When Love Is a Lie

Chapter 256 She Finally Agrees

Whitney’s eyes widened in surprise. Elijah had known all along

She glanced at Noel and noticed he didn’t seem as surprised as she was

“It’s all thanks to Grandpa for looking out for us,” Noel slid

“Good to hear that,” Beckham said, feeling relieved. His voice softened with concem as he asked, “How are you feeling, Whitney? You’ve been through a serious Injury. I can’t thank you enough for saving Noel.”

Whitney replied, “I’m fine now. Thanks for your concem,

Mr. Howard =

Noticing the serious expressions on their faces, Beckham recalled the odd atmosphere he’d sensed when he walked in. Frowning, he asked, “Care to tell me what’s happening here?”

Noel glanced at Madelyn but stayed silent.

Beckham knew his wife well enough. Even though Noel stayed silent, Beckham could tell what Madelyn was thinking.

to give in? The Howards don’t need marriage alliances. I’ve always done things with integrity, and I don’t need any

find a peaceful, beautiful place to relax and spend our days doting on the grandkids. Isn’t

making a decision. “Then we’ll separate!” Madelyn stared at Beckham, the man she’d been

on having everything your way. I don’t care, but

been consumed

just a bowl of soup. What did you think I was going

surprised. “You weren’t trying

irritated, “I just wanted to bring Whitney back and take care of

spoke up. “Mrs. Howard prepared the ingredients last night and started

years and considered

agree?” Noel asked,

stab for you. Where else would I find a daughter–in–law like her? Do you think I’m that ungrateful?” Madelyn sank onto the couch, tuming her gaze away as she sulked, “But what do you two think of me? You and your son are

room grew tense and

forward and picked up the chicken soup from the

at her. “Aren’t you worried everything I said earlier was a lie? That I

grandmother, you wouldn’t do that.” She then turned to Ada. “Can I have another bowl?”

wannly and quickly agreed. Madelyn’s expression

it to Madelyn. “I was w wrong. If you lived to,

me mad!”