Chapter 4 Don't Contact Anymore

• Joshua Walker, who had always been pampered and respected, was embarrassed for the first time in his life. He was so taken aback that he hesitated for a moment before reacting, grinding his teeth in irritation.
• He forced out a few words through his teeth: "... None of that!"
• However, Joshua Walker, being the one with the highest IQ among the candidates, quickly caught on: "Also? You've met others before me?"
• Amanda Moore honestly nodded.
• So... as he expected, Joseph Evans wouldn't settle down. His daughter had actually hooked up with more than one family. It seemed she had the strategy of casting a wide net?
• She so blatantly told him this; was she fearless, or was she implying that she was so charming that she had no shortage of suitors?
• Joshua Walker furrowed his brows, his aversion growing. Looking at her delicate features, he no longer found them weak, but instead saw cunning in her eyes and eyebrows, as if she was about to write "scheming" on her face.
• He was unmoved by this, giving a perfunctory compliment: "Miss Moore is indeed charismatic."
• "Not bad." Amanda Moore cleared her throat, her eyes curving into a sweet smile. She said warmly, "I heard from grandfather Walker that you have a habit of drinking coffee. Since it's hot today, I ordered an iced Americano for you, with nothing added. Is that okay?"
• Compared to his displeasure, Amanda Moore was very satisfied with him.
• Even without mentioning his excellent genes suitable for continuing the Moore family lineage, his body was so appealing to her that she even considered, once they became familiar, persuading him to sign a body donation agreement. If he were to die naturally and donate his body, she might have the chance to dissect what she had so far seen as the most perfect body.
• Her eyes shone brightly as she looked at Joshua Walker, deliberately trying to increase her favor with him: "By the way, the simple meals here are also good. If you haven't had lunch yet, I can invite you..."
• Joshua Walker declined: "No need, I've already eaten."
• Amanda Moore's attitude was about what Joshua Walker had expected: eager, proactive, and even a bit ingratiating—a clearly calculated form of flattery.
• He scoffed inwardly and pretended to check the time: "It's getting late, Miss Moore. Let's get down to business."
• Amanda Moore's eyes sparkled, gazing at him affectionately: "Yes, it is, Mr. Walker. I have a few questions prepared. May I ask you?"
• Joshua Walker waited calmly for her to make her move: "Please go ahead."
• Joshua Walker had a good guess about what she was going to say: either a straightforward proposal for a relationship or a tactful approach. If she were less clever, she might even try to use his grandfather to pressure him.
• But he was prepared for these questions, ready to thwart the blind date as soon as Amanda Moore opened her mouth.
• Amanda Moore looked at him with affectionate eyes: "Mr. Walker..."
• Would she seduce him with a coquettish refusal or boldly ask for a relationship? Joshua Walker was slightly focused, waiting for Amanda Moore's move...
• She bit her lips lightly, her hands intertwined, and a blush crept up her cheeks: "Do you... plan to be cremated after you die?"
• If Joshua Walker insists on cremation, the chances of persuading him to sign an organ donation agreement are probably slim. She needs to first clarify how Joshua Walker plans to arrange his funeral affairs!
• After death? Cremation? How did Amanda Moore manage to ask such a terrifying question with that delicate face of hers? Or did he mishear?
• Thinking he might have misheard, he paused, trying his best to resist the urge to rub his ears: "What did you say?"
• Amanda Moore wanted to have a deeper discussion with him about organ donation, but considering the public's acceptance of such topics, and remembering Brittany Moore's angry screams, she reluctantly changed the subject: "Never mind, let's ask a different question. When do you plan to have children?"
• Joshua Walker: "..."
• Although this question was also unusually bold, it seemed relatively ordinary compared to the previous shocking one.
• "So..." He drawled, his eyes curving into a sarcastic smile: "You want to have my baby?"
• Upon reflection, there seemed to be deeper implications behind Amanda Moore's question. If their relationship was just a simple romance or marriage, her position in the Walker Group wouldn't be stable. Only after having a child would they be securely tied to the Walker family.
• She certainly had ambition; it seemed he had underestimated her.
• If artificial womb technology is successful. Amanda Moore thought: "You can have my baby if you want."
• Joshua Walker had never met anyone who dared to speak to him like this, and he even doubted again if there was something wrong with his ears.
• "Do you know what you're saying?" His voice was filled with a hint of disbelief.
• Joshua Walker suppressed his anger and, without waiting for her to speak, he had already risen from his seat, delivering the final verdict on the blind date: "Forget it, this ends here. You don't need to contact me anymore, and we won't be seeing each other again."
