She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

Chapter 41

Wesley forced a stiff smile. "Athena is already exceptional. There's nothing we need to teach her.

"But your own child, fresh back from overseas, doesn't even have the guts to show their face. Are they that ashamed?" The tension in the room shot up immediately. The guests thought, Wow, they're already going at it?"

The Kennedy family's expressions soured.

Regina sneered, "Mr. and

Mrs.

Donovan, tonight's dinner includes French cuisine. Do you even know how to eat it? Would you like us to give you a hands-on lesson?" Arthur didn't miss a beat. "Your kid just got back from abroad. Do they even know how to use a fork? Maybe we should give them a lesson."

At this, Josie raised her tiny hand and said in her sweet, childish voice, "I know how to use a fork. I can teach them."

The crowd couldn't help but laugh.

They looked down on the Donovan family for being poor, but they didn't think much of the Kennedy family either, who were rich but classless. So, they stayed neutral, just enjoying the show. Regina was so furious she slammed the table, about to lose her temper.

Just then, someone exclaimed, "Athena is here-

Both families instinctively turned toward the entrance, pausing their argument.

With Athena being the former beloved daughter of the Kennedy family, even those who hadn't met her had certainly heard/

of her.

of ner.

She was also the top student and a recognized beauty of Kitmore City High School, the best in the city-everyone in the room knew who she was.

Given the special nature of tonight's event, the moment she walked in, she became the center of attention.

she was dressed

high ponytail, and she wore white sneakers, a light yellow T-shirt with a cute duck design, and white knee-length shorts. A cream-colored crossbody bag hung over her shoulder. She looked

the curves that even her loose T-shirt couldn't hide, her shiny black hair, long curled eyelashes,

fair skin, dark hair, rosy lips, and perfect

could possibly nitpick was

main table, completely unfazed by the attention. "Dad, Mom, Arthur, Josie, Fm sorry. I only got Zoe's

no sign of distress or discomfort, Wesley and the

relaxed

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Wesley smiled. "There aren't any seats left at

out?"

The

isn't over yet. How can we leave now?" Athena grinned as she gently patted Josie's head. "Josie, how about you sit with me?" Josie clapped her

her up and seated

whispered, "Athena, what's going on

Wesley Regina said, her old grudges bubbling to the surface. With a cold smile, she continued, "Now that you're here, why haven't you greeted us, the adoptive parents who raised you for 18 years? Or are you afraid

others calmed down as well. "Alright, th But don't worry, just think of it as watching a good show. Hold back your anger for now, and we'll make sure to return the favor later"

well,

bitter because my parents didn't give you enough when they sent you back to the Donovan family? Is that

Whoa, Athena just walked in, and the Kennedy family is already attacking her? raising her for 18 years, they're talking to her like she's an enemy And wait, did Athena

own kids can't even measure up to me, and I still treated you as my adoptive parents, wouldn't they worry that I might steal your affection-or even your inheritance? How could

sake of your family's happiness, it's only right that I cut ties

good daughter to them-1 simply don't have the time or energy to deal with you." The crowd

the Kennedy family where it hurts! This is getting intense. Everyone was eager to see what would happen next. The only ones thrilled by this were the Donovan family. All their anger and frustration seemed to melt away at

moment. "Stop

slamming the table. "What makes you think you're better than my Andrew and Gia?

"Jealous?