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."

to discuss with Ms. Frazier. Tell Melody that Debra will join her later. Debra is staying with me for a

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

while Shelia was quietly consoling

Melody to accept Shelia so readily, given

allowed

weakness and begged for forgiveness,

Declan and Edgar was unexpected. Debra couldn't help but wonder what was keeping

commanding everyone's attention. "Ladies and gentlemen, today we invited you not only to introduce Mr. and Mrs. Riley's new

granddaughter-in-law."ibe

filled with pride. "Miss Blair will

Debra, however, couldn't

clash with Declan, it was surprising enough for Shelia to be even present. But for Melody to officially announce Shelia as part of

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