WorldNovelChapter 231: The next day, at the Stevens family residence.
What is Keanu trying to pull? Lindy seethed, her voice sharp as she slammed the guest list onto the table.
Is he deliberately humiliating me? Its his 80th birthday, and I, his rightful daughter-in-law, am not even on the guest list! Meanwhile, hes tacitly allowing your father to bring that homewrecker and his illegitimate son to the celebration.
Even Allison was invited! Rage bubbled inside her as she gripped the wine glass too tightly, flinging it across the room where it shattered into pieces.
Ignoring the pain in her hand, she rubbed her temples, the headache building as fury clouded her vision. Colton, your grandfather is intentionally ignoring us.
Its a blatant show of disrespect! Lindys fiery gaze shifted sharply to Melany, her eyes brimming with hostility.
Keanus disdain for Colton since his divorce from Allison had been more than evident.
Hed cut off all contact, retreated abroad, and hadnt even returned for Colton and Melanys wedding.
He was trampling on their dignity! Lindy knew full well that, despite Colton being her only son, Keanu had other grandsons.
Coltons insistence on marrying Melany had only deepened the old mans disapproval.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe thought of the financial support Melanys parents still hadnt provided set Lindys temper ablaze.
In the end, Melany, its because Keanu doesnt like you! It was all this homewreckers fault! Feeling the weight of Lindys venomous glare, Melany lowered her gaze, feigning helplessness.
Lindy, Ive tried everything to please him, but... hes always been close to Allison.
Of course, he wouldnt like me.
Inwardly, however, she scoffed.
Lindy was quick to blothers now, but when Melany first returned to the country, the woman had greeted her with saccharine smiles and open arms.
But they both knew what Lindy truly wanted the assets Melany brought with her.
Back then, their goals had aligned.
So what was the point of blaming her now? Though resentment churned inside her, Melany kept up the act, shrinking behind Coltons protective stance.
Colton, I truly didnt mean to cause any trouble... I never imagined Keanu would be so heartless.
Im sorry, Lindy... it seems Ive upset you too.
Lindys face twisted with rage.
Who are you fooling with this pitiful act? She despised the way Melany played innocent, just like that vile secretary who had wormed her way into her husbands life.
And seeing Colton defend her? It only made the bile rise faster.
With a sudden motion, Lindy grabbed a nearby cup and hurled it at Melany.
Stop pretending in front of me! The cup shattered against the wall, and Colton instinctively shielded Melany, his expression darkening as he turned to his mother.
Mom, have your headaches gotten so bad that youve lost all sense of decorum? Lindys voice shook with frustration as she demanded, What do you want? Melany is your daughter-in-law, yet you treat her like this.
Cant you see youre only making things worse? Her laugh was bitter, filled with disdain.
So, now you have the nerve to lecture me? Fine.
Tell me, what should we do? She had planned to use Keanus birthday banquet to solidify their place in high society, only to be humiliated by not even receiving an invitation.
The whole situation felt like a public slap to the face.
Lindys anger was palpable, but Melanys calmness remained undeterred.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmLindy, please dont be so upset.
I might have a solution, she murmured softly, her voice gentle and reassuring.
People wont know we werent invited.
If we dont show up, theyll just think were being disrespectful.
Why not bring birthday gifts and deliver them personally? Do you think Keanu would really throw us out in front of everyone? She let her words sink in before adding, And if we reveal Allisons true colors to everyone, once Keanu sees through her act, hell naturally appreciate Coltons intentions. Reveal? Lindys eyes narrowed with suspicion.
What do you mean? A small smile tugged at the corner of Melanys lips.
Colton and I uncovered a little secret about Allison.
Youll see soon enough.
The night before, shed instructed someone to dig through the Om subsidiarys financial records.
It turned out that not only was Allison implicated in the losses, but there was something tying Lindy into the mess as well. No matter how things unfolded, Melany knew she had the upper hand.
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