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.

he said, “You’re still refusing to give in? The Howards don’t need marriage alliances.

place to relax and spend our days doting on

Whitney. If you disagree, then…” Beckhamn paused, taking a deep breath as it making a decision. “Then we’ll separate!” Madelyn stared at Beckham, the man she’d been married to for 30 years, her

I don’t care, but you even try to meddle in our children’s marriages and

he married hadn’t always been consumed by self–interest, she had once been innocent and carefree.

ruined anything?” Madelyn snapped, anger rising. “It’s just a bowl of soup.

looked surprised. “You weren’t trying to hurt

to bring Whitney back and take care of her. She’s carrying our family’s child. Do you really think I’m

prepared the ingredients last

and considered Noel like her own

you agree?” Noel asked,

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 ganging up on me to make me Her

living room grew tense

and picked up the chicken soup from the coffee table. She drank it all without

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

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

agreed.

vase and handed it to Madelyn. “I was w wrong. If you lived to, take your

me mad!”