Chapter 586

The once tranquil hallway was now shattered by the thunderous footsteps of the Abernathy entourage.

Frederic, his face as cold as a winter’s frost and eyes bloodshot, marched forward, radiating an icy fury with each determined step. Those trailing in the wake of the Abernathy Group didn’t dare draw a breath too loudly

Dennis followed closely behind Frederic, keeping a stiff upper lip, yet inside, he was riding a wave of satisfaction after the court session

He’d held his tongue for far too long.

Day in and day out, Dennis watched as Elspeth enjoyed all that should have belonged to the late Mrs. Winter. As a secretary, he had no choice but to bow and scrape, offering Elspeth reluctant respect, which gnawed at him, brewing a silent resentment.

But, thank heavens, justice seemed to finally be on the horizon.

“Mr. Abernathy,” Dennis ventured cautiously, feigning concern. “The verdict will be announced at three. Is there anything else you need to set in motion before then? If you have a plan, I’m at your service.”

Before he could finish, Frederic’s glare cut through him like a blade of Ice. His voice, raw and sharp as if torn asunder, he hissed, “Have I lost my mind, or have you? Why on earth would I lift a finger to save a despicable, vile murderess? She killed Cynthia! She took the life of the woman I loved most! Save her? I’d rather strangle her with my bare hands right now!”

Despite the crowd in the hallway, a deathly silence ensued.

Dennis immediately positioned himself to the side, his heart finally settling, whispering, “Yes, understood.”

Frederic advanced a few more steps when suddenly Glynnis collided with him, distraught and disoriented.

“Daddy.”

Glynnis froze, her body rigid as she stood before the brooding skirt.

Frederic, expressionless, stepped closer.

my mom.

Smack!

panic, her

the floor, stars exploding in her vision, unable to stand.

more painful than the sting on her cheek was the shattering of her

of all these members of the Abernathy Group, her father spared her no dignity, his hand as heavy as if

creature! How dare you show your face to

the Abernathy family, yet why is your sister so pure, so kind and you, a colossal disappointment! Always causing trouble, and as you grew, you couldn’t tell right from wrong, just led

spat out each word, feeling his decades of effort washed away, wishing he could end

high, my care for you exceeded that for your sister! Yet behind my back, what have

nothing.” Glynnis clutched her burning cheek, her eyes swimming with

spoke volumes, everyone heard!”

not recognize your voice, but do you think I wouldn’t? From the start, you knew everything Elspeth was up to, about the hit! Not only did you not tell me, you even helped her conceal it? Have

it’s not like

you realize you’re an accessory, an accomplice! Do you

terrified, fell to Frederic’s feet, her tear–streaked face lifted in a desperate plea, her

she told me to do something. I couldn’t refuse! It was foolish loyalty I was confused! Please, you mustn’t let me go to jail Im your own daughter, could you really bear to see me locked up? Besides, our family, the Abernathy name can’t withstand another scandal. The Chambers family crumbled from less, do you really want to see your empire, the Abernathy Group, suffer the same fate?”

narrowed, and with a fierce shout, he bellowed,

aside, as it she were a servant making way for the

clatter of footsteps buzzed by her side, yet not a soul stopped

“Damned!”

cries echoing through the empty hallway, her

your tantrum outside!” Two officers approached with looks of disgust, ushering

Glynnis mustered all her strength to rise.

steadied herself,

hallway, bathed in sunlight, stood the Ashbourne family, witnessing her disgrace

who used to shamelessly flaunt herself before Evadne, now couldn’t muster a sound, slinking away

tsk, such a family tragedy.”

womb give birth to two people so incredibly different? Marilla is such a lovely and charming young lady, while Glynnis… she’s like something straight

even Mr. Chad, who has been abroad for so long – I’ve seen them all in their youth, shining bright like stars among the folks in Elmsworth. But Glynnis, she’s like a wild child picked up from the streets, with a character so tarnished and lacking any ounce of

eyes narrowed slightly, a seed of doubt taking

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