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Mona watched the slender hand resting on Maxwell's arm, feeling increasingly annoyed. She wished she could just remove it. Only she could link arms with Maxwell.

Maxwell's hand was still intertwined with hers. As Mona squeezed slightly, he winced and instinctively took a step back, causing Lydia's hand to fall away. Seeing this, Mona felt a sense of relief.

After experiencing a disastrous relationship with Teddy. Mona became adept at reading people. Although Maxwell claimed there were no feelings between them, it didn't mean Lydia felt the same way. After all. Lydia called Maxwell in such a sweet manner, and her hand had even rested on Maxwell's arms.

Mona was determined to eliminate any woman who showed interest in Maxwell before they could even get a chance

Maxwell's action embarrassed Lydia, who silently withdrew her hand and looked up at him with large eyes filled with unspeakable grievance.

Everyone from the Carter family was also watching Maxwell, including Mona, who was curious to see how he would respond to Lydia.

"I'm sorry, but I don't miss you, so don't say that again, Maxwell stated bluntly.

His tone was cold, but inside, he felt pleased. He had just noticed Mona's small gesture, which was a clear sign of jealousy.

He didn't want Mona to doubt his feelings for her, so it was best to be straightforward. He didn't need any so-called friends of the opposite sex. He had Mona, and that was enough

After Maxwell's words, some were happy, some were angry, and others felt awkward.

Finally, Richard glanced at Maxwell and said something to smooth things over, "Have a seat. Dinner will be served soon. Lydia, why don't you sit next to me?"

was solely on Mona, and with reluctance, she walked over to

however, was in high spirits as she

a lavish spread. Maxwell

I have something to say. Lydia came back to the country on her own. Her parents are abroad. Our family and the Reed family have a long-standing friendship, so Lydia will be

two grew up with her. Please take some time to show her around and let her experience how Nathontown has changed over the years. Alright,

Richard finished speaking, they began to dig

seemed particularly fond of Lydia. Even the usually indifferent Stephanie actively

contrast, Maxwell didn't serve Lydia any food. Instead, he placed a piece

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with her. As long as the person she cared about liked her, that was

Carter family's affection

on keeping everyone to chat with Lydia, and even Gordon

was about to decline, Mona nodded in

the sofa, reminiscing about their childhood, with

didn't contribute much.

full, she whispered to Maxwell and decided

Lydia back and allow her to reconnect with the Carter family. Mona wasn't close with Lydia.

more alert. Sitting with the family inside, she found herself at a loss for words and felt

lifted her dress as