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 Thea felt for Joyce and understood why the once proud and carefree girl had become so withdrawn.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

on, and I'd prefer to keep things

reputation. But Mrs. Maddox is our elder, and you must show her respect. Otherwise, people will think you're arrogant because you've clim This

family and despise their ways. You all have done some shameful things that outsiders wouldn't know about, but surely, you understand? Should I remind you? Oh,

red with anger. "Thea, I know you don't like me, but could you at least not embarrass your family

glare and called for security to remove her Joyce

to be escorted away, Jake suddenly burst

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you the audacity to touch someone from the Hendrix

specifics of Thea's connection to the Hendrix family. They only knew that Jake had recently married a woman with no background. With the scene unfolding, more people

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

to Madelyn had circulated widely, signaling to the world that he would never become the decision-maker

to give him some respect, it was merely because of the

at her. He had intended to appear when Thea was most vulnerable, but now

something I shouldn't?" Thea met Duncan's furious gaze head-on. She smiled calmly. "Why the rush to

leaving on your own, Thea, it's your choice. Duncan

expression hardened. "If you want me to leave, then

out the situation in the last hour. Besides the people Nicolas had

wedding! Have

you're beyond redemption!"

out! Make sure

the others, knowing he couldn't afford to offend Nicolas.