My Substitute Wife is a Bigwig (Loud and Lily) novel Chapter 240

However, there was an unfamiliar man in his 50s among them. He exuded an extraordinary air and had a cold look in his eyes.

Lily furrowed her brows slightly as she glanced at Loid. She then walked up to Arthur and said politely, "Grandpa Arthur, we came here to let you know that we're preparing to leave—"

As soon as she spoke, the atmosphere in the room turned tense.

Marvin was the first to stand up. He quickly uttered, "No, you can't leave!"

Loid's second uncle chimed in, "That's right. You can't leave until this matter is resolved."

Lily raised an eyebrow. "What matter are you talking about?"

Nora sneered, "Are you playing dumb? You bought the Redushil with the Lauriers' money, so the herb belongs to us. If you're leaving, you need to hand it over first!"

"What?" Lily laughed and then turned to Loid. Her voice was indifferent as ever as she asked, "Are the Lauriers planning to rob me?"

Loid's expression darkened, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

He quickly composed himself, moved to Lily's side, and gently stroked her head. "The Redushil is yours. No one can take it from you."

Nora slammed the table and stood up in anger. "Loid, don't forget you're the heir of the Lauriers. You must prioritize the family's interests. Lily isn't even married to you yet, and you're already siding with her. Are you planning to hand over the entire Laurier family to her after getting married?"

Loid narrowed his eyes, his demeanor turning cold. "When did my decisions become yours to make? Aunt Nora, have I been too lenient with you?"

His sudden outburst of dominance reminded Nora of the time he nearly strangled Joanne. Terrified, she stumbled back. Her face turned pale with fear.