Chapter 4086
Married At First Sight Novel
Chapter 4086
Spencer found himself torn, unsure whether his feelings for Victoria were rooted in love or friendship. His choice to return to Huyoniville was not solely about advancing his career; it also provided him an opportunity to reflect and sort through his emotions. For over 20 years, he and Victoria had been childhood sweethearts, their connection as profound as the ocean. Yet, neither could clearly define their relationship as either love or friendship. Years prior, both families had envisioned a marriage between them, believing they were a perfect match in terms of status and compatibility. However, their relationship resembled that of close siblings more than romantic partners, and Spencer had never even said the words “I love you” to Victoria. When Victoria’s family business began to decline and faced bankruptcy, the Chouinard family’s perspective shifted. Suddenly, the prospect of a marriage between Spencer and Victoria no longer appeared advantageous. Concerned that Victoria’s family might drag them into financial ruin, the Chouinard family started to discourage the relationship. Nevertheless, Spencer continued to quietly support Victoria’s family. Despite his reputation as a successful professional, Spencer’s financial situation was precarious. Most of his earnings had been directed toward loans for Victoria’s father, helping to keep their business afloat. Business loans are inherently risky; if the recipient manages to recover and thrive, the lender can expect to recoup their investment. However, if the venture fails, the debt becomes an overwhelming burden. Victoria’s father’s business was struggling, and the chances of repayment diminished with each passing day. Spencer’s parents were fully aware of the situation, understanding how much money he had lent to Victoria’s family and recognizing the depth of the…
The Chouinard family had already become entangled in their situation. Recognizing that the other side’s business was unlikely to recover, they decided it was time to cut their losses. When Spencer was assigned to oversee domestic operations in Huyoniville, his parents seized the opportunity to direct him toward Abby. They began arranging chances for Spencer and Abby to connect, hoping to realign their family’s interests.
To the Chouinard family, Spencer’s longstanding relationship with Victoria could not take precedence over their business priorities or his future. “Abby, is this the Mr. Chouinard you always talk about?” Evan interjected, his tone casual yet intentional. Without waiting for a response, he extended his hand toward Spencer. “Mr. Chouinard, nice to meet you. I’m Evan York.”
Evan had noticed the way Spencer’s gaze lingered on Abby, filled with emotions he couldn’t quite interpret. Feeling uneasy, he decided to assert his presence before being entirely overshadowed. Spencer, caught up in the moment, hadn’t even realized Evan was there until he spoke. Abby, on the other hand, seemed unaware of the tension.
Evan stepped closer to Abby, positioning himself beside her. After introducing himself, he reached out for a handshake, cheerfully adding “Brother” to his greeting. Spencer regarded Evan with skepticism but shook his hand out of politeness.
“Brother Spencer, Evan is my friend. Just a friend,” Abby clarified, her tone light and unassuming. However, Spencer could read between the lines. Locking eyes with Evan, he quickly deduced the truth: Evan wasn’t merely a casual companion—he was clearly pursuing Abby. And Abby seemed to reciprocate, at least to some extent, or she wouldn’t have brought him along to the airport.
The two men shared an unspoken understanding during their encounter.
It was a brief but charged exchange. They maintained a calm demeanor on the surface, yet the intensity of their gazes revealed their true thoughts. After their handshake, Spencer remarked, “Ah, so you’re the Fourth Young Master of the York family from Wiltspoon. The York Corporation and our company have collaborated before, albeit briefly.” Spencer’s tone was polite, but his words carried an underlying weight, signaling to Evan that he was no stranger to power or influence.
Evan smiled courteously, though his thoughts were far less friendly. “If an opportunity arises in the future, we should certainly collaborate again.” Internally, Evan scoffed at the notion. There was no way he would ever allow Spencer a chance to work with the York Corporation. In fact, he was determined to obstruct Spencer at every opportunity. A rival like Spencer required challenges, not chances.