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.”

look. Her eyes reddened, and her lips

wronged

room fell into silence. Some had already left their

get a good look. I was sure everyone had

show was finally

transformed into a fragile

those eager for drama. I was prepared, though I didn’t

could you say that? I’d never make things difficult for you,” I said

can forgive me. It’s all my fault. I had a

I shouldn’t have made you angry!”

us stared at Melanie, their

I were, I wouldn’t have come today!” I said kindly, “Please, stop this. It’s not

such a happy occasion. There are so many

genuinely surprised by my attitude, She glanced at Stella and

she asked, “Chlo, you really

mean anything by it. Ava is still my niece, and Matthew adores his daughter. So, I went to the kindergarten and wanted to treat Ava to a meal.”

understood their plan. Though I was furious, I kept my composure. I had to be careful

met down. Fortunately, I got to the hospital quickly. Despite being born prematurely, the baby is fine! The thought of what