Chapter 2387: Chapter 2387

His priority was to get Vanessa to clear things up publicly, allowing them to move forward without further complications.

When Vanessa entered the room, she looked visibly unwell, clearly affected by recent events.

Edwin acknowledged her with a brief nod, but nothing more.

Vanessa asked to speak with Edwin privately, but he refused.

“No need,” he said firmly.

“Since this has become a matter of business, let’s keep it that way.

”

The ensuing negotiations focused on the interests and benefits of both parties.

The Smiths were clearly unhappy with Edwin’s terms.

Despite Vanessa being the one who had caused the initial upset, the Smiths stood united, reluctant to lose Edwin as a son-in-law.

Thomas, due to his connections with Cecilia, was somewhat friendly towards Edwin.

He suggested, “Marrying Vanessa would be a graceful exit for both of you.

As for the other lady, we can ensure she’s taken care of financially.

”

Thomas’s wife added her own disparaging comment about Laura and her mother.

Upon hearing these comments, Edwin’s hands clenched into fists, anger brewing within him.

Vanessa, adding to the tension, remarked, “You must realize marrying Laura would be detrimental to your reputation.

She offers you nothing.

”

Edwin’s grip relaxed as he adopted a sarcastic tone.

Addressing Thomas, he said, “No wonder my mother never took fancy to you.

You and your wife are indeed well-suited for each other!”

The faces of Thomas and his wife paled at Edwin’s sharp words.

Turning to Vanessa, Edwin’s tone was incredulous.

“Excuse me, who are you to comment on whom I marry? Is it any of your concern? Are you trying to use the Evans family’s so-called reputation to intimidate me?” He continued, his patience wearing thin, “I was tolerant of you before, considering our families’ history.

But let’s be clear now.

I, Edwin, am already married.

Miss Smith, you preach about virtue and dignity, yet how can you shamelessly pursue a married man?”

Vanessa, visibly shaken, could hardly believe it.

“It can’t be true! Your father would never allow it.

They all favored me!” she stammered.

Edwin’s response was a dismissive sneer.

“You’re living in a fantasy.

”

At that moment, the doors burst open, and Edwin’s lawyer entered confidently.

“Mr.

Evans is indeed legally married.

His spouse is Mrs.

Laura Evans.

”