“That’s enough,” Lady Vivan’s voice was cool and sharpas it filled the hall. Her gaze was fierce as she focused on Hailey, and each of her steps felt deliberate. Watching this woman sneer at Jeremy—her son, whether he acknowledged it or not—filled her with a sense of duty. This girl has gone too far; she needs to understand what it means to respect another human being and be taught a lesson.Hailey looked at her, frowning in irritation. “And who are you supposed to be?” she sneered.Lady Vivan didn’t flinch. “Someone who has no tolerance for spoiled, mannerless women,” she replied coldly, “I’ve been watching you, and I must say, I’ve never seen such blatant disrespect.”Hailey scoffed, rolling her eyes. “Do you even know who you’re talking to?”“Oh, I know exactly who I’m speaking to,” Vivan replied smoothly. “A woman who not only betrayed her husband but is shameless enough to mock him afterward. It’s a wonder you weren’t taught any better.”Charles put a hand on Hailey’s arm, mutte

Vivan couldn’t help but steal glances at Jeremy, who was sitting straight in the back seat of the car. Her son, her only son.She smiled as she remembered how he used to giggle innocently. She was going to make sure those who trampled upon him got what they deserved.She slowly moved her hand and placed it on his affectionately.Jeremy, who was lost in thought, couldn’t help but move his gaze to Vivan’s side. Her gaze was filled with love and affection as she smiled at him.“I have someone to show you, Jeremy. He has been waiting for you for so long,” she said, her tone softening with affection.Jeremy didn’t say it, but the look on his face clearly screamed, *Who the heck is that?*Vivan smiled, knowing quite well that he would be as curious as anyone could ever be. “It’s a secret. I’ll show him to you once we get to the estate,” she said with a playful smirk, hoping to lighten his mood.Jeremy raised a brow but chose not to press further. His mind was already preoccupied with the ch