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.

still refusing to give in? The Howards don’t need marriage alliances. I’ve

days doting on the grandkids. Isn’t that better, Madelyn? Stop holding on to these material things!

it making a decision. “Then we’ll separate!” Madelyn stared at Beckham, the

don’t want a divorce. You’re the one who insists on having everything your way. I don’t care, but you even try to meddle in

he married hadn’t always been consumed by self–interest,

snapped, anger rising. “It’s just a bowl of soup. What did you think I was

“You weren’t trying to hurt our

care of her. She’s carrying our family’s child. Do you really think

“Mrs. Howard prepared the ingredients last night and started stewing them

had worked for the Howard family for over 20 years and considered Noel like her own child,

asked,

as

in the living room grew

picked up the chicken soup from

I said earlier was a lie? That

gently and shook her head “You’re the baby’s grandmother, you wouldn’t do that.”

wannly and quickly agreed. Madelyn’s expression softened consideratily.

and handed it to Madelyn. “I was

me mad!”