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 up. "Cherise, I've got

dimples peeking out. "Thanks, little one. I won't

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 your father, you'll do as I say Jacob, that's enough!" Andy interjected, stepping in

eyes now icy, she seemed to radiate a chilling presence as she

in Cherise's eyes, Jacob stood taller,

derisive snort. "Father? 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 in. And don't you dare talk about my grandmother. Her words chilled

I'll visit you another time." Then, she walked to the door, not looking back, with Andy following

felt completely humiliated and yelled after Cherise, "If you leave now, don't count on my help

take it to heart, while a secret grin flickered across her face when

face, but inwardly, she was

table, let out a heavy sigh. "A tough break, indeed." The weight of the moment appeared to add

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the front yard.

the dire circumstances, Cherise carried herself with grace

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