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Chapter 460 Emotionally Unstable
Atlas noticed my hesitation and looked at me skeptically, asking, “What’s wrong? You don’t want to?”Since I had to devise an excuse, I said, “Ava should spend more time with Grace. We can discuss moving to your place later, but Molly can stay here for now since I have many rooms downstairs. I welcome them here so Ava and my mom have company.”Atlas smiled and said, “Sure, we should let Ava spend time with her grandmother. We can always decide on moving later.”After dinner, we snuggled on the couch and enjoyed our rare peaceful time together. We discussed our time in Celestis Island and were about to call my mom and the others when the doorbell rang.We smiled at each other, wondering who it could be this time. I quickly got up and checked the peephole, feeling frustrated when I saw Matthew through it. It seemed I could never get rid of this thorn in my side.However, I felt at ease with Atlas around. I pressed the button to open the apartment door, and Matthew appeared shortly a
Chapter 461 Pillar of Strength
"You know that Melanie is immature. Don’t stoop to her level. So why do you insist on arguing with her?" Matthew looked weary and exasperated.“Sorry! It’s your choice to tolerate her behavior. I have no obligation to do the same. I’m not stooping to her level, so don’t get it twisted.” I said, “Don’t get any ideas. I took your mother to the hospital because I don’t want her discomfort to affect my child.”“Oh, right! What about Ava?” It was only now that he remembered to ask about her.Matthew had me baffled. What’s going on in his head?“She went to Celestis Island,” I replied.“Celestis Island?” Matthew’s face fell. “Why Celestis Island? You didn’t send them so far just so you could be alone with other men, did you? It’s so hot there, and for a little kid...”“Do you have anything else to say? If not, go home!” I cut off his words, not wanting to see that expression on his face.His eyes were filled with rage, but he kept his emotions in check."Chloe, you should respect m
Chapter 462 Suffer at the Brink of Death
Matthew could only hang his head, unable to argue.“You’re a man, and you can’t even protect your mother? She raised Melanie, and this is how she’s repaid? Melanie, Melanie... Is the whole Murphy family indebted to her?” My words were bitter, but I just couldn’t keep quiet at a time like this. How did I ever fall for such an idiot?"Do you know how humiliated she has been her entire life? Her husband cheated on her right in front of her, keeping his mistress under the same roof. In the end, she had to raise that woman's bastard child.”I was enraged, even yelling words I never thought I would say. My outburst surprised me.“Now, this despicable Melanie, along with that woman who brought her a lifetime of shame, are ganging up on her. How could Grace not fall ill?”Matthew looked at me without saying anything back."Ask Melanie why she insists on taking Grace to the hospital. Does it come from a sudden sense of duty to treat her right and save her life?" I glared at Matthew.He
Chapter 463 Causing a Scene
I frowned and went to check. Melanie's fiery presence greeted me as I swung open the office door.Two junior employees were holding her back. Eleanor and Carol were both there, witnessing the scene. Melanie looked as if she had come here ready for a fight.I glanced at Carol and nodded. “Let her go!”Melanie shook her shoulders and adjusted her sleeves once she was free. “Chloe, you shameless woman. Did you seduce Matthew again? What did you say to him?”Turning to Benjamin, I said, “Call Matthew and have him come pick up his dear wife. She may not be ashamed of her behavior, but I certainly am!”I could see that people from other floors were already sneaking glances at us.“Stop fucking pretending! Do you think you’re a saint?!” Melanie was fuming as she yelled, “You two are divorced. Why are you still meddling in our family affairs? What did you say to Matthew that he came home berserk?" I understood what she meant. It seemed like Matthew had taken action after returning from
Chapter 464 The Cat Is Out of the Bag
"Do you think Grace had an easy time raising you?" I continued, “Your mother only gave birth to you and caused havoc to the Murphy family. But you’ve teamed up with your mother to bully Grace? Do you think you would be here today if Grace weren’t so kind?"“Chloe, spare us your nonsense! Our family matters are none of your business!”I pressed on. “When you can’t sleep at night, reflect on your past. How many times have you been on the brink of life and death? Has Grace ever given up on you? "She took you to the hospital tirelessly, though she couldn’t even buy clothes for herself. Even I have spent time and money caring for you countless times. And I was an outsider who only joined the Murphy family later. Do you have an ounce of conscience regarding Grace?”Others in the office joined in, criticizing her. After all, most of the people in this building were familiar with her. Melanie had lost all moral integrity.“Chloe, don’t pretend to be righteous. You’re no saint, either. Yo
Chapter 465 Pushed to the Edge
Just then, the elevator dinged, and a figure strode over. “Chlo, stop it, let her go!”It was Matthew. He rushed over, prying my hands apart. After he flung me aside, I lunged at Melanie again.Matthew glared at me, shouting, “What are you trying to do? Chloe... I’m warning you, let go!”Melanie was now in Matthew’s arms, panting and coughing. Her face, once purple, was returning to its normal color. After catching her breath, she pointed at me and cried out to Matthew, “Matt, hit her! You saw it. She was trying to kill me. She’s been plotting against me. Make her pay!”Once more, I charged at her. I had never felt so out of control in my life, even when Matthew was violent toward me. No one could stop me. Melanie’s face turned pale with fear.Benjamin, Carol, and Eleanor tried to restrain me, holding onto my trembling body.Matthew was taken aback. He shouted at everyone, “What are you all trying to do? Ganging up on a defenseless woman? You’re really...”Before he could
Chapter 466 Another Episode of Chaos
Matthew’s slap sent Melanie sprawling. Her body skidded across the floor before she finally stopped. She lay there and writhed in a fit of hysterical sobs. She cursed, drawing disdainful gazes from everyone present.Benjamin spat, “Leave, all of you! Listen to me, Melanie. It’s not over. The cops will dig up every detail. As long as you’re involved, you’ll pay. Matthew, take your bitch and get lost. You’re the reason your mother fell so ill.”Benjamin did not flinch nor stutter as he continued, “I’m not afraid of you. Sooner or later, that bitch will ruin you.”Matthew realized how humiliated he was with a crowd of furious onlookers staring at him. He grabbed Melanie by the hair and dragged her into the elevator, leaving our office floor in defeat.Carol waved to disperse the crowd, saying, “All right, that’s enough! Let’s get back to work, everyone!”I returned to my office and sank into my chair, panting. I had to suppress my fury.Meanwhile, Carol and Eleanor entered. The latt
Chapter 467 Without a Marriage Certificate
An hour later, I left and visited Ivanna. When I arrived, I saw the composed Jared standing at her bedside. He usually looked like that, but I saw his slight panic that night.The two seemed to be enjoying each other’s company at that moment. When I entered, Jared rose and told Ivanna, “You two chat. I’ll be back in a bit.”Then, he nodded at me and left the ward.I gazed at Ivanna and noticed she looked much better. She asked, “Where’s Lauren?”“Well, Oliver’s wife isn’t doing well, so she left for their place yesterday. I didn’t get the chance to call Lauren today,” I replied while taking a seat, “Tell me about your progress.”Ivanna smiled bitterly and shook her head, her complexion growing pale. I consoled her, “Don’t rush. Try to take it easy.”I wanted to change the subject, but she interjected, “I had prepared myself for this since I started seeing him. Still, I never expected Trinity to…”Although she trailed off, I understood she lacked the courage to continue. Even an