Whats She Overheard in Her Own Marriage novel Chapter 175

Chapter 175

Elaine’s face turned a shade of sickly pale, but she didn’t dare utter another word, forcing herself to maintain her composure and keep eating.

She couldn’t tell if she was just being paranoid, but it felt like Josephine’s disdain for Noelle was a thinly veiled insult aimed directly at her.

Ugh, it drove her crazy. She had given the Sanders family two exceptional grandsons, had dutifully served her mother–in–law for half her life, and now, at the end of the day, she was being sidelined for a granddaughter–in–law. This deep–seated resentment made Elaine’s bitterness toward Kaia grow even stronger.

Noelle had previously whispered warnings in her ear, suggesting that when Kaia treated Josephine’s health issues, she would inevitably find a way to poison the old woman’s mind against them. At the time, Elaine had told Noelle not to overthink it, insisting that Josephine was sharp, had a mind of her own, and wouldn’t be swayed by anyone’s idle chatter.

Looking back, she realized she was the one who had been painfully naive.

Elaine shot a glance at Kaia’s perfectly serene face. Kaia was the one who had stirred up this whole storm, yet here she sat, acting completely innocent. It was infuriating enough to give

someone an aneurysm.

Finnian hadn’t joined the witch hunt, but he was definitely displeased. Kaia was the one demanding a divorce, promising to keep things civil for Brynlee’s sake, but what was she actually doing?

Late that night!

Noelle’s luxury penthouse was brightly lit.

Elaine arrived carrying several takeout containers. Noelle opened the door wearing a silk nightgown.

“Mom, it’s so late. I told you not to come all this way,” Noelle said softly, though a flicker of genuine surprise and joy crossed her face. “Hurry inside, it’s freezing out there.”

Elaine walked into the living room and set the food down. “Have you had dinner yet? I heard you weren’t feeling well, so I had to come see for myself.”

Noelle immediately opened the containers. Seeing all her favorite dishes, she beamed. “1 was actually starving. Thank you for the care package, Mom, your timing is perfect.”

She poured Elaine a glass of water before sitting down to eat.

Elaine sipped her water, watching Noelle happily enjoy her meal, but her own heart felt heavy.

“Mom, what’s wrong? Is something on your mind?” Noelle asked with genuine concern.

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Elaine set the glass down, a distinct edge of anger in her voice. “I heard all the gossip going around the company. At dinner tonight, I planned to check Kaia and remind her to watch her behavior. But before she even had to defend herself, your grandmother tore into me.”

Noelle immediately looked heartbroken and anxious. “Mom, I’m so sorry. I caused you trouble again. What did Grandma say?”

Elaine angrily recounted the events of the evening. Noelle’s face drained of color, and the food in her mouth suddenly tasted like ash.

“Mom, why… why is Grandma blaming me?” Noelle looked utterly devastated.

Seeing the tears welling up in Noelle’s eyes, Elaine’s already biased heart tipped completely in her favor.

“Don’t cry. This isn’t your fault. You were just trying to apologize to her. Besides, Finnian told me what happened that night. As your older brother, it’s perfectly normal for him to look out for you. He’s always protected you. Just because he married Kaia doesn’t mean you two have to sever your sibling bond.”

Elaine scoffed loudly. “If you ask me, Kaia is just horribly insecure. Throwing a jealous fit over something so trivial–it’s pathetic.”

Noelle looked up with red–rimmed eyes, staring at Elaine with absolute gratitude and dependence.

She choked back a sob and nodded. “Mom, thank you for always being so understanding. I’m so sorry I keep dragging you into my messes. It’s just… when I saw Kaia’s car that morning and she saw Finnian dropping me off, and then I heard they argued in the archives, I was terrified I was ruining their marriage. I went straight to her to apologize, but Kaia’s reaction… it was just so humiliating.”

Hearing this, Elaine’s expression grew even darker.

“Kaia thinks she can throw her weight around because she’s the only daughter–in–law the Sanders family has left. Hmph. Even if the old lady is still kicking, as long as I’m around, Kaia will never be the one calling the shots in this family,” Elaine spat Noelle. You did absolutely nothing wrong.”

Noelle nodded obediently.

Vercely. “Don’t be sad,

It was nearly m

and the Sanders villa was dead silent.

Finnian’s car pulled into the garage. After dinner at the estate, he had gone out for drinks with some friends.

The villa was dark, illuminated only by a few dim nightlights.

He took off his coat, tossed it over the armrest of the sofa, and instead of heading right upstairs, stood in the middle of the living room for a moment before walking over to the

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liquor cabinet and pouring himself half a glass of whiskey

He sipped his drink, his eyes scanning the living room before finally landing on the staircase leading to the second floor

At this hour, Kala and Brynlee were definitely asleep

Swirling the amber liquid in his glass, Finnian headed upstairs. Just as he reached the top of

stairs, he saw Kala, wrapped in a robe, stepping out of her private study.

Their eyes met in the dim light for two solid seconds.

Kaa had just showered. Her long hair cascaded down her back, and her makeup–free face

looked soft and ethereal in the shadows.

Finnian stopped in the hallway and casually shifted his glass behind his back.