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?"

words were sharp, cutting to the heart of Edna's vile scheming,

miss a beat, her lips curling into

His defiance only served to make Janet despise him

the victim. "Gerry, you've got it all wrong! I admit, I fell for your dad because we were once engaged. But I've had no illusions of marrying him all

her act. "Save it. Do you think

as she tried to

Darleen stepped in, her voice loud with indignation.

be my sister? Maybe in

back tears, pretended to be strong in front

and severe. She slapped Gerard across the face, her voice cold with disappointment. "You worthless boy! It's your own failures, and yet you blame others! Get out, and from

stood there, a red mark blazing on his cheek, the physical pain

to fruition, Edna and Darleen could hardly contain

Janet was casting Gerard

said quietly, "Grandma, I've never

before us. How

a look Janet had