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.

and looked at Matthew, my expression darkening.

your mouth!” 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 probably hasn’t decided yet.

scolding her. “What do you mean? I won’t get a divorce! Mel, don’t believe everything you

I

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

of Mrs. Murphy.”

You

actions speak louder than words. I don’t need to explain it. The truth will come

low as you. Everyone present knows our history. No

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

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keep some things unsaid. Even though I didn’t have the upper hand in the current

afford to

didn’t you call me when you went to the hospital?”

believe everything she says?

if not me? Doesn’t

out my diagnosis from my bag and placed it before Matthew, “Why

having lunch.”

and his eyes flickered for a

tugged at my

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