Love At The Wrong Table

Chapter 146

“What now, Ryder? Are you trying to hit my daughter?”

Ryder’s mother–in–law, Mary Winston, suddenly spoke from behind.

Ryder hurriedly put down his hand, his breathing becoming rapid. Being

naturally obedient, he hurriedly explained in a trembling voice, “No, Mom!”

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Although Mary was protective of her daughter, she also knew what was

going on. She quickly flashed Abellyn a stern look. “Why don’t you go prepare

dinner, Abellyn? Household chores are women’s responsibilities!”

Under her mother’s command, Abellyn let out another scoff before

reluctantly heading into the kitchen.

Ryder’s anger subsided as he managed to maintain a bit of dignity.

“Emmanuel, I need to go back and handle some work now,” Mackenzie said

as she glanced at the time.

She had no intention of staying for dinner because she had lost her appetite

after seeing Chloe and Abellyn’s behavior.

liked to do things her own way, and she never

others‘ opinions.

“Okay.”

choice either. He knew

to her work. They had

and it was almost time now. There was not

eat.

make our move first,

“Oh… Oh!”

guilty for not

after

Tommy while Emmanuel had brought cake. He felt

them

refused to let Emmanuel and Mackenzie

the new toy

never one to beat around the

she left

her quickly

pat on his head.

Mackenzie’s cold and resolute figure,

sighed inwardly.

were they jealous nor did they dislike Mackenzie.

that she had an impressive aura and a decisive attitude.

was truly someone extraordinary!

departure, Ryder

still welcomed Mary

over, Abellyn chatted with

to help Tommy with his homework in the room. She

it wasn’t her responsibility to