Peter was nursing a hangover from the previous night.
When he awoke in the wee hours, only to find his beloved daughterâs room vacant, his fury knew no bounds.
Throughout the birthday festivities, Peter had been muttering curses nonstop, starting as early as five in the morning while he impatiently waited in the living room for the rascal to return with his daughter.
It wasnât until nine oâclock that they finally made their appearance.
Peterâs eyes bulged with anger, and Lina wore a displeased expression.
âWho was the one constantly refilling the glasses last night?
Humph! Now youâre concerned about our daughter.
Where were you earlier?â
Peter, uncharacteristically, fixed a stern gaze on Lina.
âDid Mark intentionally keep me inebriated just to create an opportunity for his precious son? Iâve always maintained that Edwin is shrewd, inheriting every ounce of cunning from his father! Out of all the young women available, why did he have to pursue our daughter?â
Lina scolded him sharply, âBecause you can be so foolish!â
Peter was caught off guard by her blunt remark.
As Laura and Edwin made their entrance and heard the argument, Laura couldnât help but feel a touch of embarrassment.
Peterâs bias was evident.
Both had clearly spent the night away from home, yet he directed his scolding solely at Edwin.
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Peter ranted about Edwinâs reckless behavior, all but ignoring Lauraâs role in the nightâs events.
Unimpressed by the spectacle, Lina rolled her eyes.
Edwin gently patted Lauraâs shoulder and assured in a hushed tone, âYou go upstairs first.
Iâll handle this.
â
Laura hesitated briefly.
Lina spoke with warmth in her voice.
âWe need to have a conversation with Edwin, Laura.
You go on upstairs.
â
Coincidentally, Penney descended the stairs at that moment.
Lina requested her to escort Laura upstairs.
As Laura made her exit, she stole a quick glance at Edwin, who responded with a faint smile, causing Peter to sneer coldly.
âYouâre still working your charms on her!â