Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 323 What She Did

She approached gracefully, but her smile didn’t quite reach her eyes. Those serpentine eyes were fixed on

face, and I could see the tension in her jaw. Such restraint must’ve been painful.

my

Maintaining a calm smile, I watched them eagerly begin the performance. Myra was so nervous that she hardly dared to breathe. She nudged me several times, and Carol was gearing up for a fight. I grabbed her and gently pushed her back down.

“Oh! I was wondering who it was. It’s my sister–in–law!”

I smiled at her. “Melanie, what game are you playing? We had never called each other that before.

Where’s the ‘sister–in–law‘ coming from?”

Carol wasn’t going to let it slide. She immediately chimed in, “Exactly! Matthew is already yours, so where’s the ‘sister–in–law‘ coming from? You have a son now, so maybe start acting like a mom. Chloe has

already taken a step back for you.”

adopted a pitiful look. Her eyes reddened, and her

wronged

Some had already left their seats and awkwardly shuffled

I was sure everyone

show was finally about to

had transformed into a fragile

to play the Innocent, I couldn’t disappoint those eager for drama. I was prepared, though I didn’t know what they were scheming. If need be, I’d fight tooth and

make things difficult for you,” I

her eyes. “Chlo, I hope you can forgive me. It’s all my

have

stared at

come today!” I said kindly, “Please, stop this. It’s

such a happy occasion. There are so many guests here!”

genuinely surprised by my attitude, She glanced at Stella and

asked, “Chlo, you

didn’t mean anything by it. Ava is still my niece, and Matthew adores his daughter. So,

kept my composure. I had to be careful

picking up Ava. Then you wouldn’t have been so angry that you pushed met down. Fortunately, I got to the hospital quickly. Despite being born prematurely,