Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 299

With the scandal involving Margaret and Albert still fresh in the gossip circles, Bryant knew any slip-up would have the vultures circling for the kill.

Ramona had a few choice words for him, and he had no choice but to take it on the chin.

But instead of showing any sign of embarrassment, Bryant’s face remained an unreadable mask as he calmly stated, "I'll prove my worth to you."

"Grandma." Dorothy was over the moon, "Hear that? How can you still be unhappy..."

"He's more than good enough for you. No need to prove anything." Ramona sat with perfect poise, "As long as you and your mother are happy, that's all that matters."

Her initial resistance flipped into agreement without another word.

Dorothy was left baffled. "What do you mean..."

"He would be far from a good choice for Lilliana to marry!" Ramona met Dorothy’s gaze, "For you, he's more than good enough."

Her tone was calm, devoid of any disdain. Yet, it felt like a massive slap across the face.

"You always think I'm inferior to her! What kind of grandmother are you!" Before Bryant, Dorothy's cheeks flushed with humiliation, and she stormed out to the yard, forgetting Bryant was there.

Bryant's eyes swept over me unguarded, shadowed, and restrained, but before Ramona, he said nothing.

Ramona gently patted my hand. "Jane, go have some food. The dining room is just out to the right. If you can't find it, ask one of the servants."

I agreed, "Okay."

That was their cue for a private chat. Pretending not to notice Bryant's gaze, I stood up to leave. When passing by the window, I overheard their conversation.

Ramona went to the point. "Now that we're alone, Mr. Ferguson, please tell me the truth. What does the Myers family have that you're after by marrying into it?"