Chapter 1423: Chapter 1423

Veronica, being quick–witted for once, answered on behalf of her grandmother. “Ellinor! This wasn’t something my brother mentioned. Grandfather learned it from the older shareholders in the company.

Both my brother and Collin’s phones were stolen while they were in M State. They’re overseas and can’t replace their SIM cards. They’re also busy dealing with company affairs and can’t spare time.”

Ellinor gazed at Veronica. “Is that so?”

Veronica’s eyes didn’t waver as she nodded vigorously. “Indeed! Ellinor, you should just focus on your postpartum recovery. When my brother returns, he’ll explain everything to you.”

Marissa chimed in. “Yes, Ellinor, your priority now is to rest and recover. I came over today to bring you home for your confinement. We’ve arranged for the best caregiver at home. Why don’t you come home with me?”

Ellinor declined. “No need; I’m not that frail. There’s nothing wrong with having my confinement in the hospital. If anything feels off, the medical staff is right here. It’s pretty convenient.”

Marissa shook her head disapprovingly. “The hospital isn’t as comfortable as home. It’s teeming with germs and smells of antiseptics. Home is far better. Ellinor, be a good girl, and come home with Grandma.”

Just as Ellinor was about to refuse again, Balfour cut in, denying Marissa’s request on her behalf.

“Marissa, even if Ellinor were to leave the hospital for her confinement, she wouldn’t go to the Blanchet home.“.

After hearing this blunt statement, Marissa turned to look, as her face showed signs of displeasure.

“So, it’s the young master of the Howard family. Our Ellinor has been imposing on your family for a while now. It’s time for her to return to us.” Balfour retorted. “She’s not imposing at all. The Howard family is her home. On the other hand, what right do you have to take her away?”

Marissa frowned. “You’re a funny one, aren’t you? Ellinor is my granddaughter–in–law. Are you saying I don’t have the right to take her home?”

Balfour smirked. “Your granddaughter–in–law? How can you prove that she is? Does she have a marriage certificate with any male member of your family? Or has any male member of your family been here at the hospital, taking care of her like a husband should?”

Marissa was left speechless.

Knowing Marissa had no response, Balfour didn’t bother to pull any punches. “You can leave now.

Don’t disturb her anymore. No one can take her away from here until that jerk from your family returns.”

Marissa’s brows furrowed. “Young man, what gives you the right to say all this in front of me? Who are you to Ellinor? Why are you blocking us from taking her home?”

Balfour responded. “Who I am to her doesn’t matter, and I don’t need to explain myself to the Blanchets. The only thing that matters is your irresponsible grandson. He’s failed to fulfill his duties to Ellinor when she needed him the most, so none of you Blanchets have the right to take her away.”

Marissa, knowing her family was in the wrong but still feeling aggrieved, was left breathless.

Veronica rebutted, feeling quite peeved. “Hey! Ellinor hasn’t said anything yet! Why are you butting in?

Are you harboring ulterior motives toward Ellinor? Are you trying to take advantage of my brother’s absence? Pretending to be a knight in shining armor, huh?”

Balfour shot Veronica a glance. He was seemingly too lazy to argue with a child and turned his gaze away.

Ellinor, who had been listening to their back–and–forth bickering, was beginning to feel irritated.

“Enough! All of you! Veronica, take Grandma home.”