Fortunate to Have You This Lifetime - Chapter 222
Chapter 222: Chapter 222: Jade Carlson’s Case
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The knock on the door was made by a servant, followed by Purple Summers’ classmate, Zara Jameson.
Zara had heard that Purple was ill and came specifically to pay a visit. Unexpectedly, when the door was opened, there was a tall and handsome man inside, causing the girl to jump in surprise.
“Fourth young master, Miss Jameson is here to see Miss Summers,” the servant said.
Only then did Zara realize that the man before her was Purple’s brother.
She took a sneak peek at him, thinking that although rumors outside claimed Alexander Summers to be a wasteful playboy who indulged in debauchery, the man in front of her seemed pretty decent, nothing like the scandalous character he was painted out to be.
She thought again about how Purple’s initial reputation outside was not good either, but in reality, Purple was far better than the other Summers sisters.
It seemed that people just misunderstood these two siblings.
Alexander Summers led Zara up the stairs.
Taking advantage of this little time, Purple had changed her dirty clothes and quickly finished her soup to spare Alexander the trouble of feeding her.
Upon seeing Purple, Zara asked with concern if she was feeling any better.
“It’s just a mild fever,” Purple lightly smiled, “I’m feeble and have no energy. Resting for a few days should make it better.”
But Zara was serious: “Even though it’s just a mild fever, it’s been days. You should take it seriously. Health matters most, and can’t be neglected.”
Seeing the two of them talking, Alexander said, “Purple, you entertain your classmate. Call me if you need anything.”
As the two girls were talking, it wasn’t suitable for him, a grown man, to hang around.
Once Alexander had left, Purple said to Zara, “Actually, I’ve improved a lot. I was so dizzy a few days ago that I couldn’t get out of bed. My family was worried, so they wanted me to rest at home for a few more days before going back to school.”
Zara took out a couple of notebooks from her bag, “I’ve brought the recent notes. You can read them when you have some time. It might help you prepare for next week’s class.”
“That’s great, thank you, Zara,” Purple was pleased. Zara was considerate.
Zara lightly smiled and said, “You once said that every cloud has a silver lining. Getting ill this time wasn’t completely bad after all. See, you’ve managed to avoid this week’s physical examination. The girls in our class are really worried about it.”
Most of Grey’s female students were refined ladies from reputable families. Their most dreaded subject was Physical Education, which was a compulsory course for high school students and the grades were included in the final score.
“Jane McCain must be worried.”
“Yes, I’m worried too. Even thinking about the 8oom test scares me.”
Purple couldn’t help but laugh at the thought of the girls in her class looking dispirited on the playground.
The two chatted about school for a while.
Zara said to Purple, “My parents heard that you were ill and are really worried. They wanted to visit you, but were afraid it might inconvenience you.”
“They are elders, they shouldn’t need to come and visit me.” Purple waved her hands in denial, “Moreover, I’m about to recover, there’s no need to bother them.”
“Actually… besides coming to see you… there’s something else…” Zara hemmed and hawed.
Purple asked in confusion, “What is it?”
“Do you…you know…about the recently solved case involving the murder of a little girl?” Zara asked her.
Purple blinked and nodded, “Sure. It’s such a big case. It’s been making headlines every day recently.”
Zara seemed hesitant to speak, “The mother of the suspect in the child murder case is an acquaintance of my mother. This coincidence, plus the fact that my brother overturned a verdict… Recently she came to our house, wanting us to find a lawyer to help overturn her son’s case… My mother told me to ask for your opinion. If you are not willing, we will just make an excuse. However, if you are willing… we would like to bring her over to meet you.”
After she finished speaking, Zara added, “My mom said that this case is currently under a lot of scrutiny. It is very sensitive and troublesome, so even if you refuse, she will completely understand! You really don’t need to pressure yourself.”
Upon hearing these words, Purple fell silent for a while.
This was a case Jade Carlson was working on…
