The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 823

Jade imagined that once she got close to the old lady and built a harmonious relationship, she could finally reveal her true identity. That way, she would smoothly slip into the Sinclair family as their beloved princess, reclaiming the glorious status she once enjoyed with the Dennis family. But things are not going according to plan at all.

She catches a glimpse of Tara's upturned lips, staring at her with an unreadable expression. It feels like she is just enjoying the show, openly mocking her. Jade strongly suspects that this bitch is the one stirring the pot behind the scenes. She is convinced Tara must have whispered poison in the old lady's ear. Why else would this wretched woman be so hostile toward her? Otherwise, with her usual impeccable charm, there is no way she would face such a humiliating rejection.

She has always excelled at reading people, easily coaxing smiles from her elders with just a few sweet words. She prides herself on never miscalculating a tone or a micro-expression. Just like with the Dennis family, she always knew exactly how to appear sensible and dependent, packaging any slight tantrum as harmless, endearing innocence. Yet today, despite lowering herself, softly calling her 'Grandma' just like Bonnie does, and even offering to serve tea, every carefully calculated move has ended with her being publicly thrown out. The sheer whiplash of it all makes it almost impossible for her to keep her facial expression in check.

It has to be Tara's fault!

"I understand. I'll take my leave then. I won't disturb your meal." Rather than stay and be humiliated like a monkey in a circus, it is better to walk away gracefully. A strategic retreat.

"Wayne, see our guest out," Lindsay orders, showing absolutely zero hesitation. Bloodline or not, they have never lived together and barely know each other. She is nothing more than a stranger who happens to share their DNA. The Sinclair family might not have a sprawling family tree, but they won't miss this one addition. Besides, taking in this troublesome mother and daughter would only bring chaos. Lindsay is far too sharp to let that happen.

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