Abigail’s Second Life (Abigail and Sean)
Chapter 780 Her Replacement

Sean was stunned for a moment. She was putting on a ladylike act?

"Old Mrs. Graham obviously prefers gentle people, so I put on an act just to meet you. Whether we're compatible or not is not something that can be judged by elders at a glance. We have to spend time together to truly understand each other!" Irene blurted out in one breath.

Sean nodded. "You're right. I may be a bit reserved. Perhaps I should be more talkative."

Irene felt relieved upon hearing that.

"My manners may not be the best. I hope you can be patient with me," Irene commented.

Sean simply made a sound of agreement.

During the meal, Lina kindly inquired while having someone serve her food, "What's your favorite food?"

"I enjoy a wide variety of foods. I'm not fussy," Irene shyly replied to Lina.

She maintained a smile in front of Lina at all times.

After finishing his meal, Sean raised his hand to check the time. "It's getting late. I need to head back to the company."

"Irene, he's busy with work, so don't take it personally. I will keep you company for the meal." Lina was much kinder to Irene than she was to Abigail back then. "Okay." Irene smiled and agreed.

"If you're done eating, I'll give you a ride." Sean leaned back in his chair, his expression gentle.

Irene was full, but Lina had served her too much food, and she didn't want to appear wasteful. She didn't want Lina to think she was being wasteful and end up returning it. "Finish your meal, and then we can go. There's no need to worry. Oh, you can't finish all that, can you? Sorry for giving you so much." Lina offered her an out.

"I can't eat all of this. I'm sorry." Irene apologized uncomfortably.

"No need to apologize. We're practically family now." Lina smiled, clearly pleased.

Sean looked at Irene, unsure if she was being sincere.

After leaving the Grahams, Sean got into the car, and once Irene fastened her seatbelt, he politely asked, "Where to go?"

"I work as a designer at Allure. Just drop me off there." Irene felt much more relaxed.

There was no need to pretend anymore.

Sean's hand hesitated for a moment but quickly resumed its usual position.

When they arrived at Allure, Irene sat next to Sean, nervously asking, "Can I have your contact information?"

"Just scan the code." Sean took out his phone.

Irene immediately took out her phone and showed Sean her WhatsApp QR code.

After Sean added her as a friend, she got out of the car contentedly, waving at him. "Mr. Graham, I had a wonderful time at lunch today. How about dinner tonight?" "Sure, that sounds great." Sean nodded.

Blind dates were just like this.

If the couple felt comfortable, they would have a meal together and get to know each other better.

Back at the company, Xavien handed over the information he had found to Sean.

Irene's family also owned a company, but she seemed to be neglected. She had been living with her grandparents since she was young, studying to become a fashion designer and living a challenging life. She had always been independent, with her parents never really showing much care for her.

She worked hard to put herself through college and only recently managed to pay off her student loans.

It seemed that the Walkers temporarily brought her back to see if she could catch Sean's eye.

Upon careful consideration, it was also the Walkers' attempt to get lucky. If Sean took a liking to Irene, the Walkers' family business would be secured.

Irene's older sister, Iris, had always been with her parents. She went abroad to study in middle school and excelled academically. She got into Elk Grove Institute with a major in finance and was now the chief financial officer of the family company.

After reviewing it, Xavien asked lightly, "Is there anything else you need me to check?"

"No, that's enough." Sean felt satisfied.

Grandma appears to have taken a liking to her as she's a fashion designer... After all, Abigail was also in the same line of work.

Sean could understand the elderly woman's intentions, but he felt a bit uneasy.

He always felt like he was using Irene as a replacement.

During the afternoon work, Xavien noticed Sean zoning out from time to time. He wanted to offer the man advice, but he also felt that even if he did, Sean wouldn't change his mind.

As it was almost time to leave work, Sean received an invitation from Irene.

"You can leave early. I'll go first." Sean put away his phone, stood up, and went to retrieve his suit jacket.

"I'll finish up what I have on hand. If you think she's appropriate, take your time. I'll be here at the company." Xavien said to Sean.

Sean nodded and departed without looking back.

Irene was waiting for Sean at the subway entrance. "Let's go to the restaurant I mentioned from here. There won't be any traffic, and you can go back early after eating."

She was indeed considerate.

"You've only been out of school for half a year, and you're pursuing a man like me who's almost thirty. Won't your parents object?" Sean asked intentionally after she got in the car. "Ah... affluent families probably don't pay attention to these things." Irene lowered her gaze, sounding as if she didn't care much about her parents' arrangements.

Sean didn't say anything further.

The car moved forward slowly.

Irene looked at him cautiously. "Actually, I don't have a very good relationship with my parents."

There were some things about her that Lina might not investigate, but Sean would definitely look into.

Sean nodded. "Just be frank. What did your father promise you in exchange for the blind date?"

Irene seemed to be revealing an embarrassing secret in her heart as she clutched her clothes tightly and muttered, "He paid off tens of thousands of my student loans."