Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

Chapter 20

Chapter 20

Back then, Miles had gone to great lengths to have Lionel acknowledged by the Bamfords.

"I understand," Dexter replied indifferently.

Fiona was used to his attitude by now.

“Come with me,” she said, pointing at Angela. Then, she left without looking back.

They walked into the study one after another.

Fiona got straight to the point. “Angela, I've heard that you've changed a lot these past few dave

I'm warning you-don't go causing unnecessary trouble. Stay here and fulfill your duties as Mrs. Bamford."

In the past, Angela wouldn't have dared to say anything in response. But now, she refused to endure such commands and suffer in silence.

those include serving drinks, doing laundry, and cooking? Or is it to be humiliated by my husband's secretary or to be a

that didn't quite reach her eyes. On top of

froze at her bold response. She was both

the one who insisted on marrying Dexter in the first place. Have you forgotten that?" Fiona's tone grew colder, and the imposing air she exuded

been all these years. “Yes, I was a fool back

you've come to your senses now?” Fiona asked mockingly

else take over your duties. But as for the events you're supposed to attend, you must still show up." Fiona crossed her arms,

taking in Angela's expression, she pressed on,

bargain-because they have something

she spoke was merciless, piercing

Chapter 20

"Yes, it's true that I have no backing, But don't forget that I've been living in

Compared to you, I'm just a lowly insect.

her hands tightly in her sleeves with a

to do that?" Fiona narrowed her eyes at Angela

"No, not really. I simply hoped to regain a shred of dignity in front of you. But you're so used to looking down

that, her expression was bold and defiant. Fiona frowned as she stared coldly at Angela. The latter had always been so submissive, yet

earn, not something others give