FreeNovelLorenzo stood there, his legs shaking and sweat beading on his forehead.
The living room sank into a tense silence after Hannah's remarks.
She swept her gaze over everyone and said, "Any more questions? I'm exhausted.
I don't wish to entertain this any longer.
" "You're just spouting lies! Now that they're dead, feel free to make up stories!" Joselyn couldn't hold back her sharp criticism of Hannah.
"You're doing the sthing," Hannah responded without even glancing at Joselyn.
"You mentioned they're dead.
You're free to say whatever you like, too.
Go ahead, discover the truth.
"Hannah casually turned her head toward Joselyn.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"They're dead now.
Why don't you visit the afterlife and ask them for the truth?" 's BunnyBookery "You!" Joselyn's anger was evident, her face turning a deep shade of red.
Members of the Chadwick family, outraged, slammed their hands on the table and raised their voices.
"Do you have no respect for us, the elders?" "Frankly speaking, I really don't respect you at all.
Hannah reclined on the sofa, casting a casual glance at the angered Chadwick family.
"Amelie isn't my mother.
She never birthed or raised me.
And you all aren't my family to judge me.
Do you really think you have the right to callungrateful?" Her gaze shifted to the man who had challenged her, her eyes sharp and intimidating.
"You know, wandering in the dark too much might just lead you to encounter ghosts, Mr.
Chadwick.
Be careful.
Sheridan Chadwick was taken aback, not expecting Hannah's bold retort.
Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All Books Updates... The living room fell into a heavy silence, with no one daring to utter a word. Wallace surveyed the room with his intense gaze.
He cracked a smile, but to those who knew him, it felt cold and penetrating.
"Got any more questions? Let's clear them up now.
"His voice, naturally deep and commanding, carried an unmistakable authority.
"I'm running low on patience, and I certainly don't have tto go through this over and over!" His words seemed to amplify the silence in the room.
Then, turning to another man, Wallace inquired, "Wilfred, anything else on your mind?" "I... I have no objections.
"Wilfred, showing a hint of fear, shifted the blonto the Chadwick family.
"Since this is all just a big misunderstanding and Mrs.
Compton's men haven't uncovered the truth, why not just drop it?" He turned to Wallace with a smile.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"It's great that you got your daughter back.
We were only worried she might bring trouble to the Compton family.
We did it thinking of our best interests.
"1 "Alright," Wallace replied.
He looked at Amelie, his eyebrows arched, and asked with a slight smile, "What's your take on this?" Amelie, hiding her clenched fists, kept her composure and smiled back at Wallace.
"If it's just a misunderstanding, I'm glad it's cleared up.
I owe Miss Moore an apology on behalf of my people.
" With a gesture from Amelie, Lorenzo was taken away.
Hannah gave Amelie a smile in response, but she remained silent we about accepting the apology.
"If no one has any issues, let's proceed with the party as planned, celebrating Hannah's joining the Compton family the day after tomorrow," Wallace announced, standing up. He then turned to Hannah.
"Cupstairs with me.
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