Chapter 1047:
Brookâs face darkened visibly, his composure cracking.
âMother, that necklace is worth ten million dollars! Itâs meant to be given only in marriage!â he burst out, his voice tinged with disbelief.
His protest was less about the monetary value and more about the implications. He hadnât yet found a way to drive a wedge between Kellan and Allison, and now Kinsleeâs public endorsement had rendered his schemes futile.
To him, it was unacceptable.
It meant Allison must have somehow bewitched the Lloyd family!
How could Allison, a woman he viewed as a worthless orphan, secure such favor? If she truly married into the Lloyd family, she would undoubtedly undermine his authority.
âEven if you favor her this much, sheâs still not officially part of this family!â
Kinslee didnât flinch. Instead, she raised her cane and pointed it at him with disdain.
âSo what if sheâs not official yet? I already consider Allison family.â
Her words were sharp, cutting through Brookâs objections. Straightening her back, she continued, her tone dripping with disappointment.
âThat necklace was meant for Gianna. After her passing, you wasted no time indulging in scandals with Nova. And now, you have the audacity to meddle in Kellanâs marriage? I fully support Kellan giving it to Allison. No one has the authority to challenge this decision!â
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Her declaration left no ambiguity.
It was clear to everyone present that Allison was destined to take her place as the rightful lady of the Lloyd family.
âBut theyâre not even married yet. They havenât known each other for long. What if things fall apart in the future?â
Internally seething, Nova could barely hide her resentment.
The necklace, which she had coveted but could never claim as her own, was now being handed to Allison.
Picking up on Novaâs implication, Brook quickly chimed in. âNova is right. Mother, even if youâre fond of Ms. Clarke, how can you be certain she isnât putting on a facade?â
Kinslee responded with a laugh, a sound both knowing and dismissive. âA facade? Even if her kindness is an act, as long as she can sustain it for a lifetime, then itâs genuine enough.â
Her decision wasnât merely based on sentiment; it was also practical. Kinslee had a deep sense of gratitude toward Allison.
With her advancing age, she was acutely aware that once she was gone, Nova and Hoyt could run rampant without opposition. This thought solidified her resolve.
Raising her voice, Kinslee made a decisive announcement. âEveryone listen well, Allison will be the lady of the Lloyd family. Her position is more legitimate than anyone elseâs, and you are all expected to respect her authority from this day forward!â
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