Chapter 1491

Her heart was thumping like a drum. If she really became his wife, she’d be the talk of the town in J City.

Jonathan lit a cigarette and glanced at Bennett again, a sneer hiding in his eyes. “Is Estelle your adopted daughter?”

A chill ran down Bennett’s spine. Before he could say anything, Simone jumped in. “Yes, Estelle is a poor college student that we sponsor. After she came to J City to go to college, we took her in as our goddaughter. But her study habits aren’t very good, spends most of her time playing video games.”

With a cold sweat rising from his back, Bennett gently tugged at Simone, gesturing for her to speak less. Jonathan blew out a puff of smoke, his gaze blurred. “Does Mrs. Macclain dislike her that much?”

Simone’s eyes flashed, “Not hate, just hope she can work harder, don’t let down our goodwill.”

boyfriend. Mrs. Macclain, you dare to say ‘goodwill? Where is your goodwill?” Jonathan’s tone was calm, but each word was laced with sarcasm, like a slap

bit, mainly because she didn’t grow up with us and we

other guests began to whisper. Didn’t the Macclain family say they paid for Estelle’s college? Why were they

know very well, your favor towards Estelle is zero!” Jonathan’s face was stern, his tone still calm, but his words were

he dared not breathe.

swept his gaze over Bennett and Simone. “Remember what you said today. Estelle is your adopted daughter and has nothing to do with you. Carmella is

trying to salvage the situation, but Jonathan. didn’t give him the chance. He took out his phone, dialed a number, and

and Sallie were discussing design drafts

coming

looked so good when he smiled. Everyone was guessing who Jonathan was calling. His tone was so gentle, even a bit flattering.

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