Chapter 205
Monica’s two daughters–in–law, Rebecca and Alice, sat on the sofa next to her.
Their seniority was similar to Samantha’s, but there was a twenty–year age difference between them.
Rebecca, the eldest daughter–in–law, made the effort to dress up. She was skilled in sweet–talking and always
made an appearance.
Alice, the second daughter–in–law, looked gentle and honest. However, she was somewhat reserved and lacked eloquence in speech. Whenever she visited, she couldn’t help but feel intimidated.
However, they never left empty–handed after visiting the Lawrence family.
As a result, they felt that their relationship with the Lawrence family was highly valued.
Genevieve felt ambivalent toward Alice and Rebecca and considered them to be just ordinary guests.
However, she loved Monica very much.
It was probably because Darrell said that Monica always secretly sent money and food to him and Caspian.
When Darrell was in the hardest time, he couldn’t afford to eat and wanted to drop out of school. As a result,
Monica beat him up and took him to school.
Beyond the banquet hall, there stretched a waterside promenade for over 30 feet, leading to a pavilion.
It was a stage specially constructed for performances, a gift from Darrell to Samantha.
The performance was melodious and dreamlike.
Monica said that a young man gave her a basket of peaches.
Rebecca couldn’t help but interrupt her with a wink. “Mom, why do you keep talking about this? Get to the point!”
Everyone was confused.
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Darrell and Samantha were also at a loss.
“Is there anything wrong?” Darrell asked with concern.
Monica pondered for a moment and said in confusion, “I’m fine.”
Rebecca couldn’t help but cough and make a funny face at Alice.
But Alice was unmoved. She lowered her head and said nothing.
Rebecca gritted her teeth and said with a smile, “That’s a good thing. Isn’t Gen divorced? A divorced woman is worthless. In our town, people who get married for the second time can only find someone with children or an old man. As her aunt, I don’t have the heart to let her marry those people and want to introduce her to a good young man!”
Darrell’s face turned gloomy, and he interrupted her in a cold voice. “What are you talking about?”
If Monica weren’t present, he would have hit her directly.
Samantha halted him, gently squeezed his hand, and cast a smiling glance at Rebecca.
“A good young man? Who is it?”
Rebecca couldn’t help but smile complacently and patted her chest with excitement.
“It’s my son, Nathan. He graduated from a prestigious university. I thought that we should keep all benefits for ourselves. Hence, I told him not to find a job. He should just be the CEO of Lawrence Group. When he is married. to Genevieve, she can stay at home as a full–time wife. Nathan will be the breadwinner of the family. Success won’t mind that this is Genevieve’s second marriage.
Rebecca’s idea was quite idealistic. Darrell was rich, but he only had one son..
Most wealthy families had several sons to inherit the business.
Hence, Rebecca turned her attention to Genevieve.
Since Jeffrey was the only son in their family, Genevieve would surely receive a sizeable share of the family
fortunes.
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The stage opposite the pavilion was babbling with melodious music.
Yet, no one was in the mood to enjoy the show except Monica.
Alice lowered her head with embarrassment, as if she wanted to hide from this occasion.
However, Rebecca had no shame at all.
She looked at Samantha with a hopeful expression, as if anticipating positive feedback about her son.
“Genevieve is a girl, after all. It’s not appropriate for her to constantly be out in the public eye. When she marries Nathan, she can enjoy life at home!”
Genevieve felt disgusted when looking at Rebecca’s face.
It was the reason why Darrell never allowed his relatives to visit much.
In fact, there was no need to contact some relatives for a long time.
Samantha took a sip of the delicate coffee in front of her. Next, she couldn’t help chuckling.
“If I remember correctly, your son didn’t go to a prestigious university, did he? His school was a lowly–ranked school that was hardly prestige. Is he having problems finding a job?”
Rebecca stiffened in embarrassment when she realized her lie had been exposed. Then she laughed and tried to
explain.
“People who attended elite schools can also work in lowly jobs. It doesn’t matter what kind of school he was in. The most important thing is that my son is a smart man. He liked Genevieve as soon as he saw her photos.”
Samantha stopped smiling and her face became indifferent. She tried her best to hold back her anger.
If it weren’t for Monica, she wouldn’t let such a person come to her house.
Genevieve looked at Samantha and knew she was angry.
She was about to say something when she heard a bang..
Darrell slammed the item in his hand on the table.
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Most of the splashed water and debris were thrown onto Rebecca.
There was a dead silence in the living room.
Monica watched the person singing at the pavilion and said nothing.
Rebecca’s face was slightly pale. However, she managed a flattering smile and said, “What are you doing? We are family. Let’s talk nicely!”
Rebecca looked at Alice in hope that she would help smooth things
s over.
However, Alice was so frightened that her face turned paler. She just sat there and didn’t dare to say anything.
Darrell snorted coldly. He respected Monica because she was kind to him.
But it didn’t mean that he would treat everyone in her family equally.
After years
of working in the business world, he had mastered the art of discernment. He looked at Rebecca with disgust and said, “Who the hell are you to talk like that about my daughter in my house? Even if she divorced, people like you and your son are undeserving of her. Stop daydreaming!”
Rebecca’s face was pale, and she felt aggrieved.
“I meant well. I…” She wanted to have a big fight, but she didn’t dare.
After all, she was at the Lawrence residence. Most people couldn’t even step their foot there.
If Monica hadn’t come, they would have been taken to the hotel for a meal and then sent back.
you to Monica, who was watching the show attentively, finally turned around and said, “Well, I’ve already told give
- up. You just had to listen to the rejection yourself. Your son is short and ugly. How is he worthy of Gen? Even if Gen had divorced eight to ten times, your son wouldn’t even stand a chance. Back in the day, I was just like Even after getting married, there were still plenty of suitors lining up for me. Beauties like us wouldn’t settle for a mama’s boy like your son.”
Rebecca’s expression changed visibly. She was angry that Monica didn’t speak up for her. If she had been at home, she would have made a huge fuss. But now she was unable to get out of the humiliating situation.
Samantha couldn’t help but scoffed, albeit gracefully.
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She was still well–mannered even when sneering at others.
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She took a deep breath and said, “Mom, that’s your grandson. How can you say that? Besides, I’m just saying it out of kindness. If Genevieve is unwilling, then forget it!”
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