Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 319

Chapter 319:

When the Bennetts arrived, Katrina welcomed them warmly. She engaged them in conversation with a practiced ease that gave no hint of the financial difficulties the Harpers faced under Daniela’s influence.

Her smile didn’t waver as she said, “No matter what, Daniela will always be part of the Harper family. She’s accomplished so much, and we couldn’t be prouder of her. Just the other day, she was telling us that Caiden shouldn’t push himself too hard with his work. She’s taken over the company to give him a break, and now all we have to do is enjoy the benefits. If there’s one thing she does exceptionally well, it’s making money. I think we can all agree on that.”

Katrina’s words painted Daniela as the perfect daughter, effortlessly erasing past grievances. It was as though the conflicts of the past had never existed.

“Is that really the way things are?” Richard raised an eyebrow as his gaze shifted between Katrina and Caiden, whose arm remained in a cast.

“Absolutely,” Katrina replied, her voice steady and composed.

“We’re a family, after all. Holding grudges doesn’t make sense. Whatever happened in the past, Daniela is still our daughter. She’s even moved back in with us. If that doesn’t prove where we stand, I don’t know what does.”

but his eyes lingered

“So, is this dinner about her? If it is, I’m not interested. I’ve already divorced Daniela, and what she does now is no concern of mine. Let’s

didn’t falter. With practiced charm, she steered the conversation

next

plate and said gently, “Joyce, sweetheart, all you ever seem to do is play games. Why don’t you take a break and

expression darkened, the change in his demeanor subtle

immediately and smiled inwardly. Moments later, Richard leaned forward and asked, “What’s this game Joyce is

game. Still glued to her phone, she beamed and

excitement bubbled over as she held up her phone for everyone

super rare! I can’t believe how lucky I am to have a sister

across the table,

revealing an awkward tension she couldn’t

say something, but with the Bennetts seated across from her, she remained silent. Two rare skins, and

to Katrina. The air felt heavier, as

exchanged a quick glance with Alexander before turning back to Joyce. His tone was measured, but his words carried a sharp