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Chapter 277 Usurped The Affection Rightfully Hers

Jayden's arrival marked the start of the dinner.

This was Chelsea's birthday dinner, attended only by her closest relatives, making it a modest gathering rather than a grand affair.

Jayden's prominent political status meant that a more elaborate celebration would likely draw unwanted attention and spark harmful gossip. A simple family meal like this one

was more suitable.

Everyone enjoyed a warm and cordial atmosphere throughout the meal.

Following the meal, Corrine brought out the gift she had selected with care.

Chelsea's face lit up with joy and a wide smile upon seeing the gift.

Trying to contain his surprise, Gregory inquired, "Is that the blue diamond from last night's Forreal auction?"

Corrine nodded. "Yes."

Gregory quietly appreciated the grand gesture of wealth.

"Clearly, generosity runs in the Ford family," a sarcastic voice remarked.

voice belonged to Gregory's sister, Callie Hoffman, two years younger than

Corrine had a history of rivalry, both open

flashing with brief irritation. "It's Aunt Chelsea's birthday. Let's

side, Gregory? Remember, I am your

tone sharpened on the words

statement wasn't just for Gregory; it

but she tended to

The

it seemed to Callie that her whole family's

that Corrine had usurped the affection rightfully hers,

instantly charged the dinner's

Corrine, and Jayden, visibly irritated, swiftly came to her defense.

Chelsea's birthday dinner was because she was

was calm, yet

had always been

Callie sat quietly in her

let out a soft laugh. "Callie, nobody forced you to be here. Now that you've come, try to enjoy the evening instead

to humiliate Corrine publicly was a

Jules was always quick to support Corrine. Frustration evident,

the tension escalate, Gregory rose to smooth things over. "Aunt Chelsea, please forgive Callie. She's still young and doesn't always understand

niece, Chelsea preferred