Chapter 275 Chapter 275 Fiona’s face flushed with alternating shades of red and white, while Sirena beside her glared, her eyes blazing with fury. “How dare you speak like that? ” she spat, “Mrs. Monson came here with sincere pleas. If you refuse to see her, so be it, but
Chapter 274 Fiona cast an anxious glance at the gatekeeper, hoping he would make an exception. With an icy expression, the gatekeeper ignored the money altogether and shook his head. “Miss Monson doesn’t receive outsiders,” he said firmly. Though Fiona didn’t identify herself, the gatekeepers immediately recognized the distinctive carriage
Chapter 273 Chapter 273 Nicolas naturally felt a twinge of uneasiness, so he took a sip of his drink to hide his discomfort. After weighing all his options, Nicolas realized that no one was better suited for the task than Fiona. As Athena’s sister–in–law, arriving with a sick child in
Chapter 272 Chapter 272 Nicolas gently held Cedric’s tiny hand and softly soothed him, “There, there, be a good boy, Cedric p> Fiona naturally missed the scheming glint in Nicolas’s eyes. All she saw was the tender affection in Nicolas’s eyes as he gazed at Cedric, and her heart melted.
Chapter 271 Chapter 271 Athena thought she had escaped the power struggles, but little did she know she was teetering on the brink. A mere beckoning would pull her right back into its depths. Nelson’s initial surprise quickly gave way to excitement. Bowing deeply, he declared, “I will carry out
Chapter 270 Chapter 270 Faced with Athena’s question, a crack appeared in Xander’s perpetually icy expression. My intentions couldn’t be more obvious, does she really not see it, or is she just pretending not to?‘ Xander wondered. Nelson had already tactfully withdrawn from the room. Inside, only Athena and Xander
Chapter 269 However, no one expected that Athena would completely forget about this matter. That was why Xander was upset. Soon enough, the meal was ready. Athena lifted the lid, scooped a spoonful, and sniffed. Her face twisted in disgust. ‘Same as always, tastes like death,’ she thought. Athena cautiously
Chapter 268 Chapter 268 Chapter 268 Athena’s heart skipped a beat as she thought, ‘Oh no p> Lately, she’d been so wrapped up in hanging out with Ferris that she completely forgot about her studies at the Xander Manor. Athena thought to herself, ‘It’s not like I did something terrible!
Chapter 267 No Ads Chapter 267 Chapter 267 He forced a light smile. “Meds to dull the pain, sheer will to keep going p> Those few words made Athena’s heart ache. When the pain hit, he’d take medicine. When he collapsed, he’d drag himself back up, no matter how bad
Chapter 266 Ferris had never been so intimate with a woman before. He never realized just how delicate a woman’s wrist could be. Under his palm, her skin felt as smooth as the finest jewel, soft, flawless, and warm. It was exquisitely smooth. The gentle touch sent a burning sensation
Chapter 265 Chapter 265 “I know I messed up before, but I promise I’ll treat you right from now on,” Michael blurted out in a rush. Then, he quietly stepped back outside. He could tell Athena still couldn’t stand him. ‘If I push too hard, I’ll only drive Athena further
Chapter 264 Chapter 264 The once– deserted courtyard had recently come alive with warmth and activity. The surroundings were pitch–dark, yet the small courtyard was ablaze with light. The giant paper–moon decoration was especially eye–catching. Now and then, Athena’s and Trina’s laughter would ring out, adding to the lively atmosphere
Chapter 263 Kelsey stepped out of the study, only then realizing a thin sheen of sweat had broken out across her back. Now, as a chilly breeze swept over her, she shivered, the cold biting straight to her bones. Pausing on the steps to steady herself, a look of helpless
Chapter 262 No Ads Chapter 262 Henry and Nicolas gasped in shock, their faces showing a complex mix of emotions. They exchanged a knowing glance. Both found themselves at a loss. Athena had been expelled from the Monson family, yet Fermin wanted them to win her back. That was like
Chapter 261 Chapter 261 Fermin pointed his finger right at Henry’s nose and started hurling insults. Henry remained bowed low, his face etched with terror, not daring to utter a single word. Fermin’s face turned livid with rage as he slammed the table. “I should have realized it sooner. How
Chapter 260 Chapter 260 Fiona felt an unbearable ache in her chest as tears rolled down her cheeks, dropping one by one onto the back of her hand. One look at Fiona, and Sirena understood everything. Sirena came with Fiona after she married Nicolas, having been by her side since
Chapter 259 Ever since she married into the Monson family, Fiona had been walking on eggshells, terrified of making even the slightest mistake. She might not excel at much else, but when it came to business, Fiona was a real whiz. Now that this opportunity to prove herself had finally
Chapter 258 Chapter 258 At the Monson family. Henry had been in a foul mood these past few days. Ever since Athena was banished from the family, Margaret fell gravely ill and never recovered. Several times he attempted to visit, only to be firmly turned away by Gwen Denison, Margaret’s
Chapter 257 Chapter 257 Stopping her now would only add to Athena’s distress and serve no purpose. He felt that it was better to let her vent it all out than have her bottle it up and hurt herself. In the side room, Macy’s body lay in repose. Ferris had
Chapter 256 Xander’s words struck Athena’s heart like a punch to the gut. “Wait for what? ‘ Athena wondered. Athena’s heart raced wildly. ‘I need to ask him, she thought anxiously, but Xander remained silent. Xander pulled Athena into his arms with a domineering grip, swept her up in a