Chapter 814 Progress

Chapter 814 Progress

Ezra then unwrapped his own gift. It was a very cool electronic watch, perfect for his current student status, and it was a limited edition.

The gifts for Gaia and her husband were a set of gemstone jewelry and a famous painting, respectively.

These thoughtful and generous gifts made everyone very happy. Such considerate gifts quickly won over the hearts of the Wallace Family. The Wallace Family even invited Paul to stay for lunch.

"Auntie." Hearing Paul call Gaia, Christina's eyelid twitched.

Gaia looked at Paul in confusion.

Paul grabbed Christina's hand, interlocking their fingers. Paul said, "Actually, Christina and I registered our marriage here yesterday."

"What?" Gaia's eyes widened in disbelief. Gaia's husband was also shocked. 'Christina and Paul hadn't known each other for long, and they skipped dating to get married?'

Knowing that flash marriages were common nowadays, this was still too crazy.

Gaia looked at Christina inquiringly.

Christina nodded; she would have to tell Gaia and her parents sooner or later.

Gaia stood up and pulled Christina into her room. "Did you really register your marriage?"

"Yes."

"Do your parents know about this?"

Christina replied, "Not yet, I plan to tell them tonight."

Gaia frowned. "Have you thought this through? The Thomas Family..."

"I don't directly involve myself in the Thomas Family matters. Tomorrow, Paul and I will meet his mother. After my exchange here ends, I'll return to the country. He will also return after handling things here."

Before coming to the Wallace Villa, Paul had already told Christina all his plans.

Gaia frowned, still a bit worried.

"Auntie." Christina hugged Gaia's arm, acting coquettishly.

Gaia couldn't resist and poked her forehead.

"We were worried that you weren't dating at your age and might have issues with your sexual orientation, but you went straight to marriage."

"I'm telling you that you must have a wedding. When you return to the country, discuss it properly. You can't let him wrong you."

"Okay, got it."

It wasn't until three in the afternoon that Paul left the Wallace Villa, returning to the Thomas Villa in high spirits.

At this time, Joseph wasn't home, and Ashley had just returned after having afternoon tea with friends. Seeing Paul home at this hour, she asked in confusion, "Didn't you go to the company today?"

"No, Mom, I got married," Paul said.

"What?" Ashley thought she had misheard.

So soon?

Paul replied, "Christina and I registered our marriage. Tomorrow, I'll bring her home for dinner."

Ashley was stunned, unable to react for a moment.

"Are you too happy to speak?" Paul teased.

Ashley slapped his arm. "Such a big thing as getting married, and you didn't discuss it with me."

Paul asked, "Would it have made a difference?"

Ashley paused. "Even if it wouldn't, you should have discussed it with me. What are your plans for the wedding?"

Paul told Ashley the result of his discussion with Christina.

Ashley frowned upon hearing that they wouldn't have a wedding for now but didn't object.

Ashley said, "Your dad probably won't agree."

If Joseph knew Christina and Paul were married, he would definitely want to hold a grand wedding, eager for the whole country to know.

Thus, leveraging the marriage with the Mitchell Family to bring better cooperation to the Thomas Group.

"He doesn't get a say in this," Paul said coldly. Then, he helped Ashley sit on the sofa.

Paul continued, "Mom, you should consider divorcing him. I'll be returning to the country with my wife, and I can't leave you here alone."

Ashley was silent. She thought this wouldn't happen so soon, but Paul's speed was fast.

At ten o'clock at night, Paul received a call from Lucas.

When he answered, Lucas was silent for half a minute before speaking. "I've understood your family's situation. What are your plans?"

During the matchmaking, the introducer didn't provide detailed information. He originally thought Christina might not even like Paul, given all the misunderstandings between them, so he didn't investigate the Thomas Family deeply. He only knew that Ashley was from the Watson Family and that the Thomas Group was doing well in the country.

But he didn't expect Christina to actually be with Paul.

After hearing the news from the Wallace Family, he immediately had someone investigate the Thomas Family's specifics.

What he found was terrifying; Joseph was truly despicable.

Now that Christina and Paul were married, their interests were tied together. Lucas wanted to know Paul's plans for the future.

Paul laid everything out without reservation.

After listening, Lucas took a while to respond.

"I have one condition. Don't let Christina get hurt, or else..."

"I know, I won't," Paul answered seriously.

"Good, let me know if you need help."

"Okay, thank you, Dad."

Lucas was momentarily taken aback, then his smile widened.

Seraphina, listening nearby, asked as soon as he hung up. "How did it go? What did Paul say?"

"Don't worry, I trust my judgment. He's fine."

Seraphina looked disapproving. "They're being ridiculous."

"Kids have their own luck. With us around, Paul won't bully Christina. Don't worry, Christina isn't foolish; she knows what she wants."

Seraphina pouted, still disapproving, but with Lucas and Christina both having no objections, and since they were already married, her opinion didn't matter much.

The next day, Christina followed Paul to the Thomas Villa, bringing a gift for Ashley.

That evening, Ashley informed Joseph that Christina would visit them.

Joseph made a point to stay home today.

On the surface, Christina also gave Joseph a gift, though it wasn't as valuable as Ashley's.

Joseph didn't mind; he was interested in the benefits of marrying into the Mitchell Family.

"I didn't expect you two to move so fast. Here, Christina, this is a gift for our first meeting." Joseph handed Christina an envelope with money inside.

Christina glanced at Paul, and upon his signal, she accepted it.

Ashley also presented a gift, which Christina accepted without looking at Paul this time.

"Since you're already married, what are your plans?" Joseph asked again.

But this time, Christina's answer was different. "I have work back home. Once my work here is done, I'll return for now. Paul said he'll bring me over once his position in the company is stable."

Joseph frowned but nodded.

It would be best if Christina could come to the country to live with Paul. With Christina here, the Mitchell Family wouldn't refuse to help the Thomas Group.

As for Paul, he could give him a high-level position and let him be a company-kept waste.

With a plan in mind, Joseph was even more amiable to Christina.

Christina maintained a facade of warmth, feeling very uncomfortable as she finished the meal.