When she unveils identities novel (Shirley and Braden) novel Chapter 431

Chapter 431 Apologize to Shirley

“Why didn’t you tell me that there are guests at home? How will your relatives view me?”

Shirley covered her flushed face with both hands, feeling so embarrassed.

She got up late in the morning and looked disheveled. The members of the Stewart family present might remember and gossip about her for a long time.

“You don’t need to care about their thoughts. I just want you to be comfortable and carefree.”

Braden put his arm around Shirley’s shoulder and went downstairs indifferently. He greeted everyone calmly, “Good morning, everyone. Shirley and I woke up late. Please forgive us.”

In terms of status and power, Braden was only second to Howard in the Stewart family. When he spoke, he looked quite dignified, and others quieted down instantly.

However, when he looked down at Shirley in his arms, he was gentle. He said in a doting tone, “Don’t be shy. Say hello to the elders.”

Although Shirley was embarrassed, she couldn’t disgrace Braden. She braced herself and greeted everyone.

The guests were all afraid of Braden. Just now, they were talking and laughing with each other, but now they did not dare to say a single word.

Only Matilda was an exception. She was dissatisfied in her heart and was not afraid of anyone.

“Shirley, long time no see. Let me think… It’s been almost four years!”

With a fake smile on her face, Matilda held Shirley’s hand and said, “Back then, when you were chased out by Braden, almost all the members of the Stewart family cheered. Only I was soft-hearted and felt that you were pitiful…”

“Matilda, what are you talking about? Stop talking nonsense! No one will think that you are mute!”

Tracy interrupted Matilda coldly, hoping to tear her mouth apart.

The atmosphere was a little awkward. Apart from Braden and his family, most of the others were watching the show.

Shirley didn’t mind. She said with a faint smile, “It’s fine. I won’t hold grudges.”

Matilda was encouraged, and her words became even more unpleasant to hear.

“Shirley, I was just talking to Tracy. I prepared a special gift for you. Try it on and see if it’s suitable for you.”

Matilda took out the golden lock from the box and handed it to Shirley. “This is a chastity lock. In the past few years, you have had to support two children and should have lived a hard life. It was inevitable that you would seek other men’s help…

“I heard the nonsense outside. It is rumored that your children are not Braden’s but Ewan’s, because there are also fraternal twins in the Parker family.

“I will put it on for you. Just show your loyalty to Braden and the Stewart family.”

Matilda’s words were pure humiliation. She didn’t show any respect to Shirley at all.

Others were watching the good show and were not surprised. In the past, it was common for the Stewart family, as well as the servants, to bully and humiliate Shirley.

“I don’t think it is necessary.”

Braden’s face was cold, and so was his aura. He stared at Matilda sharply.

Matilda felt weak from Braden’s gaze. “Braden, what… what’s wrong? I did it for your good!”

“It is suitable for Antwan. He messed around with so many women. Without it, he may suffer retribution and will have no children.”

Braden said word by word expressionlessly.