scarlett reluctantly compromised, having no choice but to deal with the immediate situation for now, leaving other matters for later consideration.
Perhaps, when the time comes, she’ll naturally know what to do.
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After sending Uncle Marshall away, Scarlett returned to her room.
She didn’t know when Matthew Saxon would wake up, as he was sleeping quite soundly.
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