287 The tension in the room crackled as Angela's revelation sent shockwaves through the Beaufort family and Darwin felt the weight of their scrutiny pressing down on him. But he refused to falter under their judgmental gazes, standing his ground with a calm confidence. Celia's eyes narrowed as she
288 Mr. Beaufort nodded in agreement. "Mark my words, once he gets what he wants, he'll be gone without a trace. It's in his parasitic nature." Angela had heard enough. "How dare you!" she exploded, fury and indignation coloring her cheeks a bright red. "Not one of your derogatory claims holds any
289 Angela’s mother was furious. Her face flushed with anger, she grabbed a glass of hot tea from the nearby table, her hands shaking with rage. "You've caused enough trouble in this restaurant," she hissed, her voice dripping with malice. "It's time you faced the consequences of your deceitful act
290 In the midst of the escalating tension, Mr. and Mrs. Whistlire exchanged nervous glances, realizing the dire situation unfolding before them. With a heavy sigh, Mr. Whistlire took a step forward, his voice trembling with desperation. "Please, Mr. and Mrs. Beaufort, let's not allow this misunde
291 As Mrs. Beaufort observed the tension between Angela and her parents, she interjected with faux concern, her voice dripping with insincerity. "Angela, my dear, perhaps it's time you opened your eyes to the truth before it's too late," she said, her tone laced with a deceptive sweetness. "Why do
292 Darwin felt the weight of their mockery bearing down on him like a heavy shroud. Celia and Lander's laughter echoed in his mind, their disbelief palpable in every glance and word. He stood there. "You think I'm making this up?" Darwin's voice trembled with indignation, his frustration boiling
293 Darwin took a deep breath to steady himself, then bent down to retrieve his keys. His nerves had settled a bit since he stepped outside, but seeing his Audi A8 surrounded by astonished onlookers brought a smile to his face. Celia stood dumbstruck, her gaze fixed on the sleek, navy blue Audi A
294 Darwin met her gaze with an amused twinkle in his eye. The puzzle pieces clicked into place, but Celia's mind still resisted the revelation. How could it be possible? The man she had dismissed as insignificant, the one she had labeled as a "poor bastard," was the owner of this luxurious automob