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The Killer Queen (Noella Briony) novel Chapter 237

Chapter 237 

Yvonne delivered a series of swift, sharp slaps, leaving Briony reeling under the force of each blow

Fresh from surgery, Briony’s body was still frail, and it was only her thirst for the glitz and glamour that propped her up; otherwise, she wouldn’t have even been able to stand

But now, struck down, she collapsed to the floor, clinging to Larson’s leg

Daddy, It’s me, Briony, your own flesh and blood! You can’t possibly disown me, can you?” 

Yvonne, not to be outdone, rushed forward and clasped Larson’s wife’s hand, trying to squeeze out a few tears to appear as pitiful as possible

Mom, it’s Yvonne Remember? You called me and asked me to come find you here.” 

Beckett with a hint of mischief, tugged Noella back a step. Let’s hang back; the view’s better for the show.” 

Suppressing a giggle, Noella gently tugged Palmer’s sleeve, bringing him to the safety zone as well

Palmer responded by slipping his hand into Noella’s, their fingers intertwining secretly

The other guests shared the same sentiment- this was a spectacle not to be missed

If these girls truly were Larson’s and his wife’s daughters, intervening would mean crossing the Pollack family, and no one wanted to risk that. If not, it wasn’t their place to sort out the mess. Either way, it wasn’t their reputation on the line

A muffled chuckle spread among the crowd. Larson’s got so many kids, what’s two more?” 

True, but these two aren’t exactly lookers. If he took them in, he’d be the talk of the town, and not in a good way. These girls would be a real handmedown.” 

With the whispers and crass words buzzing around, Larson felt his head spinning. He glared at Belinda hiding in the back, then kicked Briony away from his feet

Get lost! Who’s your dad? A bastard child like you wants to claim me as a father? Our Pollack family isn’t open to just any Tom, Dick, or Harry!” 

Larson’s wife shoved Yvonne aside. Who are you? I’ve never been in touch with you. I have only one daughter, and she certainly doesn’t Took anything like you!” 

As she spoke, she shot Larson a fierce look. It 

It must have been his mess outside that hadn’t been dealt with, bringing all this riffraff to 

their doorstep

Yvonne, on the verge of tears, pulled out her phone, pointing to a message as she pleaded. Mom, you asked me to come find you here at the party!” 

Larson’s wife glanced at the message and frowned. Your mother is our housekeeper, not me!” 

Housekeeper? How could it be the housekeeper

When Queenie had instructed her to make contact, she was called Madam. Since when did one refer to a housekeeper as madam

With a wave of disgust, Larson gestured to a man covered in dirt, addressing Briony. Our bodyguard, also my s your real dad!” 

Luther had been tending to the garden and was still wearing his gardening gloves

secretary, Luther that’s 

A woman resembling Queenie approached, grabbing Yvonne. Yvonne, is it? I’m your n mom! This is your dad, and now our family can finally be whole. Apologize to Larson and his wife.” 

Luther also grabbed the dazed Briony. Right, being together as a family is what matters most.” 

Briony was stunned

So, when Belinda spoke of her father’s prestigious status, she meant Larson’s secretary? What kind of prestige was that

You’re my dad? Then why is this woman Yvonne also your child?” 

Luther chuckled, a simple man’s smile masking a sly cunning. What’s the issue? Your mother’s children are mine as well. You’ve got eight brothers and seven sisters waiting for you at homequite the party!” 

A party? More like a circus

These were all the children Larson had fathered but refused to acknowledge. They were conveniently dumped at Luther’s doorstep, registered under his name. Since he didn’t have to pay for them, and they weren’t his own, Luther didn’t care if there was one more or one less 

Hearing about the myriad siblings and realizing her father was just a bodyguard, her mother a housekeeper, Briony’s future seemed bleaker than Noella’s farming familyan overwhelming thought that caused her to faint 

Luther hoisted Briony over his shoulder and dragged Yvonne away, disappearing from the hall 

Belinda, who had hidden to gauge Larson’s reaction to Briony, had already silpped away unnoticed at the first sign of trouble

Larson tumed to the crowd, his voice laced with apology. Terribly sorry, folks. The kids of our housekeeper and bodyguard have made quite the scene, apoiling your fun. I take the hit for thisthree drinks on mel 

He downed the champagne, his face flushing redwhether from anger or embarrassment, it was hard to tell

Larson moved from guest to quest, raising his glass in toast, until he finally reached Palmer. Palmer, we’re family after all, and blood’s thicker than water. You can’t side with strangers over your uncle, can you? Lately, every time I call, you’re busy with Ms. Schnabel, neglecting your manners!” 

His eyes darted towards Noella as he spoke

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