Chapter 586

The once tranquil hallway was now shattered by the thunderous footsteps of the Abernathy entourage.

Frederic, his face as cold as a winter’s frost and eyes bloodshot, marched forward, radiating an icy fury with each determined step. Those trailing in the wake of the Abernathy Group didn’t dare draw a breath too loudly

Dennis followed closely behind Frederic, keeping a stiff upper lip, yet inside, he was riding a wave of satisfaction after the court

session

He’d held his tongue for far too long.

Day in and day out, Dennis watched as Elspeth enjoyed all that should have belonged to the late Mrs. Winter. As a secretary, he had no choice but to bow and scrape, offering Elspeth reluctant respect, which gnawed at him, brewing a silent resentment.

But, thank heavens, justice seemed to finally be on the horizon.

“Mr. Abernathy,” Dennis ventured cautiously, feigning concern. “The verdict will be announced at three. Is there anything else you need to set in motion before then? If you have a plan, I’m at your service.”

Before he could finish, Frederic’s glare cut through him like a blade of Ice. His voice, raw and sharp as if torn asunder, he hissed, “Have I lost my mind, or have you? Why on earth would I lift a finger to save a despicable, vile murderess? She killed Cynthia! She took the life of the woman I loved most! Save her? I’d rather strangle her with my bare hands right now!”

Despite the crowd in the hallway, a deathly silence ensued.

Dennis immediately positioned himself to the side, his heart finally settling, whispering, “Yes, understood.”

Frederic advanced a few more steps when suddenly Glynnis collided with him, distraught and disoriented.

“Daddy.”

Glynnis froze, her body rigid as she stood before the brooding skirt.

Frederic, expressionless, stepped closer.

“Daddy, my mom. Ah!”

Smack!

Her heart fluttered in panic, her legs trembling beneath her

Glynnis with such force she tumbled to the floor, stars exploding in her vision,

than the sting on her cheek was the shattering of her pride.

all these members of the Abernathy Group, her father spared her no dignity, his hand

you show your face to

fury in Frederic’s eyes was blood–red as he shook with rage. “Both daughters of the Abernathy family, yet why is your sister so pure, so kind and you, a colossal disappointment! Always causing trouble, and as you grew, you couldn’t tell right from wrong,

spat out each word, feeling his decades of effort

lap of luxury, my hopes for you were high, my care for you

nothing.” Glynnis clutched her burning

recordings spoke volumes,

you think I wouldn’t? From the start, you knew everything Elspeth was up to, about the hit! Not only did you not tell me,

it’s not like that.”

realize you’re an accessory, an accomplice! Do you

terrified, fell to Frederic’s feet, her tear–streaked face lifted in a desperate plea, her hands wringing together like a fly

agony.

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now! I did those things because she forced mel She’s my mother When she told me to do something. I couldn’t refuse! It was foolish loyalty I was confused! Please, you mustn’t let me go to jail Im your own daughter, could you really bear

narrowed, and with a fierce shout, he bellowed, “Get away

aside, as it she were a servant making way for the emperor, watching as Frederic’s imposing

footsteps buzzed by her side, yet not a soul stopped to help her up, deepening her humiliation.

“Damned!”

her cries echoing through the empty hallway, her words laced with

is a courthouse, not a barnyard! Take your tantrum outside!” Two

her away.

shame, Glynnis mustered all

steadied

stood the Ashbourne family, witnessing

now couldn’t muster a

a

such a lovely and charming young lady, while Glynnis… she’s like something straight out of a horror story – vulgar,

way, I can’t help but wonder myself. The Abernathy siblings – Mr. Thaddeus, Ms. Marilla, even Mr. Chad, who has been abroad for so long – I’ve seen them all in their youth, shining bright like stars among the folks in Elmsworth. But Glynnis, she’s like a wild child picked up from the streets, with

of doubt taking root in her mind.

closer inspection, Glynnis didn’t bear much resemblance to Frederic. You could hardly believe they

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