Reborn ghost seeing lady is pampered by her ex husband - Chapter 227

Chapter 227: Two Collins in a pod

David came up behind Phoebe and the ready smile on his face died a little at the sight of his and Phoebe’s landlord. He wondered why the man was at the funeral when he did not even know Luther. He was new to Citrus city so it was doubtful that he had a personal relationship with the Verdemont’s as well. What was he doing here with the Mayfair’s?

From the look of things, they had already been captivated by Collin’s charm. Unlike Amon, Collin was determined to become a persistent thorn in his journey of the pursuit of his wife.

Phoebe heard David sighing unpleasantly, and she sighed as well.

“Why is he even here? Are you here for the food? I didn’t see you at the cemetery.” David thought out loud.

Collin chuckled, he loved to get on David’s last nerves. He had figured out that David lacked control when he was around competition which could work to his advantage.

“Maybe you should have looked harder, my family was invited to the funeral as well. I was not going to attend but now i am glad that i did, it is such a pleasant experience interacting with the Mayfair’s.” Collin Baltimore turned up the charm.

Jennie giggled and Edward frowned.

The most pleased person at the table other than Jennie was Collin Mayfair. Not once had he ever seen David uncomfortable around anyone, it was even better because this man was interested in his sister and seemed to be a better candidate than David.

“I like you Collin, not just because we share a name but we have similar business ideas. Who knows what else we could become in the future, maybe family.” He smiled slyly at David, with a deliberately calculated smirk on his face.

Phoebe gave her brother a warning look. “We are just friends, stop making such jokes eldest brother.”

Feelings could not be forced and as sweet as Collin Baltimore was, she felt nothing for him. Even if David was not in the picture, she would not date him.

“For now.” Jennie interjected in a light manner. “It’s clear as day that Collin here cares for you.” She turned to face him. “Are you aware that our Phoebe is a shaman?” She asked, there was suspense in her eyes.

Nodding his head, Collin Baltimore let them know that he didn’t mind it. “It is just another job like that of a doctor or a teacher, there is nothing wrong with it. Pheebs helped my sister who had constant nightmares and headaches. I don’t think that i will ever thank her enough for the help.”

Phoebe smiled gently. “I am glad to hear that she is much better.” She watched the exit as she was extremely tired.

From hunting for herbs to a funeral and then a planned trip to the Freezing moon club, she did not intend to stay here much longer. Phoebe wanted to escape more now that Collin was buttering up her family and besides, hunger had visited her once again, and she wasn’t going to eat a thing from the funeral. She wanted those pork ribs.

“Perfect!”Jennie exclaimed, her eyes shone brightly. Not once had she ever looked at David like that. “Collin you are always welcome to our home.”

Phoebe frowned when she heard her mother say that, she wanted to shake Jennie awake. For what reason would he be visiting?

“Thank you Mrs. Mayfair, please excuse me i should join my family now.” Collin winked at David before leaving the table.

“Skunk.” David muttered.

Phoebe almost chuckled loudly because she heard him vividly.

Grandma Mayfair was watching silently, she had not been as enthusiastic as Jennie and Collin. She already knew that the gold haired man had no chance at winning Phoebe’s heart, she had already given it to David at least half of it.

In fact, Phoebe had been displeased when Jennie gave Collin an open invitation to their house. Phoebe had not expressed that displeasure and the old woman decided to do it for her.

“Jennie you need to slow down and stop assuming that any man is good for Phoebe except David. You have no idea about the things this young man has done for our Phoebe.”

Andre raised his hand half way. “Yes granny i am with you on this one and i am rooting for David too.” He nodded once at David who smiled.

There were so many reasons as to why he was in his corner. One being that David was a man of his word. He had promised to invest in Andre’s movie and he had done so. The second being that he had seen David put himself in front a gun, willing to take a bullet for Phoebe.

Jennie shifted uncomfortably in the chair and she looked down at the plate. It was one thing bad mouthing David in his absence and another to say it to his face but still, she wanted to defend herself and explain her reasons.

“Mother, we all know David’s character….”

“Yes, his character is an honest and hard working young man. Don’t hold his past against him.” Edward interrupted his wife.

Jennie went into sulking mode immediately but nobody attempted to comfort her, she had made her bed, she had to lay in it.

The Saxon spirit huffed. “I am sorry to say this Phoebe but your mother is a busy body. Find her some work or something! Why is she meddling in your love life? What does she have against David? He’s not that bad.”

Phoebe let out a muffled chuckle, the spirit was team David, of course it did not like when it concerned this specific matter. Her eyes moved to her wrist watch. It was around 9:00pm.

“Everyone, i am retiring now. Don’t worry David will take me home, we have dinner plans.”

Some of the people on the table announced that they were leaving as well. In the end, all of the Mayfair’s decided to go home.

“David take me home child.” grandma Mayfair clung onto David’s hand.

She had this mysterious smile on her face and soon, Phoebe found out why.

When they entered the Mayfair manor, they were greeted with a thick aroma of delicious food wafting in the air. Phoebe’s legs increased their pace, carrying her in the direction of the dining room.

On the table, a hefty amount of food was waiting, it was everything Phoebe had ordered for in the forest. It had been delivered to the Mayfair manor at David’s request.

“How?” Phoebe wondered excitedly while grabbing a seat.

Maria stepped forward and asked if they will need anything else other than utensils.

“Beers, bring out some beers, i want to have cold beer with ribs.” Grandma Mayfair’s shoulders danced from side to side.

David smiled with satisfaction as he sat next to Phoebe, the Mayfair’s would all warm up to him.

Luke and Andre joined in, hardly had they dug in when the rest of the Mayfairs arrived. They also took seats and served themselves, even Jennie to David’s surprise.

Only Collin who retired to bed early did not partake in the meal.

At exactly 10:30pm, David announced that he was leaving. Phoebe said that she had an errand to run and both of them left the house to fulfill their mission.