The Darling of the Paranoid Tycoon by Cheryl Rice -
Chapter 68
Chapter 68 The Battle of Words
Nora believed that if she kept mentioning to Delbert that Harriet liked Vernon, Delbert would ultimately be disgusted by Harriet’s fickle.
nature.
Harriet pouted and made a face as if she was about to cry. She clung to Delbert, seeking solace in his arms.
“Nora is lying. I’ve never said that to Vernon. Believe me, okay?”
Her coquettish demeanor was undeniably captivating.
Delbert’s deep eyes flashed with fiery desire.
“I believe you.”
With just three words, he made his position and attitude clear.
“Nora, did you hear that? Delbert believes in me. Don’t think you can break us up,” Harriet declared, proudly looking at Nora.
Nora was pissed off.
“Harriet, how could you think so poorly of me? I’m just telling the
Nora appeared aggrieved, pinching her thigh hard to force out tea Her acting skills were top-notch.
Nora’s words insinuated that Harriet was a schemer who held ill intentions toward her.
As she wiped her tears pitifully, she winked at Bessie.
To reconcile with her daughter, Bessie didn’t hesitate to accuse Harriet.
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“That’s right. How could you say such things about Nora? She takes your words to heart because she cares about you. Clifton, don’t you agree?”
Clifton gave her a piercing look and cursed her for dragging him into the conflict.
Everyone could see how much Delbert cared about Harriet, so it was easier to just agree with whatever Harriet said.
‘Why bother arguing with a fool?’ he groaned inwardly.
Intervening amid the chaos, Clifton stated, “That’s enough. We’re a family. Isn’t it better for us to sit together and enjoy our meal instead?
Clifton observed Delbert’s expression, acting according to his attitude.
However, Harriet was no longer oblivious to the situation.
Nora wanted to play the innocent victim with her, and she was up for the challenge.
“Vernon, tell everyone. Did I say those things to you?”
Harriet shot a glare at Vernon, demanding nothing less than the truth.
The topic, like a ticking time bomb, was suddenly handed over Vernon. His face froze, and he hesitated.
“Well… I can’t remember. How about we discuss something else guys shouldn’t argue about this. It’s not worth it.”
Vernon awkwardly smiled, avoiding a direct answer. Instead, he played the role of a peacemaker.
He would not offend anyone.
Unfortunately, Harriet wouldn’t compromise as she had in her
previous life. She wouldn’t allow herself to be bullied by these people
uyum.
After all, it was Nora who had provoked her first.
She would not relent until Nora bowed and apologized.
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