Chapter 7 Warning Menu Everett , afraid that his wife would get even angrier , didnt dare to delay and immediately made a phone call to Andres . Kaitlyn paused for a moment to calm herself down and said , Since Keira wants to develop her own career , you should help her . You know well about acting and directing . We still have some influence in the industry these years . Help her as much as possible . Dont worry about that . Keira is my best student . Back then , she withdrew because of Andres . I was the most heartbroken one . You forgot ? I quarreled with this for that . I thought you shouldnt introduce them to each other . She sighed and said , I regret it too every time I think about that . When Andres received the phone call , he was having a meal with Marlee . She won a big prize and invited him out , asking him to invite her to a a dinner . Andres was feeling upset because Keira wanted to break up with him . When he received a phone call and heard Marlees sweet voice , he agreed without even thinking . He wished Keira was half as gentle and soft as Marlee . Keira called you ? Marlee was somewhat disappointed to see him answer the call during the meal . He frowned and shook his head , Its not her . My teacher suddenly called me , asking me to go to his place . I have to do . Watkins ? He is amazing . Can you take me to visit him together ? Andres wanted to refuse at first , but upon seeing the anticipation on her face , he swallowed his refusal . He couldnt help but hold her face and said , Lets go , but you need to be careful and cautious when we get there . He will be unhappy to see irrelevant people . Marlee pouted and clapped his hands . She said with her voice filled with anticipation . I just want to meet Mr. If I have the chance to act in a movie directed by him , even if its just a supporting role , I would be completely satisfied . Andres looked at her tenderly and said , If he comes out again , I will try my best to help you fight for a role . Everett lived in a Western style house , with a moderately sized courtyard in front and a regular fence gate as the entrance . The two of them sat in the room . Through the window , they could see the scene at the front door . Seeing Andres get out of the car , Everett said to his wife , Dont be too angry at Andres . I want them to be a happy couple . Keira is soft hearted . Let Andres apologize and say something nice to Keira . Tell him to have some limits and keep a distance … Before he could finish his words , Kaitlyn slapped the table in anger . Everett was taken aback , Why are you so jumpy ? Didnt I say not to get too angry ? Dont get too angry ? Look whos coming . How can I not get angry ? Kaitlyn sneered and shouted at the maid who was about to open the door , Dont open the door 56 % Chapter 7 Warning for him . Menu Kaitlyn watched as Andres got out of the car and then opened the car door for Marlee . Everett saw Marlee and Andres standing side by side in front of the door . Marlee talked to Andres with her head slightly raised . She looked at the man beside her with a charming expression and a hint of admiration . Actually , they looked perfect for each other . But Keira looked better than Marlee . Everett took out his phone and searched for Marlees name . He selected a photo and compared it to the girl outside the door over and over again . Finally , he confirmed , Its Marlee . After saying this , he furrowed his brow , saying , We dont know her . What is she here for ? What is she here for ? Youre getting old , and your mind doesnt work well anymore ! Kaitlyn felt suffocated and annoyed , saying , Of course , she followed her friend to build connections ! Everett chuckled and said , You can feel sorry for Keira but dont be too angry . Thats bad for your health . What should we do now ? You decide . Andres pressed the doorbell for the second time outside . You called him and said that we had gone out temporarily before he arrived , and asked him to wait outside the door . Kaitlyn waved her hand again and said , Alice , go and tell him that hes late . Tell him that we went out ten minutes ago . Ask him to wait outside . Alice hesitated , Mrs. Watkins , what should I say if if he wants to come in ? Block the door . Dont open it . Tell him that I let him wait outside . Everett understood her . She let Andres wait to vent her anger for Keira . But it was just a warning . Kaitlyn didnt mean to be too harsh . Alice hurriedly ran over and apologized to Andres , Mr. Finley , Im sorry . I was busy and didnt hear the doorbell . She didnt even open the door . Andres frowned slightly and asked , Where are Mr. Watkins ? As soon as he asked , Everett called him . Okay , Mr. I will wait I will wait for you at home . No hurry . After he hung up the phone , Marlee tilted her head and smiled innocently , looking pure and harmless . Well , lets wait a bit then . Anyway , I have nothing to do today . Andres gently patted her head to comfort him . Then he looked at Alice and said , Alice , can we go in then ? Alice had no intention of opening the door . She politely smiled and said , Mrs. Watkins asked to wait outside , they will be back soon . Andres looked bewildered , Outside ? you 5.6 % hapter 7 Warning Everett and Kaitlyn were good to him and Keira , treating them no differently than their ow Biological children . They called him to come over but they suddenly left and refused to let him get into the hose ? Andres asked , Do you know what happened to them ? Where did they go ? If theres any trouble , I can go and help . Alice shook her head and said , I dont know . They just told me that they had something to do Marlee stood by and sensed something wrong . She turned to reassure him , Andres , dont overthink it . Maybe they just had something urgent to attend to and asked us to wait here . Lets wait for a while . Its not hot today anyway . We can enjoy the scenery here . Its a good place here She had her hair half tied up today . In a white long dress with a big bow tied at the back want , she looked pure and sweet , just like a college student who had not yet graduated She made her debut by playing the role of a pure and innocent girl in a campus drama . She was hailed by fans as all the mens first love girlfriend . Andres was attracted . He reached up to tidy her hair that had been tousled by the wind . Seeing how intimate they were , Kaitlyn almost dropped the cup in her hand . In a hurry , Everett intercepted and said , Calm down . This is from Oklahoma . Quite expensive . Kaitlyn snorted coldly and slammed the cup heavily on the table with a bang . Andres waited for one hour . He glanced at his watch , with a hint of impatience on his face . He wanted to make a phone call but was stopped by Marlee . Her bangs on the side of her forehead were soaked with sweat , sticking to her skin . Lets wait a little longer . We have already waited for so long . What if we annoy Mr. Watkins ? They might have a bad impression of us then . Andres took a deep breath , suppressing the restlessness in his heart . They waited for about another half an hour . Then the neighbor next door came out of the house . He asked with a smile , You come to see Mr. Watkins ? Andres remained silent , and Marlee simply replied , Yes . Sometimes I do envy Mr. Watkins and his wife . Although they have no children , they have their students come to visit them often after retirement . A beautiful girl came this morning This neighbor was warm hearted . Once she started talking , he couldnt stop . I have to say I have never seen such a beautiful girl before . Watkins is a film director . 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