From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent

Chapter 325

Chapter 325

Edna put a special emphasis on the phrase, "You're your father's only child."

She made sure Janet heard it loud and clear.

Because Gerard was Jonah's only offspring, the sole heir to the Lindsay legacy, he couldn't afford to slip up, not even in the slightest.

And when it came to drugs, well, that was a one-way ticket to ruin. Once you're hooked, there's no coming back. It's like signing your own death warrant.

And a junkie? They had no place carrying on the Lindsay name!

Her words weren't meant to help Gerard; they were a direct hit, designed to take him down.

Gerard looked up at Edna, confusion and anger swirling in his gaze. "Edna, what are you talking about? I've done nothing wrong. Why should I apologize to Grandma? What exactly are you up to?"

cutting to the heart of Edna's vile

didn't miss a beat, her lips curling

losing battle. His defiance only served to

victim. "Gerry, you've got it all wrong! I admit, I fell for your dad because we were

stoic, unswayed by her act. "Save it. Do you think I don't

as she tried to defend herself, "I swear, Gerry, you're

her voice loud with indignation. "It looks like those drugs have

you can be my sister?

fighting back tears, pretended to be strong in front of

pitiful, Janet's heart ached, and her response was swift and severe. She slapped Gerard across the face, her voice cold with disappointment. "You worthless

blazing on his cheek, the physical pain no match for the

plan come to fruition, Edna and Darleen could

Janet was casting

Gerard looked at Janet, he said quietly, "Grandma,

is right before us. How dare you deny it?" Janet was

me?" Disappointment filled Gerard's eyes, a look Janet had never seen before. It made her