Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 22

Chapter 22:

Marissa and Connor both turned in surprise to see Arabella standing at the doorway! Startled, they quickly got up to reassure her

“Grandma, it’s late. Why aren’t you resting?” Connor asked, offering a comforting smile

“Connor, don’t try to change the topic!” Arabella retorted sharply, rolling her eyes. “I’ve heard you talking about divorce. Are you planning to leave my granddaughter-in-law?”

Connor offered a sheepish grin, shaking his head. “No, Grandma. You’ve misheard. We weren’t talking about divorce.”

Arabella looked skeptical of Connor’s explanation. She turned to Marissa, questioning, “Tell me, is Connor mistreating you? He was initially opposed to this marriage. Is he lying to me now?” To show her support and reassure Marissa, Arabella urged, “Don’t worry, my dear. You are family. Tell me the truth, and I’ll take care of him for you!”

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Connor wrapped his arm around Marissa, saying, “Grandma, we’re happy together. Let

restrain herself, nearly swinging a punch at Connor. Who did he think he was to

anger, she forced a smile, nodding at Arabella, and said, “Yes, Grandma,

a serious demeanor that it scared away any potential suitors. I never thought I’d see him fall in love, much less witness him kissing

her mouth with her hand in delight. Marissa, on the other hand, felt so embarrassed she wished she could disappear from the room. But Arabella wasn’t done yet. “Sweetie, why don’t you give him a kiss too? It would make

eyes narrowing slightly. “Grandma, I really

quick peck, or I’ll be tossing and turning all night. If I can’t sleep, I might get sick and

“Let’s stay away from such grim topics.” Turning to

to break free from his embrace, imagining herself detaching his fingers one at a time. She was troubled by the persistent thought that he might be taking advantage of the