My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 990:

He fixed a stern look on Kody, Reece, and Arion. “Is this some kind of joke? They’ve been walking all over us, and you’ve done nothing! You left everything in the Hinks family’s hands—what have they managed to accomplish? After all this time, no explanations, no respect towards the Morrison family. I’m still here, aren’t I? Carrie has endured so much, and you’ve stood by and done nothing!”

Carrie rose and moved next to Luca, softly pulling at his sleeve to soothe him. “Luca, please, it’s not their fault. They’ve tried to protect me. I haven’t really faced any harm. Let’s not create enemies where we don’t need to. Having more allies is always better than having enemies.”

Luca shot Kody a reproachful look. “Hear that? Carrie always puts the family first. What have you done in her defense?”

Arion, unbothered by the scolding, flashed a smile and joked, “Seems like Grandpa only has eyes for Carrie. He never bothers to fuss over me or my brother like that.”

Reece rolled his eyes and muttered, “Speak for yourself. I’m not part of this.”

Gerry, the butler, who had initially announced the arrival of the visitors, was drenched in sweat from the heated exchange. Seeing the momentary calm, he asked, “Should I go tell them we’re not available?”

one was home from the start. Who were you announcing it to, anyway? Isn’t that just a complicated way to show we’re avoiding

stumbled over

derisive snort. “Their adopted daughter isn’t shy about causing offense. What does it matter if they

interjected with a serene expression, wisdom showing beyond her years. “Let’s not sever ties with the Hinks family just yet, Luca. Many in Isonridge would love to see us falter. Alethea acts on her own

to defend their child. It would

as capable as any leader. As I grow older, it’s clear the Morrison family’s future will depend on your generation’s ability to collaborate

to Gerry. “Please, bring the Hinks family into

quickly

meet with the Hinks family and

Jacob, accompanied by an assistant bearing gifts, made their entrance. Alethea

Luca Morrison,” Kelsey and Jacob extended a polite greeting as they entered,