Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle By Danielle Sayers

Chapter 192

"Who do you think you are to talk about my friend like that?" Joyce glared at Kelly, her eyes red with anger

In the crowd, Joyce scanned for her father, hoping he would step in to defend her. But Ethan said, "Joyce, your mother is only looking out for your best interests. Don't argue with her."

Despair enveloped Joyce. Thea felt for Joyce and understood why the once proud and carefree girl had become so withdrawn.

She took Joyce's hand and stood firmly beside her, hoping to provide some comfort. "Mrs. Maddox, my reputation is less than stellar thanks to certain individuals.

"In the past, I wouldn't have cared if you disregarded me. But now, I'm a member of the Hendrix family, representing them. If you're going after me, you're also going after the Hendrix family"

Kelly's arrogance diminished considerably as she dodged the real issue, responding, "I have no problem with the Hendrix family, and I'm not targeting anyone specifically. I just can't stand the behavior of someone who disrespects their elders. That's not how the Hendrix fa Thea chuckled softly. "It seems you have forgotten that the Rowland family and I are deeply intertwined. So, let me ask a question. If you think so little of us, why marry your daughter into the family?"

The groom, frowning deeply, approached through the guests. Stopping. Max's gaze landed on Thea

Thea, this is enough. After the ceremony, Mr. Maddox will be my mother-in-law and thus your elder. If you're not here to offer your blessings, I kindly ask you to leave," Max said.

Max still held resentment toward Thea regarding the Rowland Group matter. Even though Joyce wasn't his ideal choice for a wife, the alliance between their families was ultimately beneficial. Out of courtesy, he had to respect Kelly.

Emmalie jumped in, using Max's words to support Kelly. "Mrs. Maddox, today is a joyous occasion for both our families. I apologize for Thea's impulsive outburst. Please don't take it to heart. She's just a bit too outspoken but means no harm."

fry chimed in with a few supportive words as well. Kelly's expression finally softened.

As Kelly spoke, she studied Thea, her words subtly urging her to apologize first. "Parents who love their children plan for their future, and as elders, it's our duty to guide the younger generation.

from now on, and I'd

the Hendrix family, and you should consider their reputation. But Mrs. Maddox is our elder, and you must show her respect.

look down on the Rowland family and despise their ways. You all have done some shameful things that outsiders wouldn't know about, but surely, you

at least not embarrass your family at a moment like this? I knew you had bad intentions!

glare and called for security to remove her Joyce attempted to intervene but

burst onto the scene, pushing

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connection to the Hendrix family. They only knew that Jake had recently married a woman with no background. With the scene unfolding, more people gathered to watch the drama. Duncan sneered coldly. "Mr. Hendrix, before you step in to defend Thea, shouldn't you

around him, Jake's face flushed with embarrassment. Unlike Nicolas, he

circulated widely, signaling to the

him some respect, it was merely

better than Thea's, Jake dellated, staring blankly at her. He had intended to appear when Thea was most vulnerable, but now that plan

rid of me because you're afraid I say something I shouldn't?" Thea met Duncan's furious gaze head-on. She smiled calmly. "Why the rush to turn on

thrown out or leaving on your own, Thea, it's your choice.

expression hardened. "If you want me to leave,

hastily organized, and Thea had only figured out the situation in the last hour. Besides the people Nicolas had assigned to stay

attack squarely at Thea. "You're here to ruin Max's wedding! Have you ever considered Max and our family's feelings? Thea, how can you be

ungrateful daughter! You... you're beyond redemption!" Ivy was

out! Make sure

still more composed than the others, knowing he couldn't afford to offend Nicolas. "Thea, if you leave now, I'll pretend I never heard what you