Vivienne, upon hearing the recording, was infuriated. They had the audacity to plot this?
Just moments ago, she received some information on Ethan. He is actually an illegitimate child of the Grant family.
After a moment's reflection, it became clear that these two had set their sights on the Snow family long ago.
While Vivienne, having been vigilant, managed to contain her anger, she sighed, "Your father would be heartbroken if he knew…" Aria and her family were truly ungrateful.
Melanie inquired, "Do you think we should tell him about this?"
Vivienne narrowed her eyes. "Of course, we must tell Leonard." Only by revealing Aria's true colors to Leonard could they can eradicate the source of the trouble.
Melanie nodded in agreement. Mother and daughter were united in purpose. Together, they sat on the bed, awaiting Leonard's return.
Melanie checked the time and sighed silently. It seemed she wouldn't be confessing to Asher today after all. They had to deal with Aria's situation first. It is really troublesome.
About half an hour later, Leonard returned. Complaining about hunger the moment he entered, he turned around to find his daughter and wife staring at him intently.
Leonard jumped in surprise. Mentally, he reviewed his recent actions, wondering if he had done anything wrong. Given their posture, it felt like he was about to be subjected to a scolding session.
"Am I sleeping in the study tonight?" he meekly asked. Another day of humility.
Vivienne activated her phone and called out, "Come here."
Leonard nodded, ambling over slowly. His wife's expression was off, and so was his daughter's.
Everything had been fine when he left for the office in the afternoon; how did everything change so abruptly?
Vivienne instructed, "Sit down first, then listen to this recording. Remember, no shouting or storming out!" Leonard felt a bit lost, sensing that this wasn't good news.
He took the phone, tapped play, and listened. His face paled, disbelief etching into his eyes. "...." After finishing, he replayed it twice more, as if confirming who the speaker was.
Despite the obvious answer, Leonard clung stubbornly to denial. By the fourth listen, he finally put down the phone. There was no explosive outburst, no excessive rage.
Yet, Leonard's eyes reddened with emotion. Melanie and Vivienne exchanged a glance. Though the truth was cruel, Leonard had to accept it.
Vivienne patted Leonard's shoulder soothingly, "Don't be too upset." People often hid their true intentions.
Leonard sighed deeply, struggling with his pain. "Haven't I been good to her?"
Vivienne remained silent. She smiled at Leonard, then her expression hardened. "You have been, but Mr. Snow, is this the time for sentimentality? You should focus on resolving this issue! And if you want to cry, go to the study. Don't bother me here! Melanie, you go to bed."
Melanie nodded and swiftly left. Her mother was always decisive. As for her father... Would he cry? It wasn't worth it!
Treating someone as family only to be betrayed in return! And Leonard wasn't a fool. He wouldn't dwell on it.
As Melanie left, she encountered Asher, who had just returned. After a moment's hesitation, she cautiously descended the stairs and followed him into the guest room.
"You've been busy today?" she asked.
Asher paused, turning a step towards her direction. Melanie's heart skipped a beat. Was he going to kiss her again?
Instantly, her mind turned chaotic.
