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?"

of Edna's vile scheming, exposing her in front

beat, her lips curling

now, Gerard was fighting a losing battle. His

"Gerry, you've got it all wrong! I admit, I fell for your dad

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

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

and you dare accuse her?" Darleen stepped in, her voice

you can be my sister? Maybe in

to be

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

the physical pain no match for the ache in his

Edna and Darleen

Janet was

at Janet, he said quietly,

us. How dare you deny

believe me?" Disappointment filled Gerard's eyes, a look Janet had never seen