The Ex and Her Riches

Everyone directed their gazes at Asher, who had voiced his opposition to the marriage.

He uttered solemnly, “Cedrick, don’t think we will marry her off easily just because you got her pregnant. Even if she never gets married and gives birth to these two children, the Harris family will support them for a lifetime.”

Marcus’ face darkened as he shouted, “Enough!” “Dad, although you are the ultimate decision-maker, I have to remind you that ever since Mom passed away, I have been the one rearing Kiddo like a mother. Regarding her marriage, I hope you can discuss it with me.”

In that aspect, only Asher was capable of controlling Gwendolyn.

Marcus did not agree with him, but he did not directly refuse either. “Let’s eat first. After dinner, you can all have a proper discussion,” was all he said in the end.

“All right,” Asher replied.

The sound of cutleries clanking against each other resumed as they began eating New Year’s Eve dinner in silence.

After the meal, Lorelai took Marcus upstairs to watch the countdown celebration, leaving Asher, Sienna, Kieran, Treyton, Cedrick, and Gwendolyn in the living room.

Gwendolyn knew Asher was still angry, so she dared not sit down and stood obediently on the side. Cedrick also did not take a seat, standing with her.

Asher sat in the middle of the couch, maintaining an upright posture. A terrifying aura enveloped him.

Sienna sat beside him while Treyton and Kieran sat on separate couches on either side.

There was a chilling atmosphere in the air, reminiscent of a trial in a courtroom.

Gwendolyn anxiously lowered her head, feeling suffocated under the tension. Cedrick clutched her sweaty palm to give her a sense of security while urging her to relax.

A few more minutes passed, and Asher began to speak sinisterly. “Gwendolyn, well done! You have decided to give me a huge surprise during the holidays. Do you want me to break your arm or leg? Choose one for yourself.”

Alarmed by the threat, Gwendolyn felt her heart skip a beat. Before she could speak, however, Treyton stood up for her. “Asher, we must be careful with her for the first few months. No hitting is allowed. Plus, she’s carrying twins!”

Kieran chimed in, “Cedrick should take full responsibility. Break his legs first before anything else.”

Sienna nodded in agreement.

but did not immediately pass judgment on him. Instead,

continue to settle the scores. You acted without permission, played tricks, and deliberately chose to bring this up on New Year’s Eve. You thought I wouldn’t be able to do anything to you when Dad is present,

and lowered her

Treyton interrupted once again, disrupting the solemn

and retorted, “I know! If you interrupt again,

shut his mouth

much of a reaction at the dining table earlier, so you already knew about it beforehand, it seems? To think I was the only one

seated on the adjacent couch,

was a silent reminder that

provocative gesture successfully ignited

his anger was

been a long time since you’ve been hit. Is that why you’re itching for a

“Ouch!”

his knee that was kicked. Beads of cold sweat

Gwendolyn and said, “Kiddo, I endured the first wave of Marcus’ anger for you.

But please don’t say anything anymore. I’m afraid Asher will beat you

Treyton lapsed

ran down his spine as

of holding Gwen accountable now? You’re just concerned about Cedrick and still harbor some resentment

could not help but

They both want to teach Cedrick a lesson… I thought convincing Kieran to let Cedrick off would be the only challenge, but as it stands, I have to convince all three of them. Considering how wicked my brothers can be, Cedrick

mind was riddled with anxious thoughts, Cedrick stepped forward and declared calmly, “I’m willing to accept any punishment from the three of you, including the punishment meant for Gwenny.

punishment from the three of them is

raised an eyebrow and snorted coldly. “All right, you agreed to this. If you can pass the test, I’ll agree to your

into a smile as he met Asher’s gaze.

the matter? Couldn’t they at least consider the

room were laden with an air of threat

occasion, so let’s do it today! If you

remained plastered on