“Right,” Susan replied. Mary’s fake smile was so sickening that it sent shivers down her spine. She nodded reluctantly. “I understand everything you just told me.”

At this juncture, the housekeeper walked over with a plate of strawberries.

Mary picked one up with a fork and offered it to Susan. “Here, these strawberries are freshly imported from France. I got them especially for Ashlyn. Won’t you have one as well?”

Susan shook her head. “T-Thanks, but I’ll pass.”

“Surely you’re happy that I’m being nice to Ashlyn?” Mary scoffed as she stuffed the strawberry into Susan’s hands. “If you don’t eat it, I’ll get angry again.”

The housekeeper called out, “Madam, Ms. Ashlyn has returned.”

A glint appeared in Susan’s eyes. She immediately got up and turned toward the door. “Ashlyn, you’re back!”

She rushed forward and took a good look at her granddaughter.

not change her shoes and simply walked into the

Ashlyn notice that she was still in pajamas. She passed Susan a box of strawberries

though it was her greatest treasure. She smiled brightly. “Ashlyn, I’m glad

dressed a little too casually?” Mary scrutinized

stunning

partners see you in this state, they’d think the Berry family is full of beggars! I’m saying this for your sake as

Ashlyn spat at

a rage but kept her cool when she remembered

face was turning purple from the

and said, “Grandma, how have

caught a cold a few days ago but I’m fine now,” Susan assured her. She showed Ashlyn some needle marks on the back of

Don’t forget that I’m a doctor. My skills are much better

to join in the conversation, was furious, especially after seeing Susan hold the strawberries Ashlyn

but the latter simply ignored

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