The Perfect Wife's Perfect Revenge

Chapter 249

"Gwyn is absolutely adorable, and she clearly loves Violet," Grace remarked with

a gentle smile, though inwardly she felt nothing but disdain for Violet. Like Violet, Grace had climbed high in her career as a woman in a man's world-but her own husband had abandoned her after his success, running off with another woman and fathering a child.

In the aftermath, Grace's heart had shattered. She'd exacted her revenge with ruthless efficiency, then left that chapter behind, raising her two sons alone. From then on, she'd poured herself into her work, climbing the political ranks with single-minded determination.

Violet offered a polite, measured smile, the corners of her lips lifting just so. "Gwyn is very attached to me. She's a sweet girl-so much has happened to her..." She let her words trail off intentionally, inviting sympathy but saying nothing

more.

"Where's Gwyn's mom today? Why didn't she come?" Grace asked. She'd always thought highly of McNeil, but the way he'd handled things today left much to be desired.

Violet hesitated, at a loss for words, and McNeil seemed equally unsure how to respond.

of indignation in her eyes. "Mommy left with Uncle

Max today. Gwyneth had seen her mother too,

taken a hit, but Gwyneth's sudden revelation caused them both to

fault didn't lie with McNeil, but with Mrs.

the smile tugging at her lips, her earlier

silliest things," she said lightly.

Grace and Owen's suspicions shifted toward Mrs. Langford. Suddenly, their disappointment in McNeil turned

set stubbornly. "Daddy and Ms. Marchand

and took a quick sip, while Owen hurriedly stood and raised his own. "Mr. Langford, thank you for your hospitality today. Allow

moments before, was surprised-and relieved —that Gwyneth's words had so deftly redirected the committee members' attention. For

and cheerful conversation, Gwyneth quickly forgot her earlier

satisfied with their meeting. As they prepared to leave, Owen said earnestly, "Mr. Langford, every family has its struggles. I'll continue