“And who do you suppose you are to judge me?” she snapped. “Do you want me to expose your transgressions? Not only did you push Rhea into the lake, you’ve also been flirting with other men.”

She paused before continuing, “Do you forget the luck you had marrying into the

Thomas family? To me, you’re nothing but an immoral woman. You’re undeserving of my son. Your lack of a mother’s guidance has made you vulgar.”

Suddenly, Millie threw back her head and laughed. Despite her high status, Celeste’s harsh words were amusing.

“Mrs. Thomas, you’re overthinking things. Do you honestly believe I was eager to marry into your family? If not for your son’s feigning disability, if Mia hadn’t declined his proposal, and if Gianna hadn’t insisted I marry him, 1 wouldn’t have set foot in this house. As for the Thomas family’s wealth, it’s irrelevant. I use my own money. Your family’s wealth and status mean nothing to me.”

Having said her piece, Millie turned to leave.

Marcus standing nearby, his face stern, his gaze

Was he home?

was at a loss for words, yet she couldn’t retract

expression. He had seen Marcus deny a half-year-long project out of

do upon hearing

past Millie, a

gaze trained on Millie as he thoughtfully

marriage was a burden

said nothing. Her lips were pursed, and her eyes were

hear that? This woman has

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