Chapter 174:

“In the future, someone might take my place, but for now, I am your sister-in-law,” Elyse declared with a sneer, her tone casual. Turning to Driscoll, she spoke with icy detachment, “Since he loathes me so, he’ll dine in his own room. I’m certain he wouldn’t care to share a meal with me.”

Driscoll paused, his eyes shifting to Jayden. Jayden responded, “Why are you looking at me? Elyse runs the house here.”

Bryce’s face contorted slightly, a mix of shock and dismay. “So you’re excluding me from the dinner table?”

Elyse, hands trembling, said, “Of all the family, you alone refuse to accept me. Naturally, I will accommodate your wishes.”

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Bryce glowered at Jayden, scoffing, “I had no intention of sharing a table with you anyway.” He then stormed off upstairs, likely in search of his room.

Jayden looked over at Elyse, remarking, “Bryce is devoid of any redeeming qualities. He’s a fool and wicked to boot. Don’t fret over him. Our mother has indulged him for too long.”

“I can see that,” Elyse replied, her face unreadable yet filled with silent jubilation over Jayden’s supportive words.

his way to the study, his routine unchanged by Bryce’s arrival. Elyse, meanwhile, carried her violin to the garden for her practice

fell from above and struck her on the head. “Ouch!” she exclaimed, rubbing her head in pain. She looked

search of Bryce. He had retreated to his room and refused to come out. Driscoll, hearing the commotion, approached to inquire about the incident. A glint of shrewdness appeared in his eyes as he reassured her,

mind, Elyse decided to ignore Bryce’s provocation. She turned

study on the first floor. Upon

looking up, Jayden inquired, “What’s

intentionally hit Mrs. Owen with a water bottle. “Should we really allow him to stay here?” Driscoll asked,

responded, still not

is quite upset,”

“Inform the chef not to prepare any meat for Bryce. He’s gotten too heavy. A little weight loss won’t hurt. If he refuses to eat, let him stay in his room and think over his actions. And if he dares to come out

and exited the room

objects being violently smashed. She frowned slightly, ready to rise and investigate, but Jayden stopped her. “Leave him be.

happens to Bryce while he’s here, your mother will blame you,” Elyse said, concern lacing her

seat and offered her a piece of fish. “He’s prone to smashing things when angry.

sister Mabel. Mabel also likes smashing things

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