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.

at Matthew, my expression darkening. I cursed inwardly. What the hell?!

your mouth!” Matthew scolded Melanie.

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

daggers at Melanie and saw Matthew’s expression worsening. He also glared at Melanie, scolding her. “What do you mean?

I

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

Mrs.

You

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

Everyone present knows our history. No need

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

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though I didn’t have the upper hand in the current situation,

to lose.

you call me when you went to the hospital?”

believe everything she says? You’ve spoiled

should he spoil if

it before Matthew, “Why didn’t

having lunch.”

and his eyes flickered for a moment.

quietly reached under the table and tugged at my

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