S31 21. Evil Plan

Sophia took Diana’s hand, holding it tightly. “Don’t say that, Grandma.”

“You don’t need to defend them anymore, Sophia. Their purpose is clear. They come not to see me, but to use and insult me.”

Suddenly, Diana looked up. Her gaze was floating in the air.

“That jerk gave me gold to prove his victory. He wanted to show how successful his life was without me beside him. He wanted me to see how happy and harmonious his family was.”

Diana choked. Her anger overflowed.

“He must have hoped that I would accept the gold. He thought I would admit my defeat-admit everything he said. But no! I wouldn’t accept anything from him. I never regretted leaving his side. My life’s much happier without him and his wealth.”

“Grandma,” Sophia rubbed the wrinkled hand she was still holding, I’m sorry. I really didn’t know you were there. If I had known, I wouldn’t

have asked the twins that.”

“It’s not your fault, Sophie. God must deliberately show me the truth so I can open my eyes. Those people are not worthy to set foot here.”

Suddenly, Diana moved from her position. Afraid that the old woman. would cause a commotion, Sophia quickly held her.

“Wait, Grandma. Please don’t be careless.”

“Don’t get in my way, Sophie. Let go!”

Sophia shook her head with a look of pity. “You’re too emotional. It would be best for you to calm down first. Let’s handle this matter with a cool head, hmm?”

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“I can’t, Sophie. As long as they are here, my head won’t be able to cool down. They have to leave this farm as soon as possible.”

“But if you chase them away, they will definitely think that I reported this to you. I don’t want to make enemies!”

Diana flinched. She remained silent for a moment, watching Sophia’s

face.

“Please, Grandma, don’t chase them away. It’s winter. Louis and Emily would suffer if they looked for accommodation at this hour. Please

think about them.”

looked away. Her fists slowly weakened.

to you. I didn’t

of relief. Widening her smile, she shook Diana’s hand. “Thank

time, there won’t be another chance. If they mess with me or with you, don’t stop

Grandma. Once again,

longer in her way. She knew the old

Let me take you

Diana. However, Diana raised one hand.

Please give

remaining still, she watched Diana move away. The smile on her face seemed more cunning than

just wait for the right time

won’t be able to deny that

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previous day. Everyone didn’t talk much. Even, Louis

strange about this morning?” Louis whispered when he had just sat down at the dining

the others one by one. “Maybe Uncle and Auntie are afraid that

to keep quiet.”

Diana. The old woman was tracing the rim of the cup with her index finger. Her face was gloomy, her gaze empty. Unconsciously, the toddlers

“Good morning, Everyone.”

their head

morning? You don’t have a fever anymore,

kissed his round cheek. “Is

hot?”

and thought.

put her hand to Louis’ forehead roughly. The little boy spontaneously blinked.

sitting on a high bench. What

didn’t fall, right?” Her tone was

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amused, Kara kissed Emily’s cheek.

“I don’t have nightmares anymore. On

that the number of people in our palace was increasing, Mommy. Our kingdom is becoming more

Diana’s

nice dream. Let’s talk about it after breakfast.

Abigail and Sophia who were preparing food, but two tiny hands

recovered. What if your fever comes back again?” The

in a while, it’s okay for Daddy to eat alone. Or if necessary, let me take Mommy’s place and

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