A Matter of Wife and Love

Chapter 175

“Miss Dillon?”

When Amelie arrived at the riverside opposite Starlight Media, she was stopped by a young lady. Then, she nodded without saying anything and glanced at the familiar figure not far away. Even though the other person was only a few feet away, she could sense an air of superiority emanating from that other person, which made her uneasy.

“Come here.” The woman nodded at her and led her to the familiar figure.

“Mrs. Alston, Miss Dillon is here,” the young lady informed.

The woman did not turn around but instead authoritatively waved her hand. So, when the young lady saw that, she lowered her head and retreated.

Meanwhile, Amelie silently watched the woman’s annoying behavior and felt speechless. “Is something the matter, Mrs. Alston?” she inquired directly.

Melissa eventually turned around but did not meet her gaze, and there was a hint of displeasure on her face. It was an expression of dismay at Amelie’s lack of respect for her. As was her custom, she conveyed her emotions solely through her facial expression without further explanation. Simply lowering her gaze, she could make anyone feel small and vulnerable.

Nevertheless, Amelie still felt oppressed despite being used to her behavior.

“Do you know why I must fight for Bria’s custody, Amelie?” Melissa finally spoke.

breath. Don’t you get tired of laying the groundwork and putting up a front? My heart goes out to her. “Let’s cut to the chase.” She had

She could no longer control her expression as she felt offended. However, she knew Amelie would not surrender to her like that, so she stifled her anger and finished her sentence. “Our family owns a huge company, so we can’t tolerate malicious comments from the public. You are financially supported by Starlight Media’s boss to raise Brja, and it has become an act of humiliation to our family. We cannot allow you

Amelie questioned calmly while looking into her

before responding,

other words, he was bound by whatever the Alstons

words caused Amelie to frown and she felt a sharn nain in her

so much time writing a great

While that statement would be a slap in the face to Melissa and the Alstons, it would also give the impression that she had not moved on. Furthermore, it would imply that she could not detach herself from that deceitful family, which would be

up on the job offer, you will not interfere with me and Bria’s lives?” Raising her chin slightly, Amelie enunciated every

Whom are you trying to show off to?How is a useless woman going to survive without a man? Her intention on that particular day was part of a deliberate plan to ensnare Amelie, and she needed to execute it successfully. Then, mirroring

“Deal!” Amelie quickly agreed.

agreeing to the terms without hesitation, Melissa felt

can’t spend any money he gives you, no matter what method you use. All the money you put towards Bria’s upbringing must come from your hard work. It should have

out a small notepad. “If you can do it, sign this agreement. The agreement will take

support myself and Bria. Moreover, she is waiting for me to

of hesitation, Amelie grabbed the agreement and signed her name on it. Then, she handed it back to

dropped as she stared at Amelie. I do not believe she will sign the agreement so quickly. My initial assumption is that it will be difficult to convince her to relinquish custody

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