Chapter 268

Mia’s words struck a nerve, hitting Maya’s sore spot directly.

Frustrated, Maya raised her hand. “Mia, who do you think you are, labeling me as a mistress? Just

so you know, my brother is also in this hospital. I assure you, you’ll regret making such

accusations!

“I’ve come across countless ill–mannered individuals like yourself. It’s ironic how you and Aunt Patricia share the same despicable traits.”

Without hesitation, Mia firmly grasped Maya’s hand and swiftly delivered a resounding slap in

return.

Mia’s gaze turned icy as she retorted, “Maya, you can say whatever you want about me, but mind your words. If I catch you insulting Aunt Patricia again, I swear you’ll regret it.”

Despite Patricia having a timid personality and her share of flaws, she was the one who raised Mia, and Mia wouldn’t tolerate anyone speaking ill of her.

Maya stared at Mia in disbelief. “How dare you hit me?”

strike you whenever I

reached for a fruit knife nearby, cautioning. “My temper isn’t great right now, so you better

the Lane family! If you lay a finger on

I am still legally Mrs. Barrett. This

Let me tell you, my brother’s company

believe it or not, with just one call from me, your family’s property will

so be it. It’s

was taken aback by Mia’s composed demeanor, displaying none of the reactions she

affluent background, supposed to be desperate for the redevelopment project?

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“Regardless, I’m already in a tough situation,

the room, and soon, the hospital room

to align in her favor when she embraced

of eccentricity.

Connor’s office, her face visibly marked from the encounter.

she

returning from his rounds, Connor observed the slap mark on Maya’s

he inquired with a frown.

resilient since childhood, now tearfully implored,

the nerve to hit me. It’s

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