Debra casually steered the conversation towards the topic of married couples, and as anticipated, Leah's expression turned somber.

"Now, somehow, the mistress becomes Miss Blair, and here I am, forced to meet them," Debra remarked, her voice laced with disdain as she referred to Shelia.

Leah was aware of the tension between Debra and Shelia and had felt uncomfortable witnessing Shelia, with her prominent baby bump, appearing in front of Melody.

Leah frowned, her voice dropping to a whisper. "The Nichols family, really! How could they allow a mistress to waltz into their home like this? They don't want a divorce, yet they openly parade her around. It's disgraceful." Knowing Leah's attitude, Debra said, "They sent me this invitation. If it weren't for the chance to see you again, I wouldn't have bothered to come."

Leah patted her hand reassuringly. "Let's meet privately and avoid these commercial events."

Debra agreed with a smile, "Good."

A maid approached them, her voice polite yet firm. "Ms. Frazier, the old lady would like to see you."

have much to discuss with Ms. Frazier. Tell Melody that Debra will join her later. Debra

instructed. Debra offered a slight smile and continued her conversation with Leah, her eyes occasionally glancing towards Melody and

displeased expression, while Shelia was quietly

Melody to accept Shelia so readily, given her previous quarrel with Declan.

have allowed Shelia to

shown weakness and begged for forgiveness,

Edgar was unexpected.

echoed through the room, commanding everyone's attention. "Ladies and gentlemen, today we invited you not only to introduce Mr. and Mrs.

granddaughter-in-law."ibe

hand, her voice filled with pride. "Miss

radiant with happiness. Debra, however, couldn't help but furrow

Declan, it was surprising enough for Shelia to be even present. But for Melody to officially announce Shelia

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