Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 323 What She Did

She approached gracefully, but her smile didn’t quite reach her eyes. Those serpentine eyes were fixed on

face, and I could see the tension in her jaw. Such restraint must’ve been painful.

my

Maintaining a calm smile, I watched them eagerly begin the performance. Myra was so nervous that she hardly dared to breathe. She nudged me several times, and Carol was gearing up for a fight. I grabbed her and gently pushed her back down.

“Oh! I was wondering who it was. It’s my sister–in–law!”

I smiled at her. “Melanie, what game are you playing? We had never called each other that before.

Where’s the ‘sister–in–law‘ coming from?”

Carol wasn’t going to let it slide. She immediately chimed in, “Exactly! Matthew is already yours, so where’s the ‘sister–in–law‘ coming from? You have a son now, so maybe start acting like a mom. Chloe has

already taken a step back for you.”

Suddenly, Melanie adopted a pitiful look. Her eyes reddened, and her lips quivered as if she had been

wronged

room fell into silence. Some had already left their seats and awkwardly shuffled

a good look. I was sure everyone had heard

show was finally about to

had been coached. She had transformed into a fragile little

character to play the Innocent, I couldn’t disappoint those eager for drama. I was prepared, though I didn’t know what they were scheming. If need be, I’d fight tooth and nail.

could you say that? I’d never make things difficult for you,” I said with feigned sincerity.

her eyes. “Chlo, I hope you can forgive me. It’s all my

I shouldn’t have made you angry!”

at Melanie, their eyes

angry! If I were, I wouldn’t have come today!” I said kindly, “Please,

happy occasion. There are so many

attitude, She glanced

“Chlo, you really don’t blame

have insisted on taking Ava out for her birthday. I didn’t mean anything by it. Ava is still my niece, and Matthew adores

plan. Though I was furious, I kept my composure. I had to be careful not to be

been so angry that you pushed met down. Fortunately, I got to the hospital quickly. Despite being born prematurely, the baby is

known to very few, and only

present that day.