Chapter 384
My Substitute CEO Bride
Chapter 384
Nashâs words touched Melody.
She could not imagine what Nash had gone through all these years.
She wondered how many deaths did it take to shape who Nash was today.
The two cars drove toward Xanthalos.
Jonford was 15,000 kilometers away from Xanthalos.
It was roughly a 20-hour drive.
At ten oâclock in the morning, Nash received a call from Brian.
âGrandmaster⦠Old Mare had food poisoning, but heâs fine now!â
âFood poisoning? What did he eat?â Nash asked in surprise.
âSome fungi. It shouldâve been some poisonous mushrooms!â
âThe Mares are a second-class family, indeed. The cooks canât even tell the difference between safe and poisonous mushrooms!â Nash sneered. Someone within the family might have tampered with the food.
âThe situation with the Mares is rather complicated. Old Mare holds the power in the family so tightly, I suspect itâs due to internal family conflicts!â Brianâs response confirmed Nashâs suspicions.
Personal gain could make one lose sight of family.
âTell Hera to not start any conflict with the Mares!â
Families competing for properties were very dangerous, and they were willing to do anything to win.
Lauren had not returned to her family for decades. Her sudden return would inevitably arouse the suspicion of others.
âIâm afraid thatâs going to be difficultâ¦â Brian said with a wry smile.
At the same time, at the Mare household in Capiton, more than 30 people were sitting in the luxurious villaâs living room.
Laurenâs family was ridiculed and targeted by other families.
âYou havenât been home for more than 20 years. The moment you heard that your
grandfather was ill, you came rushing back⦠Youâre obviously back just for your share of the inheritance!â
âThatâs right. Iâve seen people who are shameless but never to this extent!â
âNot only is this shameless behavior, but itâs simply despicable⦠Fortunately, Old Mare was saved. Otherwise, he wouldnât have found peace if he had died!â
A group of middle-aged people in gorgeous clothes were gossiping away.
They were not loud, but their tones were extremely harsh.
Laurenâs face was as pale as paper.
âHave you said enough?â
Hera could not listen further, so she stood up and yelled at everyone.
During her fight with Helena, she understood something.
Weakness would not be shown mercy.
Her mother was always strong when she fought with Hubert and the Lewises. However, when she arrived at the Mares, she was bullied into silence.
âDisrespectful bratâ¦â
âDo you have a right to speak here?â
âAs expected of Laurenâs daughter. Sheâs so self-centered and rebellious!â
âLauren, if you know better, then take your daughter and get out of here⦠The Mares have long had nothing to do with you!â
Heraâs anger did not intimidate anyone but simply added fuel to the fire.
âThe Mares are considered a prestigious and respected family. How is it that none of you have any sense of refinement or culture? Oh, I forgot. Youâre just women who were brought into the family!â
Hera looked at everyone with a sarcastic expression.
In the Lewis household, her mother had always stood up to protect her.
Now, it was Heraâs turn to protect her mother.
Harrison sneered, âYou bunch of self-righteous people really expect to be treated as a big deal for simply marrying into a rich family!â
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