Chapter 141

Miranda replied, "Thanks for that."

The smile playing on Elian's lips deepened slightly. "No problem."

Miranda had been planning to do just that. Listening to Alistair's nonsense, she could barely hold herself back. But she hadn't expected Elian to jump in first.

Their exchange left Alistair looking even more discomfited. He had never been in such a humiliating position before, never treated in this way. His pride felt like it was being stomped into the dirt.

"Mr. Ashcroft, this is a family matter," he said coldly to Elian.

Elian retorted just as coldly, "A family matter? Does she even recognize you as family? You're deluding yourself."

Alistair gritted his teeth, but given Elian's reputation, even after being kicked, he didn't dare lash out. He turned to Miranda, his voice grim. "I've delivered the message. You can think about it. If you can't stand Arabella, I'll work on keeping her out of your sight."

His last words lingered for a moment, a personal offer not backed by the rest of the Hawke family.

return to the Hawke family, he would deal

Alistair spun on his heel, ready to leave. Elian's gaze followed him icily, his eyes carrying a chill. Miranda spoke up, her voice dripping with sarcasm, "The real disgusting ones aren't just Arabella. It's

Alistair's steps faltered.

actions, your enabling of Arabella's actions against me,

cold as she enunciated each word, "In a way, you all are the real murderers. Every single one of you

her lips into a chilly arc.

panic crossing his eyes. Then he hurried to his car

looked away, feeling a wave of disappointment. Seeing anyone from the Hawke family made

culprits that had killed the old Miranda were her own parents and four

the ones who had cast her into hell. And now, they tried to lay all

should've kicked him harder," Elian said

felt a lethal chill from him. It was quiet and composed, the kind of calm that came

Miranda glanced at Elian.

he didn't seem to have issues with you, looks like

understood

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255