The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 470

"When I first moved into this house, I was so terrified," Jade continues, tears spilling down her cheeks in a steady stream. "I didn't know anyone, and I was so scared that if I made one wrong move, you would hate me and throw me out. I'd have no home again."

She chokes out a sob, her shoulders shaking as she delivers her masterstroke. "That's why I always relied on my brothers for every little thing. Their patience is the only reason I survived. I'm just so grateful to be part of the Dennis family. I love you all so much, and the thought of being separated from you breaks my heart."

In this, Jade is entirely Jovani's daughter. She plays the victim with terrifying precision, effortlessly manipulating the emotional currents in the room. Her tear-soaked confession and submissive posture immediately work their magic on Alec and Deanna.

"Mom, look at her. She's crying her eyes out," Alec says, his protective instincts kicking in. "Are you really going to let a bunch of internet psychos dictate how we treat our sister? And as for Lucinda, she already cut ties with us. Maybe she’s feeding you exaggerated lies. Are you going to trust an outsider over Jade?"

Alec wants to reach out and wipe the tears from Jade's face, but mindful of his mother's current explosive mood, he restrains himself, settling for defending her verbally.

"Fine, fine. I was just asking. Stop crying," Deanna sighs, rubbing her temples. She has loved Jade for years; she doesn't actually want to cast her out. The humiliation of the scandal just made her lash out. Seeing that a drawn-out argument won't resolve anything, she decides to drop it for now.

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