Save Myself from Desperation

Chapter 168 Lester was worried about Ashley going to the airport alone, so he drove her there. Although this was Yaloria, the Pliskin family owned properties there, so it wasn’t surprising that Lester managed to get a car.

As soon as Ashley got into the car, Joseph ran over, smiling brightly, “Wait for me! I’m coming with you. Staying in the hotel is so boring, | feel like I’m dying!”

Ashley quickly closed the car door and spoke through the window. “What do you need to come for? Stay in the hotel, and don’t wander around.”

After saying this, she turned to Jaden, instructing, “Keep an eye on Joseph, make sure he doesn't...”

Ashley paused mid-sentence, realizing that wasn’t quite right. Joseph and Jaden were always bickering. The idea of Jaden keeping an eye on Joseph was ridiculous.

With no better option, Ashley turned to Bryce. “You keep an eye on Joseph and Jaden.”

Joseph immediately objected, raising his fists in protest, “Hey Ashley, I’m the boss here! If anyone’s watching, it should be me keeping an eye on

Bryce!”

“Sure, boss, whatever you say. I'll listen to you. Bye, boss!” Ashley casually responded, “Be good, and I'll bring you back some treats, okay?”

“Do you think I’m a three-year-old? Bribing me with treats won’t work anymore!” Joseph continued his protest. “I want something fun, not just

treats!”

Ashley was left speechless. That didn’t sound very grown-up.

On the way to the airport, Ashley received a message from Miranda.

[Ashley, I’ve just landed. Bradley came to pick me up at the airport, but | still want to stay with you.] [You can meet Bradley when you are here.]

Ashley replied: [Okay, I'll be there soon.]

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There was no traffic, and they were about five minutes away from the airport. Sitting in the driver’s seat, Lester glanced at Ashley in the passenger seat.Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.

Ashley was looking down at her phone, her eyelashes casting a shadow, her skin delicate. The evening sun streamed through the window, casting a soft glow on her face.

Lester couldn't help but say, “Leaving the Ramos family was the right. decision for you.”

Ashley paused, then looked up, smiling warmly. Her eyes sparkled lively as she said, “Of course, it was the right decision!” After leaving the Ramos family, she climbed out of the swamp of their influencegan to live freely, surrounded by a group and of caring.

friends.

The desire for family and kinship in her heart seemed to fade gradually.

She also slowly freed herself from the choking bonds imposed by the Ramos family.

Ata red light, Lester stopped the car.

Looking at Ashley, who was lively and shining, he blurted out, “Ashley, how about you be my sister?”

Lester was surprised by his own words. He had intended to wait until after the DNA test to discuss such matters.

But his fondness for Ashley, that urge to protect and cherish her as hist own sister, was something even he couldn't control. Ashley froze upon hearing this. Her eyes widened in surprise. There was also a hint of skepticism in her mind. ‘Be his sister?”

Although she had a good impression of Lester and felt an unspeakable. kinship with him, the idea of becoming his sister was something else entirely...

Ashley suddenly thought about something. “Oh, | see! You mentioned that your little sister went missing when she was young and hasn't been found yet. So... You want to think of me as your sister?”

Lester smiled, looking calm, but his fingers gripping the steering wheel tightened nervously. 09:31

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He said with a joking tone, “I don’t know why, but I’ve always felt like you were the sister | lost.” As he said this, Ashley’s eyes widened in shock.

The astonishment that had faded moments ago came back, filled with incredulity.

That was the first time she knew that Lester had felt that way.

Blinking, Ashley swallowed hard. “But, | am indeed a Ramos.”

When she got back with the Ramos family, it wasn’t something taken. lightly. They had done a DNA test to confirm it. Moreover, they did the test three times to avoid any mistakes.

Each time, the results showed that she was related to Evan.

Upon hearing this, Lester narrowed his eyes coldly. He knew that the likelihood of an error was very small after having done the DNA test three times.

The fact that Ashley and Evan were biological father and daughter was almost certain.

Yet, Lester couldn't help but feel a hint of reluctance.

He needed to find a way soon to conduct a DNA test for Ashley and the Pliskin family.

At the airport, Miranda looked at the rugged-faced man in front of her, smiling, her dimples faintly visible, “Bradley, you really didn’t have to come all the way to the airport to pick me up. I'll be at your game

tomorrow.”

Bradley was dressed in a black jacket, tall and muscular, looking somewhat stern when he wasn’t smiling.

However, his expression softened in front of Miranda. He looked at Miranda with a sense of tenderness and affection. “Miranda, you came all the way abroad to watch my race. | had to pick you up from the airport. I've even arranged a hotel for your stay.”

Miranda quickly waved her hands. “No need, really. | have a friend right here in Manditus. I'll stay with her.” Bradley furrowed his brows, probing. Your friend, is it...Ashley?”

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Miranda’s eyes lit up. She kept nodding. “Yes, it’s her! She is quite impressive, very famous, with loads of fans! She’s here to shoot a commercial and also to watch tomorrow's car race!”

Miranda had once joined Ashley on a variety show. They even sat together at the charity dinner. Many journalists and fans knew they were close friends.

Miranda smiled brightly, “Plus, she’s coming to pick me up. from the

airport. She should be here any moment. Are you a fan of hers? If so, you might get to meet her in person! | can put in a good word for you. Maybe she will take a photo with you!”

Upon hearing this, Bradley turned a bit awkward, and he coughed. “Since you’re with your friend, I’m relieved. I’m not a fan of Ashley, and there are some things | have to do with my racing team. | need to leave now.”

“Really? You're leaving?”

“Yeah, there’s a race tomorrow, and I’ve got some arrangements to make with my team.”

“Okay then. You better get going if you’re busy!” Miranda didn’t insist on him staying, waving at him instead.

“We'll catch up on our phones tonight. Bradley had hoped to spend more time with Miranda, but it seemed impossible now. After a brief chat with Miranda, he had to leave.

Arriving at the airport, Ashley got out of her car and saw Miranda gazing wistfully in a direction.

Ashley walked over and patted her shoulder. “What are you looking at?”

Seeing it was Ashley, Miranda quickly pointed. “Ashley, look over there, the guy in the black jacket, that’s Bradley!”

Ashley followed her gaze, and in the next moment, her