“It’s fine, Aunt Tanner.” Zephyr kept his respect for an elder. “Grandpa brought you and uncle up just the day before yesterday and asked me to send his regards.”
“Thank him for us.” Mandy nodded. “Elder Mr. Hamerton’s been taking care of the Tanners, and we aren’t ungrateful people… Let us know if there’s anything we can help with, Mr. Zephyr!”
“Sure.”
Zephyr exchanged pleasantries with her before excusing himself to network with other guests.
Nelly trembled. Her hands and feet were icy as rage bottled up in her.
Mandy glanced at her in repulse and said coldly, “It’s enough that your father and I are here. You can go home first if you aren’t used to the event.”
“Mom!” Nelly was in distress. “Grandpa Hamerton’s agreed to my and Zephyr’s marriage. Why are you still stopping me!?”
“Because I still have shame!” Mandy chided sternly.
Nelly bit her lips and stayed quiet.
Mandy grabbed her arm, yanked her somewhere with fewer people, and glared at her.
“Even though we adopted you from the orphanage, you’ve spent over 20 years in the Tanners! I raise you like you’re my own daughter as well. I’m not even as focused on Kelly!
“But how could you be so shameless!?”
Nelly sobbed. “Mom, I want to marry Zephyr for our family’s sake…”
“Shut it!” Mandy growled, “If it’s really for the Tanners, then stop embarrassing yourself. Stop seeking trouble with Ms. Jenner! What’s the point of Elder Mr. Hamerton supporting you? The heir is unwilling. Can the old man tie him up so he’ll marry you?
“Nelly Tanner, clear up that head of yours and stop causing trouble!”
Nelly agreed reluctantly, her gaze on Mandy tinged with hatred.
Mandy calmed down and continued. “Also, you don’t have to visit Kelly for me anymore. I’ve resigned from the Tanner Group and will stay home to take care of her full-time from now on.”
“Mom, you—” Nelly was appalled.
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