They did not expect Madeline to retort like this. Daniel's mother, who was pretending to be calm and collected, could not hold back her emotions all of a sudden.
However, even though Daniel's mother was angry, she still knew that she could not fight head-on with Madeline. Although the Grahams also were a big family and had a big business, the Whitmans and the Montgomeries were now bound by marriage. It would not do her any good to offend Madeline. Therefore, she just rolled her eyes at Ava.
“Ava, are you so desperate to marry into a wealthy family? There are so many good men in the world, so why do you have to insist on being with Dan? I've already told you so clearly. Why won't you listen tome?” |
Daniel's mother glared at Ava furiously, her tone getting more and more aggressive.
“Listen to me. ] only compromised and agreed with your and Dan’s relationship at the time for
Dan’s sake. I had no idea that such a thing would happen to him not long after I gave my agreement. I got someone to check your star signs and you two are just not meant to be. If you two continue to be together, Dan will suffer even worse things in the future!”
Daniel's mother suddenly started talking about star signs, but Madeline knew that it was all an excuse.
She wanted to speak up for Ava, but at this moment, Ava held Madeline's hand very calmly.
She was also showing a slight smile, which did not seem forced at all. It looked as though it came from the heart.
“Maddie, I suddenly feel a little hungry. Why don’t you accompany me to eat something?” The meaning of Ava's words was obvious. She did not want to argue anymore and just wanted to leave. Madeline respected Ava’s wishes, so she picked up her bag and turned around with Ava to leave.
“Wait.”
Naya suddenly stopped them.
Madeline and Ava paused, while Naya stepped forward.
They thought she wanted to look for trouble with Ava, but Naya walked up to Madeline instead.
“Mrs. Whitman, you truly are something else. In order to help your good friend, you have targeted me again and again. You even set up a trap to frame me. Now, you’re pointing at me and calling me a cruel and despicable woman. Eveline, do you really think you can do whatever you want just because you have the support of the Whitmans and Montgomeries? Let me tell you, I won't be afraid of you. I must sue you this time for ruining my reputation!”
Madeline smiled gracefully and calmly when she saw Naya's dignified and upright appearance.
“Okay, sue me if you want. I'll be waiting for your lawyer's letter.”
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