Hiding the Twins from Their Billionaire Father by Pixie

S21 53. Unexpected Announcement

Morris cleared his throat and adjusted his tie. “I have come to

announce something very important.”

A second later, he looked around. The corners of his lips rose slightly. “Since everyone involved has gathered, may I begin?”

Frank raised his hand towards the sofa. “Please have a seat, Mr.

Morris. We are ready to listen.”

“Thank you.”

The notary put his bag on the table. When he opened it, Melanie’s heart fell into her stomach. The woman no longer realized that she

was the only one standing still.

“Mrs. Harris, would you like to sit down please? You are the main character today.”

Melanie swallowed hard. Her hands clenched into fists and her breathing turned heavy. She didn’t dare move her head when she met the other’s gaze. She was like a defendant ready to be judged.

Before Melanie could break the stiffness, tiny fingers suddenly touched her hand. “Come on, Grandma. Sit down. Mister Morris doesn’t seem to be able to wait long

Melanie snorted harshly. Without responding to Emily’s invitation, she turned towards the sofa. As she sat there, her eyes narrowed towards

Barbara.

Barbara’s shoulders stiffened as well. It was as if she could hear the voice of her mother’s heart. “If the inheritance is cancelled, you will suffer the consequences!”

Barbara lowered her head and squeezed her white fingers. She

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realized that she was the reason behind Morris’ arrival. Now, she could only guess what punishment waited.

“Good evening, the Harpers, the Harris, and Philip.” Morris raised his head and smiled at everyone. A document was standing by on his lap.

“On this occasion,” Morris adjusted his glasses and checked the date, “I will read the final judgment of the will addressed to Melanie Harris by the late Rowan Harper.”

pressed against his forehead. He glanced at Kara. His wife apparently also had the

inherited?” Louis represented

the will that Mr. Morris

her

will is confidential. Only the person addressed has the

announce it in front of us?”

who seemed to have forgotten to breathe. “That’s because a violation occurred. Melanie Harris was declared unable to fulfill the requirements so her rights to all the

eyes widened. Getting up from the sofa, she shouted, “No! I did not violate the rules. Take a look!

with me!”

eyebrow. He turned to the family on his left. Seeing the same furrowed brows, he leaned his head

“Mrs. Harris can claim the inheritance if she

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late Rowan seemed to hope that

get along.”

Melanie nodded quickly. “You saw how that little girl grabbed my hand

closeness

While looking closely at

let out a faint sigh. “Sorry, Ma’am. That’s not the problem here. There is something else you have violated, despite you and your

confusion on Melanie’s face suddenly unraveled.

her head, she wondered. “Not

put forward

page. “Just like how this will is confidential, the late

that escaped her anticipation. “What did I break? I

the information I got, Harris’ company has received half a

from the notary,

“That is the point that

Harris could only

conditions.”

Harper’s residence with her daughter, Barbara Harris, for an entire

hundred million dollars from Frank Harper and his family.”

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minute!” Melanie raised both hands, asking for attention and an opportunity to speak. “I wasn’t

yet,”

than one hundred million dollars from Frank Harper and her small family, including through her husband and daughter. In this case, the amount you receive far exceeds the specified limit. Even if the number is divided

sighed in resignation. “It’s