Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After (Linsey)

Chapter 948:

An elegant woman walked toward them, her steps firm and her aura commanding. Several tall bodyguards followed close behind.

“You actually have the nerve to ask?” Hester Wade shot Dustin a glare, then turned her cold, assessing eyes on Dolores. She gave a disdainful snort before narrowing her gaze at Zenia and Zander. “Don’t tell me these kids are your secret illegitimate children.”

Dolores’ expression changed immediately.

Without a second thought, she gently placed her hand over Zenia’s ears, trying to block out the cruel words.

Back when Gorman had held Zenia captive, some kids had mocked her background. But those taunts were nothing compared to this.

The word “illegitimate” cut far deeper.

Dustin stood up sharply, anger in his voice. “Mom, how can you say that in front of the kids?”

Though clearly upset, he kept his tone low. “They’re not mine. They’re Collin’s.”

a hint of surprise. “Well, if they’re Collin’s, it’s fine to help

looked Dolores up and down. “But don’t tell me you’re taking care of Collin’s girl too. That would be quite the

words were like ice, and Dolores felt

that moment, everything

knew. She

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as a threat—just someone beneath her notice. It was obvious Hester

this was headed. If Dustin kept

the mess. Nor could she let Dustin fight with his

looked at Hester in disbelief. “Mom, it’s not

a formal

have other commitments, feel free to head out. I can manage getting the kids home

moment, pivoting to face

him puzzled, unsure of her intent. He also couldn’t grasp why she seemed

spotted them together, Dustin had hoped