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

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

quite sharp-tongued. Is this really the timid Tiffany I used to know?” Landen exclaimed,

Marissa could respond, Balthasar interjected sharply, “We’re in the middle of a family

Marissa stayed silent

and I attend the meeting really doesn’t matter.” His words deeply embarrassed Ayla. Once the star at her grandpa’s birthday celebration, she now felt only

laughing

was annoyed by the laughter and lashed out at Marissa, saying, “You shouldn’t be laughing at me, Tiffany. Despite my mistakes,

what gives you the right to make fun of me? As the male young heir of our family, you waste

nonchalant shrug and responded, “It’s true. My medical skills might not match yours. But as 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,

you!” Ayla was seething, her

“Grandpa, they’ve driven

added, “I am indeed acquainted with Riss, and 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

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