The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 1716

Geneva never had any intention of pushing her granddaughter into the Blair family. That was all Dorothy’s doing. She’d stormed over herself, making a big scene and confronting Geneva face to face. Daniel was just relieved Geneva had made it through unharmed. If Dorothy had said something truly cruel, and Geneva’s health had taken a turn, he knew everyone would blame her.

“Someone escort Geneva home,” Daniel said quietly.

“No need.” Geneva spotted her flashy sports car nearby, gave a small wave, and smiled. “Still early. I’m off to the hospital to pick up some medication. No need to trouble yourselves.”

Daniel nodded, dropping it. Geneva didn’t even want a ride. How could anyone think she’d scheme to get at the Blair family’s wealth, when she wouldn’t take the smallest favor?

He watched her walk away, then went back to the car, expression cold.

“What did you say to her?” Dorothy straightened in her seat, her voice icy and sharp.

“That’s my question for you,” Daniel shot back. He tugged at his tie, exasperation simmering just below the surface.

“What do you think I said?” Dorothy’s own frustration rose at his attitude. “Daniel, understand this. Anyone in this family can challenge me, except for you.”

“You know exactly what kind of future our son has ahead of him. If he ends up with someone like Shirley, with her family’s background…” She shook her head. “It won’t just ruin Andrew’s future. It’ll drag both of us through the mud, too.”

“There are so many heiresses in Cabinda who’d suit Andrew perfectly. It’s only a matter of time until we find the right girl for him.” She took a quick breath, her words tumbling out in a rush. “So what’s wrong with making things clear to Shirley’s family?”

“Making things clear? Is that what you call this?” Daniel couldn’t hold back anymore. His jaw tightened and his words came out sharp. “You just ignore everything I say.”

“Geneva is seriously ill, and you dragged her here just to embarrass her, just to tear her down.” He listed Dorothy’s actions with zero sugarcoating. “If something had happened to her, would you even be able to take responsibility?”

“And besides…” Daniel shook his head. “They’re just dating. Money, power, none of that is even on the table yet.”

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