When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1143 He Is An Idiot

Fortunately, the parents didn’t dwell on their curiosity for too long. Once their own children appeared, they quickly turned their attention away from Elliot and dispersed.

After Elliot hopped into the car, the atmosphere immediately brightened with cheerful chatter and laughter.

The three of them set off toward the Rainswroth residence, where Elena felt her spirits lifting. It had been so long since she’d felt this happy. Elliot’s vibrant energy was infectious.

When they arrived at the mansion, they were greeteil by Cassandra, who had come over that day as well. As she watched Elena bring back Cecilia and Elliot, a flicker of displeasure crossed her face.

“Mom,” Cassandra greeted,

“Mm.” Elena responded with a gentle nod, treating her with the utmost courtesy.

Cassandra’s eyes darted to Cecilia, and her expression stiffened. She turned back to Elena, her voice a little sharp, “Mom, what brings Ms. Smith here?”

Ms. Smith?

The use of “Ms. Smith annoyed Elena, but given Cassandra’s ba

given birth to two children for our Rainsworth family, and the child she’s carrying now

further, clearly showing her

someone who isn’t even of the same social standing–as my sister–in–law? What on earth har gotten into Elena to suddenly treat Cecilia so

no move to greet Cecilia properly. Instead, she simply

to escalate the situation, turned to Cecilia and Elliot with a smile. “Dinner will be ready soon. Why don’t you both relax for a

“All right.” Cecilia replied.

to contain his curiosity, Elliot looked up at Elena, his eyes wide with anticipation. “Grandma, can

his father’s condition, about how Nathaniel had lost his mind, but it still seemed so hard

“Not yet,” she said gently. “Give it a little more time,

didn’t want Elliot to meet Nathaniel while he was still in such a fragile, confused state. She

sighed, his disappointment evident in

reassuring smile. “I’m going to go change my clothes. We’ll have

on the frail child beside her, she couldn’t help

her voice laced with disdain. “Do you honestly think Mom has grown fond of you! She’s only keeping you around because Nathaniel isn’t capable of taking care of things anymore. She needs you to look

don’t really care if others like me or not. But you…. are you upset that Mom treats me well?” she asked, her tone steady, deliberately provoking

Her eyes were filled with arrogance. “Cecilia, don’t think for one second that you’re important just because you’re pregnant. I’m carrying a

but let out a laugh. “Well, here’s to you having