Chapter 119

Chapter 119:

Luna looked clearly mortified after being rebuked. She said, “Regarding the engagement…”

“I refuse to call it off!” Elaine retorted sharply, her tone dripping with bitterness. She held deep resentment towards this ungrateful family and was determined not to let them have their way.

“I agree to call it off!” A voice suddenly pierced the heavy silence from upstairs.

Everyone looked startled, and soon a figure in a wheelchair appeared from the elevator. To accommodate Howard, the family had installed this elevator.

Seated in his wheelchair, adorned with a hat and a mask, Howard exuded a serene and dignified aura despite his injuries. Observers could still detect traces of the charismatic charm he possessed in his youth. The thought of his scarred skin, however, filled their hearts with sorrow.

Tatiana’s heart raced when she spotted Howard—for he was a man she had deeply loved, the once dreamt-of partner for many in Gemond. Fate had dealt him a harsh hand, stirring a deep sense of pity within her. Had Howard not suffered so, Tatiana would never have thought to end their engagement.

Now, tears filled her eyes as she looked at him. “Howard, I’m sorry.”

“There’s no need for apologies. From here on, our paths diverge,” Howard responded, his voice still gentle but carrying a subtle note of detachment.

This response left Tatiana with a poignant sense of loss, feeling as though something valuable had drifted away. After speaking, Howard turned and wheeled himself away.

Elaine’s heart ached even more as she watched her son move off. She then coldly said to Luna, “Since Howard has consented, you should leave. We are through with this.”

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Luna sighed. “Mrs. Johns, I understand your distress, but I did what I thought best for my daughter.”

Sensing the scornful looks from those around her, Luna could not bear to stay and quickly departed with Tatiana.

“Disgusting! The Fernandez family, I’ll remember this. When I get home, I’m telling my father we’ll cut all ties with them!” someone muttered in anger.

Another observer, watching the two people leave, said, “I think I know why the Fernandez family is so bold now. A relative told me he saw Tatiana in Ansport with a wealthy young man!”

“Really?” another exclaimed, surprised.

Families from Ansport were influential. They had the clout to overshadow any family from Gemond. Everyone’s faces showed a subtle change. If Tatiana was indeed seeing someone from Ansport, it explained their confidence in calling off the engagement. They no longer had to worry about repercussions from the Johns family.

Feeling the onset of a headache, Elaine massaged her temples. Madisyn quickly came over to help soothe her.

Elaine looked at Madisyn, her expression softening. “Madisyn…”

“Mom, don’t worry. People like them will face consequences eventually,” Madisyn reassured her gently. Her words seemed to comfort her mother a bit. Elaine nodded and said, “You’re right. They’ll receive their due.”

“Mom, you should rest,” Madisyn urged quietly, seeing her mother was still distressed.

“Alright.” Elaine nodded and decided to go upstairs to see how Howard was doing.

“The Fernandez family shouldn’t be allowed to stay in the city,” Dane said, his eyes briefly showing intense anger. They had wronged his brother, and he wouldn’t let them off the hook easily.

Waylon nodded in agreement at once. Looking at them calmly, Andrew commented, “I’ll find out who is dating Tatiana.”

Dane didn’t object, aware that Andrew’s connections in Ansport were much stronger than any of theirs.

Madisyn looked on thoughtfully, wrapped up in her concerns. She wasn’t overly bothered by what the Fernandez family did—Tatiana would likely regret her actions soon. Her main concern was to help Howard recover as swiftly as possible. Once he was well, Tatiana would realize just how foolish she had been.

Even the guests were visibly disturbed and angry for Howard, but Kristine, busy chatting with her friends, didn’t seem to share their concern. Dane noticed this and felt a sense of irony. Howard had always been kind and welcoming. When Kristine was new to the family and didn’t know anyone, Howard had made sure she felt welcomed. Kristine really was showing no gratitude.

This incident was a brief disturbance, quickly forgotten as the lively vibe in the living room returned. Madisyn learned a few new party games from the guests. Time passed quickly while everyone was enjoying themselves, and before long, it was getting dark, and dinner was almost ready.

Guests were assembling for the meal when Kristine approached Madisyn with a glass of wine. With a remorseful, sweet smile, she said, “Madisyn, I’ve really misunderstood you before. I’m sorry, let’s drink to that.”

As she spoke, her hand “accidentally” grazed the rim of Madisyn’s glass.

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