Chapter 169
Sophia thought, ‘Rose is so unconventional that she’s willing to have sex with her uncle.
The guests never thought that just by coming to the party, they’d see such juicy drama, Sophia really lived up to her name as the Gossip Gosen Kont
silence fell over everyone.
Maelis was confused. “That’s not really a compliment, is it?”
Sophia said, “Guess I used the wrong word no wonder I never did well in literature.”
The crowd fell even quieter. Everyone knew Sophia was doing it on purpose. Ophelia was so angry she couldn’t talk, her eyes fixed on Sophia like she was ready to attack.
With so many guests there, Ophelia could only give one last harsh glare at Sophia before walking away–she clearly planned to settle this later.
Sophia looked right at her and gave a teasing smile, completely calm. She had already taken the hush money.
Sophia walked around with her juice, looking for a place to sit. Now that the fight was over, the guests started talking in small groups, whispering “miscarriage” and “arranged marriage“.
Dorian leaned in and quietly said, “Sophia, I don’t think Ophelia will just let this go.”
Sophia looked at Nadia, who said, “Don’t worry about me–I’m not scared of her anymore.”
Nadia thought, “Since I got into Jelasburg University, Grandpa has been paying more attention to me. I’m still useful to the Moore family, so he won’t make things hard for me over this. If it gets bad, I’ll just stay at school.”
Maelis leaned closer, her curiosity all over her face. “Do you think Rose will be able to keep the baby?”
Dorian was just as curious. Nadia stayed quiet but looked at Sophia too. Sophia blinked and smiled, “Wait, you guys actually think I’d know?”
Maelis, Dorian, and Nadia all nodded together. Sophia paused, then said with a smirk, “Well, this time she didn’t lose the baby.”
Maelis didn’t catch the meaning and thought Rose was safe from losing the baby. Just as she started to relax, Dorian quickly cut in, “She didn’t lose the baby this time–does that mean she will next time?”
Maelis suddenly turned to look at Dorian, and Nadia did too. Sophia clicked her tongue in admiration. ‘Dorian is smart–if only he were healthier, he’d be really promising. What a shame,‘ she thought.
“Sophia,” Jonathan called out as he came closer from far away. He had just finished talking with the Moore family and finally had a moment to check his phone–only to see Sophia’s message.
-Dorian, quick to see what was happening, pulled Maelis and Nadia away just as Jonathan got closer. Jonathan frowned at his phone and asked, “What’s
this nonsense you sent me?”
Sophia put on an innocent look. “Well, just congratulations.”
Sophia grinned mischievously and said, “Congratulations, you’re going to be a grandpa!”
Jonathan was totally confused. “What are you talking about?” Then suddenly, he froze as if he had a new thought. “Is Sean-”
Sophia snapped her fingers and grinned. “Bingo! It’s him, for sure. The Chandler family is going to have a wedding soon.”
Jonathan looked doubtful. “Sean’s so busy with work. When would he even have time to get a girl? When did this happen?”
Sophia gave a mysterious smile and said, “Just wait and see.”
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Chapter 169
Jonathan thought to himself, Sean just got a girlfriend and now she’s pregnant?‘ He never guessed the Moores plan.
Soon, Jonathan was called away by the Moore family’s butter. He left smiling he thought, ‘The Moore family wanted to talk about working to
Sophia smiled. ‘There will be a wedding soon. How nice! For such an important family event, how could Heather miss out!‘ she thought so sh immediately dialed Heather’s number.
When Heather answered, Sophia lowered her voice and urgently said, “Heather, Jonathan is about to sell Sean for his own benefit. Come here right now or you’ll become a grandma before you know it!”
Heather was happy when Sophia called, but her smile disappeared fast. “What did you just say?” she asked sharply
“Jonathan is so eager to work with the Moore family that he’s pushing Sean to marry Rose–even though she’s already pregnant with another man’s baby! If this happens, aren’t you just becoming a grandma?”
Heather spoke through clenched teeth, upset and angry at Jonathan. “First, he kept fighting with me over that illegitimate son, and now, just for money, he’s making his own son a cuckold. Unbelievable!”
Jonathan’s attitude had made Heather almost crazy these days.
At the party, Jonathan and Maxwell were chatting happily about a business deal. But then, with just one sentence, Maxwell stunned Jonathan.
“Maxwell,” Jonathan asked, thinking he probably misheard, “what did you just say?”
Maxwell was not tall, with a lean, wiry build. His eyes looked a little cloudy, but they still looked sharp. His serious face and strong presence showed he was used to being in charge.
Maxwell spoke slowly, with no room for arguing. “We can work together, but only if our two families marry. That’s the only way this deal can go forward.”
Jonathan was okay with a marriage alliance–after all, his sons were grown, and the Moore family had suitable heiresses too. He thought, ‘But why did it have to be Rose, the one with lots of scandals?‘
“My granddaughter Rose is about the same age as Sean–she’s a good match. If they marry, I’ll give some ground with the deal as a wedding gift,” Maxwell said firmly.
Jonathan came here full of hope, but then he only felt humiliated and angry. The Chandlers were already behind in this deal, but he had no choice.
After the recent scandals, he still answered to his shareholders, so working with the Moore family was the only way.
“Maxwell, you were my father’s friend, and I’ve always respected you. I never thought you would-” Jonathan couldn’t finish his words, his eyes swimming as rage burned inside him.
Maxwell snorted coldly. “Yes, I was close to your father–but you? You’re not even in the same league. If Samuel was still alive, the Chandler family would never let you lead.”
Maxwell looked at Jonathan with a haughty gaze and said, his voice full of contempt, “If the Chandler family wants to work with us, what can you promise to protect our interests? I’m just looking out for my own family.”
Every word was meant to provoke Jonathan. Jonathan thought, ‘Always Samuel! I am the real head of the Chandler family, but I keep hearing his name all the time.
‘Every time someone talks about Samuel and praises him, it feels like a slap in the face. He’s been dead for nearly twenty years, but he still haunts my nightmares—an inescapable shadow over my life. Why do I have to live with that?‘
Jonathan was burning with anger. Maxwell’s lips kept moving, but Jonathan couldn’t hear the words–his vision blurred into double images. Suddenly, a tight feeling gripped his chest.
Jonathan threw up a mouthful of blood and collapsed to the ground, unconscious.
