The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 87

Chapter 87

Edward had a cake in one hand and a bag in the other as he walked toward the dining room.

He smiled. “Happy birthday, Tay. A cake and a bottle of champagne. I brought you some fruits and chocolates from overseas, Grandma Edna, Mrs. Zack.”

My grandmother and aunt exchanged an uneasy glance before the former smiled diplomatically. “Thank you, but I’m fine. These look like fine gifts for your own grandparents and parents, though.”

I sprang to my feet without any pretensions of politeness. Why are you here? Did anyone invite you? I don’t think so!”

“It’s your birthday, Tay,” he said gently.

“And it has nothing to do with an outsider like you! No one wants you here, so how about you respect that and leave?” I shot back, ordering Clara to show him out.

Clara couldn’t, of course.

Edward knew he was in trouble, so he immediately tried to win my grandmother and aunt’s approval. “Please, I know I’ve made a mistake. I know I was wrong. I won’t do it again! Please, help me convince her to give me another chance!”

too old to get involved in these

done is done. You’re not entitled to

from you. She just wanted to be with you because you were a good person, and you were good

she supposed to want you back?” my aunt

head. “I know… It’s

shoved him out the door. “Go away! Did

just forgive me… I’ll do anything for you!

and

fact, I threw his gifts out the door. “Take your shit

the door and

noticed the look on my face. “Are you alright, sweetie? It’s not easy to let go of a six–year–long

chicken. “Nah. He’s not worth it.”

and aunt exchanged worried glances.

He won’t even agree to our divorce. I’m taking him to court,” I said. “The trial starts next month.

to make it

grandmother was as optimistic as ever. “Okay! I’m always behind

start cutting the cake! I

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