Chapter 53 Hidden Meanings

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Matthew and Grace wanted to reprimand Melanie, but Henry impatiently said, “All right, let’s eat!”

His attitude didn’t surprise me. After all, he had excessively indulged his daughter and never denied her anything. I knew he was aiming his impatience at me.

Ava shivered from Henry’s shout and dropped her spoon with a clang. The sound snapped me out of my thoughts, and I repressed my anger before picking up the spoon and giving her a new one.

Afterward, I looked at Melanie and asked, “Are you saying I’m an incompatible factor in this family? Otherwise, you wouldn’t have said that. Let’s see what the rest of us think.”

Matthew’s expression grew grave, and he patted my shoulder. “Don’t listen to her nonsense. Let’s eat.”

Grace also hurried to mediate. “We’re family, so don’t nitpick at words. That’s what Mel is like. She’s just

one to hold onto old grudges.”

I’ve never taken Melanie’s words to heart. Still, that doesn’t mean she does either, right? I’ve never considered whether or not I’m an outsider here. I’m just Matthew’s wife, brought into the family through

marriage-

“So what? Divorcees are plenty,” Melanie rolled her eyes, interrupting me.

my expression darkening. I cursed inwardly.

Matthew scolded

will grow tired of me one day. Only then can you call me an outsider. Unlike you, who will always be a part of this family. However, even if your brother wants a divorce, he

scolding her. “What do you mean? I won’t

I

and raised an eyebrow at Melanie “Even if your brother doesn’t want me, you can’t

of Mrs. Murphy.”

You

words. I don’t need to explain it. The truth will come out in time.

as low as you. Everyone present knows our history.

like you” My words carried hidden meanings, hinting at Matthew’s parents

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I didn’t have the

afford to lose.

went

believe everything she says? You’ve spoiled her!” Melanie retorted.

if

and placed it before Matthew, “Why didn’t I call you? You were

having lunch.”

his eyes flickered for a

table and tugged at my shirt. She said

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