My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 925:

In Carrie’s estimation, Alethea was even more troublesome than Lise and Aliza combined, primarily because her powerful family connections reinforced her arrogance and spite.

Alethea surveyed Carrie with open contempt, her voice dripping with mockery. “Is this how the Morrison family raises their daughters? Ms. Campbell, why are you draping yourself across a man so shamelessly in public?”

Kyson’s hands remained supportively on Carrie’s arms as he helped her regain stability. “Miss Hinks, mind your accusations,” he said, clearly displeased. “Carrie merely slipped.”

“Miss Hinks. Carrie.” Alethea silently repeated these contrasting forms of address countless times. Even the most oblivious observer could discern the stark difference in Kyson’s regard for each woman.

Struggling to contain her mounting rage, Alethea softened her tone. “Kyson, I’m simply concerned that certain individuals might be deceiving you. I’m aware she recently divorced Miss Herrera’s fiancé before becoming entangled with his nephew. The Webster family has always maintained an impeccable reputation—what if you tarnish it for a woman…”

unfinished, sparing them the

acquaintance, Carrie realized that challenging Alethea would only create an awkward situation for Kyson—her cousin’s future

and turned toward Kyson. “Kyson, I need to return to the

Alethea before bending down to retrieve Carrie’s shoes. He placed them carefully by her feet and extended his hand to assist

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to avoid his touch, momentarily forgetting her position on the stairs. This

her hand in time, preventing another fall. “Don’t be so formal with me,” Kyson said with gentle exasperation. “Just

steady her as she slipped her feet into

was so prone to stumbling. Perhaps you should consider a neurological examination. I understand that

heavily in the air—that Carrie repeatedly employed the same manipulative

Carrie feigned deafness to the barb, Kyson’s expression darkened noticeably. “Miss Hinks, while I deeply appreciate your family’s generous contributions to our school, Carrie remains an extremely important friend to me, and I expect