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.

are the duties of Mrs. Bamford? Do those include serving drinks, doing laundry, and cooking? Or is it to be

faint smile that didn't quite reach her

her bold response. She was both surprised

do these things, there are plenty of others who would. Don't forget that you were the one who insisted on marrying Dexter in the

had been all these years. “Yes, I was

you've come to your senses now?” Fiona asked mockingly as a smirk graced her

take over your duties. But as for the events you're supposed to attend,

pause and taking in Angela's expression, she pressed on, “What's the matter? You

chuckled coldly, refined and regal as always. "Some people can bargain-because they

and each word she spoke was merciless, piercing Angela

Chapter 20

I have no backing, But don't forget that I've been living in Bamford Estate for three

destroy something, no one could do it faster than I could. Compared to you, I'm just a lowly insect. But that's precisely why I have nothing to lose.

hands tightly in her sleeves

would you dare to do that?" Fiona narrowed her

I simply hoped to regain a shred of dignity in front of you. But you're so used to looking down on others, you've forgotten how to treat anyone as an

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

something you earn, not something others give you," Fiona said,