Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 56:

The atmosphere in the Nash family’s house was heavy with gloom. The entire family was present, their expressions a mix of anger and despair. Ayla was on her knees on the floor, a picture of defeat, while Sansa sat on the sofa, her usual arrogance replaced by gloom. Marissa walked into the living room, immediately sensing the strained atmosphere. Since Tiffany was often ignored in family interactions, Marissa slipped in unnoticed except by Landen, who subtly gestured for her to come over

Marissa walked over and sat next to Landen, who looked at her with slight disapproval. In a low voice, he asked, “Where have you been wandering off to this time?”

Marissa looked him in the eye, her tone just as soft. “Why should I have to tell you?”

“Why aren’t you using the bank card I gave you? Dress better and buy some nice accessories to maintain our family’s reputation. Do you know how many people mock you behind your back?” Landen commented

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“Sansa must have pocketed a big portion of your allowance, too. I doubt there’s much money left in that account,” Marissa retorted

“I manage to supplement my finances on my own. Just use the card for your shopping and try to present yourself well. Don’t embarrass our family,” Landen said

married to the richest man in the city. You might want to save your money in case you end up on

this really the timid Tiffany I used to know?” Landen exclaimed,

sharply, “We’re in the middle of a family meeting. What are you

Marissa stayed silent

Landen answered, “Grandpa, we should be focusing on Ayla. She’s our family’s future, isn’t she? Whether Tiffany and I attend the meeting really doesn’t matter.” His words deeply embarrassed Ayla.

burst out laughing at Landen’s

at Marissa, saying, “You shouldn’t be laughing at me, Tiffany. Despite

you the right to make fun of me? As the male young heir of our family, you waste your days doing nothing. Are

a so-called loser, I’m well aware of my limitations and never engage in foolish boasting or overreaching. I might not elevate our family’s status, but I certainly don’t

you!” Ayla was seething,

Balthasar, saying, “Grandpa, they’ve driven me to this point, so I

Riss has agreed to mentor me. However, Riss prefers to stay under the radar and keep her real identity a secret, so I had to lie