My Billionaire Family 24

Chapter 24

Mandy quickly diffused the tension. "Cherise, your dad has your best interests at heart. Just relax and enjoy the perks of being part of this family, and listen to his guidance."

As Mandy spoke, Jacob's anger subsided, grateful for her tactful handling of the situation.

Evelyn, not to be outdone, stood up, her voice resohate. "Shouldn't we consider what Cherise actually wants! She's still adjusting-making decisions for her isn't right. We want our children to be happy, don't we?" Sean agreed with Evelyn. Jacob, let Cherise decide her own future."

Chense felt a surge of gratitude for their support and consideration.

Mandy stepped in, backing Jacob up "He's just trying to do what's best for Cherise. She had a rough time out there. Now, he's trying to give her a good life. That's what matters.""

Jacobs, thankful for Mandy's support, gave her a quick, appreciative squeeze.

Cherise, just about to eat, dropped her cutlery with a clatter, capturing everyone's attention:

Above the arguing, she stayed calm and composed. "I've decided. I'm going to Betrico University. It's a done deal, she declared, then looked at Oliver. Grandpa, do you believe in me

could answer, Yves spoke

Yves, her dimples peeking out. "Thanks, little one.

defiance. "Cherise, your grandma taught you to lie, didn't she? Uneducated and deceitful. I shouldn't have let her take you to that nowhere town. If you still see me as

from behind Andy's protection, rising slowly. With a slight smirk, her eyes now

ice in Cherise's eyes, Jacob stood taller,

You're nothing like a father to me. This place isn't home now. It stopped being home when Mom was gone and you brought Mandy

Then, she walked to the door, not looking back, with

after Cherise, "If you leave now, don't count on my help again. You

"Dear, don't take it to heart, while a secret grin flickered

face, but inwardly,

to add a few years to his face. The family dispersed to their rooms, a mix of relief and concern lingering

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Chapter 21

Cherise up the front yard. "Cherise, hold

dire circumstances, Cherise carried herself

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