Bride Behind The Mask Novel

Chapter 516

Manley had an epiphany, and his gaze locked seriously with Marguerite’s.

“No, you are not!” He finally replied.

Finally, Marguerite’s face broke into a satisfied smile. She reached out, ruffling Manley’s hair affectionately, her voice tender and

sweet.

“That’s my boy! Manley, you’re so bright and sensible. I bet you are everyone’s favorite little guy!”

Manley beamed with pride. His heart warmed, and suddenly Marguerite didn’t seem so intimidating after all.

In fact, she was kind, even more patient with him than Mommy had ever been!

There had been times when he’d upset Mommy, and she’d been quite harsh with him.

And she always threatened that if he wasn’t obedient, Daddy would grow cold, and he’d be cut off from the inheritance!

to keep Mommy happy, he did everything she asked, no questions asked!

was, having just spoken ill of Aunt Marguerite, and instead of threatening him, she had

His confidence soared.

tugged at Marguerite’s sleeve, mumbling bashfully, “I’m sorry,

with a generous look on her face, pinched Manley’s fleshy cheeks again, dotingly, “It’s okay, you’re too cute to stay mad at!” After saying this, she looked

hint of embarrassment. He didn’t say anything, but

for so long. And he had to admit, there was a certain charm about Marguerite, a charm that

Robert, Manley, Hayes, or even Chuck, Marguerite had

did he harbor such intense animosity for

never have

heart. She stood up, faced him, and whispered, “When it comes to kids, you can’t go against the grain. you have to go with the

a

had sincerely

ones were competing to get Hayes

three-year-old can only be so ‘bad.’ He listens to what people tell him, and his understanding of the world is shaped by those around him,” said Marguerite.