Chapter 224 Her words were unmistakable—she did not approve of Elizabeth’s place in the James family, and she suggested that divorce was not just a possibility but an eventuality.

The lady, sensing Billie’s disapproval, smiled knowingly.

Feigning sincerity, she turned to Elizabeth and said, “My dear, since you’ve married into the James family despite your background, you should be sensible.

Don’t let greed cloud your judgment.”

Her gaze intentionally lingered on Elizabeth’s pink diamond necklace as she spoke.

Elizabeth’s fists clenched at her sides, her nails digging into her palms.

Despite the sting of the subtle insult, she kept her composure.

This was Melany’s birthday banquet; causing a scene here would only reflect poorly on her.

She forced a smile and nodded as though she hadn’t noticed the implication.

Not far away, Elijah observed the exchange, his sharp eyes darkening.

Melany, noticing his reaction, leaned in and whispered, “Elizabeth has endured a lot since marrying into our family.”

off her concern with a cool

quick-witted and articulate she can

“You should.”

pressed further, her

can’t silence the unrelenting tide

She’s your wife.

support and respect her will

shifted slightly, a fleeting look of something unreadable crossing

moment, Melany

“Go to her.

lingering here and being

some old

a

he nodded politely at them before turning his full attention

eyes met Elizabeth’s, the usual coldness in his gaze softened, replaced by a tenderness that even Elizabeth

he said softly, “are you tired?

had just criticized Elizabeth

on the brink of

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