Chapter 70

Zoey glanced at Amelia, who was bowing and apologizing in front of her, and felt a mix of emotions.

If it weren't for Henry, Amelia would never be this sincere in her apology.

Zoey clutched the bank card Odette had left her, remembering how Odette had thought of her even in her final moments. A wave of sadness and pain washed over her, but she decided not to hold a grudge against Amelia.

"Amelia, you can get up. I need to ask you something. Did my mom have any enemies when she was alive? Was there anything suspicious before she died? Or when she found you, did she act strange?"

Zoey was convinced Odette had been murdered; otherwise, she wouldn't have left her such a large sum of money. Odette must have known someone was out to get her.

Arthur probably didn't know about this money. If Odette had trusted him, she wouldn't have given it to Amelia.

Amelia thought for a moment, then shook her head apologetically. "I mostly lived in Starlight City back then and rarely came to Maple City, so I don't know much about your mom's affairs."

She added, "When Odette came to me, she just said she hoped you'd grow up happy and joyful. I didn't notice anything else."

Zoey's eyes dimmed, and her mood sank.

Seeing Zoey's sad face, Henry told Amelia, "You can go now. Make sure Alexander stays away from Zoey."

Amelia was secretly relieved. It seemed Henry wouldn't pursue the matter with Alexander anymore.

She quickly assured Henry. "Got it, Mr. Windsor. I'll keep an eye on Alexander."

After saying goodbye to Zoey, she walked towards the door.

Henry followed her to the door and said, "I don't want any news about me reaching Starlight City. Got it?"

Amelia looked at Henry's icy face and shivered, nodding repeatedly. "Yes, Mr. Windsor. No one will know your affairs in Maple City."

Only then did Henry look satisfied.

"Zoe, if you're feeling sad, just cry it out. Gabriel and Travis won't hear."

After closing the door, Henry came to the sofa, held Zoey on his lap, and spoke gently.

Zoey leaned against his chest and finally let herself cry.

She really missed Odette.

At the same time, Zoey vowed to find out the truth about Odette's death.

After half an hour, Zoey's emotions had calmed down. She pulled away from Henry and, seeing his chest wet from her tears, apologized, "Mr. Windsor, looks like you need to change your clothes."

Henry wiped the tears from Zoey's eyes. "Feeling better now?"

Zoey nodded. "Yes, thank you, Mr. Windsor."

"Since you're my girlfriend now, it's my job to take care of you."

Henry smiled and gently tapped Zoey's nose with his finger.

Zoey's eyes widened. "Mr. Windsor, what did you say?"

Henry kissed her cheek. "Zoe, did you forget what I said yesterday?"

"You mean you want me to be your girlfriend?"

Zoey looked into his deep eyes and saw her reflection clearly in them.

"Don't you want to?" Henry held Zoey tightly in his arms, his lips gently nibbling on her ear.

A tingling sensation spread through her body, and she couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed. She never thought her body could be so sensitive, reacting just from a nibble on her ear.

Was it because it was Henry doing this?

"Mr. Windsor, you have an extraordinary status. It's more suitable for you to find a socialite in Starlight City who matches your status. I'm just a single mother. If I'm with you, your family will definitely oppose it."

Zoey laid out the reality in front of Henry, making it clear that if she were to have a relationship, it wouldn't be just for fun.

Henry looked into Zoey's serious eyes and became solemn.

"Zoe, status and position have never mattered to me. I just want to be with you. I'll also treat Gabriel and Travis as my own sons and raise them."

Seeing Henry seriously making a promise to her, Zoey felt a flutter in her heart.

In the next moment, she took the initiative to kiss Henry, but it was just a light peck, as she only wanted to show her feelings to him.

However, how could Henry be satisfied with just a peck? As soon as Zoey pulled away, he immediately kissed her again, holding her tightly for a long time.

Time seemed to blur, and before she knew it, Henry had undressed her, her lingerie barely staying in place.

The air around them was as hot as a volcano. Henry couldn't hold back any longer and picked up Zoey, intending to take her to the bedroom.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang, bringing Zoey back to her senses.

She pushed Henry away, put on her clothes, and said to him, "It must be John. There must be something important from the company."

Henry's face darkened. He suppressed his anger at being interrupted and helped Zoey fasten her bra before getting up to open the door.

"Mr. Windsor, Dr. Green has finalized the results..."

When Henry opened the door, he saw John looking at him excitedly. Before John could finish his sentence, Henry gave him a look.

John was stunned and wondered if Henry's eyes were uncomfortable.

"Mr. Windsor, are you feeling unwell? Do you need Dr. Green to examine you now?" he asked before hearing Zoey's voice from the living room.

Immediately, John understood Henry's real meaning of the look and didn't say anything further.

Henry took the manila envelope from John's hand and then turned to Zoey. "It's just a routine check-up. I get one every six months. I'll go upstairs to put this away and change my clothes."

Then he turned to John. "You can go back to the company now."

He was worried that if John stayed, Zoey might inquire about his health, and John could let something slip accidentally.

John said to Zoey, "Ms. Spencer, there are things at the company that need my attention, so I'll be leaving now."

Zoey wanted to ask John if Henry was unwell but had to give up the idea.

"Can I see the check-up results?" As soon as John left, Zoey, worried, came over to Henry to get an update on his health.