NovelEnglishThe servant readily replied, “Miss Brown is waiting at the door” After uttering the words, she discreetly glanced at Violette.
The servant was attentive. Despite Melissa's status as the soon-to-be wife of Marcus and her previous service to the Fowler family, she hadn't visited in quite some time, especially not for New Year's Eve dinner.
In contrast, Violette had made a reappearance.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe servant was confident that Violette would be marrying Marcus soon instead.
Marcus, upon hearing the servant's words, concluded that Melissa preferred not to enter. Consequently, he set aside his magazine, attended to Matthew by putting on his coat, and handed him his comfort pillow to hold.
Marcus and Matthew's departure didn't go unnoticed by Waylen.
Lately, Waylen has been discontent with Marcus.
He perceived his son's accumulation of wealth as pointless when he's not with the woman he loved.
Upon noticing his fully-dressed grandson, Waylen inquired, “Where are you off to?” Matthew's voice rang out clearly. “Mommy is coming to get me” The entire room fell silent as everyone's attention shifted to Marcus.
Rena gently interjected, “Shouldn't she be invited inside? She's the mother of your child, after all” Afraid of getting herself into trouble, the servant hastily clarified, “Miss Brown has arrived bearing gifts.” Observing Marcus, Rena questioned his reliability. Being elders, Rena and Waylen felt it inappropriate to personally go get Melissa especially since she had ended things with their son. Thus, Rena instructed Alexis, “Take Matthew and invite Melissa inside.” Alexis shot a glance at Marcus, deeming him arrogant.
She then lifted Matthew, planting a ki*s on his cheek. “Let's go find your
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmmom,” she said, leading the way.
Prior to Melissa's arrival, Waylen sought to impart a lesson to his son.
“You're becoming increasingly ridiculous. That's not your usual demeanor. Why act so cruel toward Melissa? It's chilly out there. Why leave her standing outside? Your breakup suggests a lack of consideration on your part if you ask me?” Marcus remained silent, retreating to the sofa to resume reading his magazine.
In fact, the Finch family should have departed by now, yet Violette's parents seemed reluctant to leave. What was amiss with Violette? How could she be outdone by Melissa, who lacked a prestigious family background? Violette's parents exchanged knowing glances with her.
Determined not to concede defeat, Violette sat beside Marcus and inquired, “What are you reading?” Marcus glanced up at her with indifference but made no move to rebuff her.
In the hallway, Alexis entered with Melissa in tow.
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