Chapter 18 Sponsorshipl Ariella steadied herself and quietly watched him . In the past , whenever he cried , her heart felt as if it were brutally struck by a heavy blow . The pain was so intense she couldnt breathe . So she ignored whether his crying was real or fake . For example , now , though Leonels face was tear streaked , his eyes showed no sadness . He used crying to get what he wanted . Her tone was calm . Im not blaming you for pushing me . Leonel stopped crying instantly . 签到 得 阅 市 She went on , However , this is only because I wasnt hurt . Otherwise , I would talk to your dad about your behavior . Leonels eyes widened , shocked by her cold words . Hensley , thats enough ! Ruth , feeling a surge of sympathy for Leonel , stood protectively in front of him . Youve been home the whole time , so you dont see how busy Mr. Hensley is . Youre failing at your family responsibilities , and youre always having these huge emotional outbursts . Plus , you keep pestering him about divorce and trivial things . Isnt that just too much ? With Ruths support , Leonel stopped crying and even snorted at Ariella . He seemed to agree with Ruth . Ariella didnt want to argue , but since Ruth had spoken , she wanted to clarify something shed been puzzled about . Herring , helping Mr. Hensley is your job , but why do you always interfere in his family affairs ? Actually , Ruth was different from Lailah . Lailahs ambitions were clear ; she wanted to advance . Ruth had been overly concerned about Jovan since joining the company , but she didnt seem to have any interest in taking Ariellas place and becoming his wife . Ariella truly didnt understand Ruth . So , Ariella always remained cautious around her . Ruth pressed her lips together , a brief look of disdain flashing in her eyes . She looked disdainful as if she thought the question was ridiculous . Youve always been content as a housewife , so you wouldnt understand . I come from a poor family . If it wasnt for Mr. Hensleys sponsorship years ago , I would have ended up married to that idiot from the neighboring village ! After getting into college , I vowed to repay Mr. So , besides helping Mr. Hensley with his workload , I also want to make him happy . He saved my whole life ; I can do anything for him ! 13:02 8.9 % < Chapter 18 Sponsorship2 Chapter 18 Sponsorship2 签到 得 阅 市 Mrs. Hensley , I have a sister who got sponsored . After she graduated , she became a housewife . I slapped her ten times . and ended all contact with her . She just wanted to rely on a man to live . I think she would have been better off staying in the village , struggling alone , instead of wasting Mr. Hensleys money ! She spoke firmly and righteously . She openly showed her disdain for housewives who didnt aim higher . Ariella wasnt angry . She was surprised . After surviving a fall off a cliff and being rescued by Jovan , she felt deeply grateful to be alive . In gratitude , she used her savings to sponsor several girls living in the mountain villages . Later , when Jovan wanted to take over the Hensley Group , he used sponsoring these poor students to improve his public image . Youve worked here for two years , right ? Ruths expression cooled , and then she sneered , Mrs. Hensley , what does this have to do with you ? Ariellas tone stayed calm , I thought , after two years as Jovans assistant , you should know who started the Hensley Groups foundation . Ruth frowned , a puzzled look on her face . Are you implying it was you ? Mrs. Hensley , dont be ridiculous . As a housewife who doesnt bring in any income , how could you possibly influence the companys foundation ? I cant believe youd try to pull that off to deceive me . Ariella frowned . A full time housewife may not earn money , but her work is invaluable . Childcare experts , tutors , organizers , psychological counselors , emotional support providers , chefs , etc. , you know their annual salaries . A full time housewife combines all these skills to serve the family , but the husband cant pay her properly ; thats the husbands fault . Ruth , you should blame the incompetent husband who undervalues his wife , not the full time housewife ! As she spoke , she took Rauls hand and started to leave . After a few steps , she turned back . Ruth , since you were sponsored to become who you are today , you should have a better understanding of womens strength . You can pretend not to know about the foundation , but I advise you , dont be narrow minded , or you wont make any progress . She held Rauls hand and walked away slowly . 13.02 9.1 % < Chapter 18 Sponsorship3 Chapter 18 Sponsorship3 A gentle breeze blew , and the sunset lengthened her shadow . Ruth watched her leave , her heart trembling uncontrollably . Though she didnt understand why , those words made her feel a forgotten passion . Leonel asked , crying . Herring , why didnt you stop my mom ? The voice wasnt loud , but it shocked Ruth , making her tremble . 21824 When she was young , a beautiful woman was sold by a trafficker to her village . Despite being severely beaten , the woman still resisted and managed to escape . At that time , she admired that woman and hoped she would have a good life . But her father and village elders were angry . Why didnt you stop her? Keep searching ! If found , kill her , dont let her escape ! She saw their crazy , hateful faces and had nightmares for nights . From then on , she decided to leave that village . Now , that terrifying question echoed in her ears , and she stared at Leonel in disbelief . Why should I stop her ? Whether she chooses to live separately or to divorce your father , its entirely her decision . Leonel got upset and hit Ruths back . No ! Shes my mom , she should stay home and take care of me , love only me . I dont care , I want my mom ! He shouted loudly again . Ruths brow furrowed in annoyance . Just then , Jovan called . Where did you take Leo ? Ruth glanced at Leo , now calm , and replied softly , Leo is in a bad mood ; he asked me to walk with him . Okay , bring him home soon . Please make sure he eats dinner . Ill be back at nine . Ruth said Okay , then paused before speaking . Hensley , theres a foundation event on the 26th , and you need to cut the ribbon . You can go for me . But Laurel Mercer , whom you sponsored , will be there . She gripped her phone tightly . Laurel wrote a thank you letter to her sponsor , and the sponsor replied . This reply revealed her sponsor was Jovan . To this day , Laurel still emailed the sponsor . So , hearing this news , Jovan , as the sponsor , would react , even if he didnt want to go . 13.02 9.3 % < Chapter 18 Sponsorship3 Her heart tightened . 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