Chapter 308 Mabel Jumped Off A Building

Lanny was staying at Mabel's place too, finding respite amidst the verdant embrace of the small

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It was no surprise when Glenda approached him; he had anticipated this moment long ago.

In his estimation, Mabel and Glenda shared a certain lack of foresight. How could evidence easily vanish into thin air?

Setting down his teacup, Lanny stared at the uneasy Glenda with empathy. "Mabel's wrongdoing cannot remain hidden, can

Glenda nodded, her disfort evident. "The tide has turned online. Our daughter bears the brunt of public condemnation, while Elyse stands declared innocent."

"You reap what you sow. I urged you to heed my counsel. Now you understand the gravity of our situation. You should have listened."

Lanny recognized Jayden's influence. Despite his physical limitations, Lanny held Jayden in high Indeed, Lanny's keen observation had not failed him. Even after a year in a wheelchair, Jayden's eyes retained their sharpness.

They spoke of authority. Jayden's gaze was perpetually astute and unpromising.

appeal to Elyse directly? Perhaps she could quell the online storm and

"I doubt 'family' holds much sway

makes us family. How can there be ill will within

is ill-advised. Once this ordeal concludes, we should get Mabel married and

tone grew somber. "You know her defiance. Marriage is not a notion she'll entertain

defender. Encourage her to apologize earnestly, and persuade Jayden to grant us clemency.

glare, Lanny's fist made contact with

to the ground, and covered her head in agony, Lanny spat on

and Mabel were troublemakers, yet abandoning them was not an option. Reluctantly, he helped Glenda to her feet, resolving to acpany

Elyse, she locked herself in her room, declaring defiantly, "Not even if the heavens themselves demand it.

urgently on the door of her room. "Please, e out swiftly.

with defiance. "Mom promised to go in my stead. If you persist, I swear I'll jump from

Lanny's insistence.

the third floor won't claim her life. If she chooses to jump, then perhaps Jayden will forgive us." Their dwelling, a modest house

fury, echoed from within. "So be it. I see

came sharp and unyielding. "Then jump,

demise is your desire, then I shall

fell

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