Chapter 449

Decian stormed out of the room, leaving behind a wave of stifled laughter from the eavesdroppers in the next room

It was hard to believe a supposedly philanthropist could arque so bitterly with a renowned old lady.

Randy was holding back laughter so hard that his face was turning an interesting shade of red.

A loud crash echoed as Melody, in her rage, upended the table. The sudden noise startled everyone, and a waiter rushed in to clean up the mess. Only then did the suppressed laughter burst forth.

"I didn't expect Melody could be so harsh. She was almost cursing." Erica said. "This is the juiciest thing I've ever heard."

She turned to Debra and continued. "This has dashed Shelia's hope of marrying into the Nichols family,

Debra raised an eyebrow. "With things having turned out like this, Melody has no more reason to keep Shelia around."

like Jade would have been a prime marriage partner for the Nichols family. Her age was suitable. Her family background was impressive, and her scholarly upbringing was admirable. Declan was respectable and manageable. Melody would have been particularly pleased if Shelia turned out to be Jade, given Juan's past affection for her. With Shelia pregnant, Melody must have thought she could eventually persuade Juan

daughter would never be favored

a proud and old-fashioned woman like Melody, the direct challenge was

said softly,

removed all the fish bones and placed the dish in front

this small gesture, raised a question. "But what about the child Shelia is carrying? Juan will be more unwilling to divorce you."* "Edgar will raise the

growing discomfort beside her.

ing Marion's

her response. She cleared her throat, trying to

first. The food is getting

silence, occasionally glancing at Marion. He remained calm, continuing to serve

she accidentally choked on her food

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