With a swift motion, Melanie snatched the coffee cup from the bedside table and forcefully hurled it onto the floor, causing shards of glass to scatter all over the room.
Karina entered the room with a mysterious smile on her face.
It seemed like fate was on her side. Melanie's opposition to Bailey would divert his attention.
From a young age, Melanie understood the importance of completing any task she started.
Although Sylvester seemed to have let go of Rainie and had no intention of bothering her anymore, emotions were unpredictable.
Perhaps one day, they might run into each other on the street and rekindle their old flame.
To avoid any unforeseen problems, it was best to address the issue early on.
Even if she couldn't harm Rainie physically, she would still ruin her to the point of no return.
Since Bailey was now protecting Rainie, Melanie couldn't make a move. However, if she could occupy Bailey's attention, he would be distracted from protecting Rainie. Maybe then, she could find an opportunity to strike.
"Melanie, don't be upset. You know how Aunt Krista is, always seeking power and control. Ever since her divorce, she's been alone. After struggling for many years, she finally established herself in the Strasson family. Since Yulissa is her only daughter, she naturally supports her wholeheartedly. If you don't want the Strasson family's power to fall into the wrong hands, you need to gather yourself. Uncle Derrick is still here, so Aunt Krista won't be able to cause any trouble for now. All you need to do is fulfill your father's wishes and reclaim the title of the World's Best Embroiderer. Surely, Uncle Derrick wouldn't abandon you to support a stranger as the head of the family."
Melanie's forehead veins bulged as she angrily shouted at the door, "Who does she think she is, trying to steal my position as the heir? Damn it! As a woman who can't even control her own husband and helplessly watches as a mistress causes a scene at her doorstep, what right does she have to meddle in the Strasson family's affairs? Don't forget, once a daughter is married, she becomes part of another family."
After venting her frustration, Melanie gradually calmed down.
"You're right," she said. "The most important thing right now is to take advantage of my father's good health. That old hag can't cause any trouble for now. We must hurry and reclaim the title of The Best Embroiderer from the Yrina family. Once I achieve great success, my father will surely see me in a new light. He can't just give away the inheritance to a stranger, benefiting someone outside our family."
Karina's eyes sparkled with a deeper smile as she warmly said, "All that matters is that you understand this, Melanie. Right now, Bailey is our common enemy. Rest assured, I will support you."
"Bailey..." Melanie clenched her fists slowly, grinding her teeth audibly.
She embarrassed me in front of so many people, and she still expects her wedding to go smoothly? Not while I'm around! Even if I don't kill her, I'll make sure to ruin her completely.
Late at night at the Shurmer residence, Bailey was in her room, leaning against the floor-to-ceiling window, engaged in a video call.
"Artemis, I've made up my mind. I will personally design my own wedding gown and your suit as well."
On the laptop screen, Artemis' handsome and smiling face appeared.
"Thank you, but don't overexert yourself. Take good care of your health. You still want to have a child, don't you? If your health isn't good, how can you expect to conceive?"
Upon hearing the word 'child,' Bailey instinctively reached out to touch her stomach.
She was already pregnant.
She didn't want to inform him over the phone; she wanted to tell him in person.
"After everything is settled here at home, I plan to visit Zaewora. Anyway, Mr. Luther, I have some good news to share with you. You'll be thrilled to hear it."
Artemis' smile faded slightly. He narrowed his eyes and spoke in a deep voice, "It's dangerous here. I almost fell into a trap. You should stay in Hallsbay and focus on designing your wedding dress and preparing for our wedding. It's a significant event for both of us. We can't rely on our families for everything."
Bailey didn't expect him to agree either.
She decided to take action first and inform him later. Once she arrived in Zaewora, there would be no way Artemis could turn her away.
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