Chapter 498

Chapter: 498

Mia offered an insight. “We've intentionally propagated various rumors, but Marcus still treats her kindly. He transferred a

substantial amount of money to her despite everything.”

Seeing the despondent expression on Mia’s face, Gianna attempted to console her beloved daughter. “Don’t fret, Mia. She’s not

unattractive anymore. | suspect Marcus is drawn to her beauty and wants to indulge in it. Throughout history, men have always

been captivated by beauty, especially when it’s as striking as hers. They want to savor it for as long as they can.”

“Look at her, her beauty surpasses mine by leaps and bounds. It’s beyond infuriating. We must find a way to get that money from

her.

“Absolutely, that money rightfully belongs to us. Have you seen this medication? It’s colorless and tasteless.” Gianna retrieved a

glass bottle from the drawer, containing a fine powder.

“What kind of medication is that?” Mia was visibly confused.

“This is a recently developed compound from your uncle’s lab. Administer it, and women won't be able to conceive. It also inflicts

pain, targeting the human uterus.”

Avindictive grin crossed Gianna’s face. “Today, | plan to give it to Millie. Not only will | demand the money from her, but I'll also

render her incapable of bearing children. Once Celeste finds out, she'll undoubtedly be banished from the Thomas family

immediately.”

Mia’s eyes widened in shock.

“Good heavens! Uncle’s invention is so malicious, coming up with such a medication. Still, Mom is right. 1 must make sure Millie

ingests it. She’ll never surpass me in her lifetime.”

When Millie and Marcus returned, Mia was at the door in an instant. She greeted them with a warm smile and led them into the

living room.

“It must be scorching outside. I’ll make some flower tea to cool you down,” said Mia, with a welcoming gesture. “Rest and talk

with Dad. I'll bring the tea right away.”

“Flower tea to cool off?” said Millie, her voice tinged with confusion.

“Yes. The sun is quite fierce today. Drink something to beat the heat,” said Mia, her tone reassuring. “I noticed that you were

outside for a while, so | made this tea just for you.”

Millie looked down and said, “I see, thank you.”

Thereafter, Mia headed for the kitchen. She quickly took out the small bottle of powder, opened it, and poured the content into a

cup of flower tea.

The powder was dissipated in an instant.

At the back of Mia’s mind, she thought Millie was going to lose to her after having this drink.

Millie felt a pang of suspicion. Why was Mia so eager to give her some tea?

Something felt off.

‘[ll go help my sister in the kitchen,” she announced.

Then, Millie got up and walked briskly to the kitchen. “Sister, let me help you with that,” she suggested.

“What are you doing in here?” Mia’s voice shook, and she gripped the bottle tightly.