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."

still have much to discuss with Ms. Frazier. Tell

not daring to argue, relayed the message as instructed. Debra offered a slight smile and continued her conversation with Leah, her eyes occasionally glancing towards Melody

while Shelia was quietly

given

have allowed

this event unless Shelia had shown weakness and begged

the absence of both Declan and Edgar was unexpected. Debra couldn't help but wonder

gentlemen, today we invited you not only to introduce Mr. and Mrs. Riley's new products but also to announce my

granddaughter-in-law."ibe

her voice filled with pride. "Miss Blair

Debra, however, couldn't help but furrow her

was baffling. After her previous clash with Declan, it was surprising enough for Shelia to be even present. But for Melody to officially announce Shelia as part of the Nichols family

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