• After a pause, he warned her with a contemptuous expression: "Also, please inform your father that he won't have the chance to see my grandfather again. If he has any issues, he can deal with me directly."
• Being rejected was something Amanda Moore could accept, but the content of his words left her utterly confused. She was about to ask for clarification when Joshua Walker let out a cold snort and turned to leave without hesitation.
• Joshua Walker maintained his composure as he walked to the parking lot of Horizon University. Only when he was sure no one was around did he test his ears by reciting a line of dialogue in the air.
• Before he had a chance to relax, he received a call from his grandfather's attending physician. The voice on the other end was grave: "Mr. Walker, could you come over when you have a moment? Your grandfather's condition..." He hesitated: "It's hard to say."
• Joshua Walker furrowed his brow and immediately drove to the private hospital in the eastern suburbs.
• In the luxurious hospital room that rivaled a five-star hotel, Benjamin Walker was lying on the bed with an IV, his eyes slightly closed. Only when Joshua Walker entered did he struggle to open his eyelids, smiling with a hint of anticipation: "You're back? How was your chat with Amanda?"
• Benjamin Walker rarely interfered with the private affairs of his descendants, and even when he did show concern, it was usually brief. But for some reason, he had taken a special interest in Amanda Moore.
• Joshua Walker had a strong desire for control, so he deeply resented others' attempts to control or arrange things for him. However, remembering the previous phone call from the attending physician, he hesitated for a moment, about to speak, when he saw the attending physician give him a meaningful look.
• Joshua Walker laughed it off: "Not bad."
• After casually answering for a bit, and seeing Benjamin Walker lie down again, he led the attending physician to the corridor, shutting the ward door behind them. He furrowed his brow and asked: "What's going on exactly? I thought the condition was stable before?"
• Doctor Rodriguez first invited him to sit down in the office: "Earlier, your grandfather was worried about chaos in the Walker family and the fluctuation of stocks, so he made us all sign confidentiality agreements. It's only since you've started taking over the Walker family that we dared to speak up..."
• He sighed: "His lung condition is serious, and with his age, it might not be good."
• Joshua Walker's expression remained unchanged, appearing perfectly normal, but his fingers tightened slightly: "What are you planning to do for treatment?"
• Doctor Rodriguez's expression suddenly became a bit strange: "We've prepared for the surgery, but Mr. Walker is not cooperative..."
• Joshua Walker displayed the decisiveness expected of an heir, his expression cold: "Why?"
• Doctor Rodriguez's expression became even stranger. He looked at Joshua Walker, hesitating to speak: "It's still Mr. Walker's worry. He's afraid that at his age, he might not survive the surgery, and he wouldn't want to pass away without seeing you have a girlfriend. He's especially worried that you might be alone for the rest of your life. You'd better not upset him further..."
• Suddenly finding the fire directed at himself, Joshua Walker: "..."
• Doctor Rodriguez helplessly spread his hands: "Mr. Joshua, there's nothing we can do."
• Joshua Walker frustratingly pinched his nose: "You go and take care of my grandfather first, I'll think of it."
• After Doctor Rodriguez left, Joshua Walker lowered his head to ponder. If girlfriends were so easy to find, he wouldn't have been single for twenty-three years. In James Anderson's words, he had a face that attracted females and a mouth that caused heavenly anger. Being single for so long was truly justified.
• How about... finding someone to pretend to be his girlfriend?
• Having acted in countless films, Joshua Walker immediately had a script in mind. It wouldn't need to last long, just until his grandfather's condition improved.
• But... who to choose? He didn't have many female friends around him.
• Firstly, people in entertainment were definitely out of the question. One slip-up and it would be big news. Too many stars wanted to use the Walker family's background to leap over the class and transform from a celebrity to a wealthy wife. It would be trouble to get rid of them later.
• Secondly, the ones his father and that stepmother introduced to him were also not possible. Not only was he unacceptable, but grandfather didn't like those people either. Getting involved with them would only cause him trouble.
• Finally, the only one left was... Amanda Moore, who he had just rejected today.
• Joseph Evans owed so much money and had offended so many people that he was eager to make his way into the Walker family as soon as possible. Joshua Walker wasn't worried about Amanda Moore rejecting the idea.
• Most importantly... Grandfather himself was very satisfied with Amanda Moore. Although he didn't know the reason, he could even feel that his grandfather wouldn't be at ease if he were to date anyone other than Amanda Moore.
• But... Thinking about the harsh words he had spoken just a few hours ago, Joshua Walker suddenly felt a stinging sensation as if he were slapping his own face.