Chapter 11
As usual, Selena played the good guy, grabbing Eliza’s hand. “Don’t say that. Hailey didn’t mean it.”
“What’s going on?” Aiden asked with a serious face.
Eliza sneered, glancing at Hailey before saying. “If it weren’t for Hailey spreading rumors, how could they say Mom’s a homewrecker?”
Then, with a sarcastic tone, she turned to Owen. “Owen, don’t be fooled. Hailey’s no good girl. She just got back to the Dalton family and already took Selena’s room, used her tricks to charm you, and now she’s spreading rumors, making everyone’s life miserable. She’s nothing but a manipulative witch”
Hailey almost laughed out loud upon hearing this.
She couldn’t tell if Eliza was pretending or just clueless to challenge Owen’s authority.
After all, she was now Owen’s public girlfriend, yet here Eliza was, calling his girlfriend names right in front of him. Men cared about their pride, especially someone like Owen.
As soon as Eliza finished, the atmosphere around Owen turned icy. His sexy eyes seemed to contain shards of ice, sending chills down everyone’s spine. Finally, his cold gaze landed on Eliza.
Eliza’s words got stuck in her throat. She felt like someone had grabbed her neck, making it hard to breathe.
She had never been looked at directly by Owen before. This was the first time.
But instead of the sweet excitement she imagined, she felt like the man in front of her was from hell
His unfathomable eyes were icy cold, making Eliza feel like she was about to be killed
“Hailey is my girl. No matter how bad she is, it’s not for you to judge,” came his cold, deep voice, reaching everyone in the Dalton Lammily.
Selena’s heart skipped a beat, her face turning pale. She never expected Owen to care so much about Hailey.
“Owen “Selena swayed, her eyes filled with sorrow as she looked at Owen
But Owen never even glanced at her, instead turning around and holding Hailey’s hand.
He glanced back at Aiden, his tone distant and cold. Since the Dalton family can’t accept Hailey, Ill take her with me
“That’s not right,” Isaac cut in. He had been standing there for who knew how long, yet no one had noticed him.
He spoke gently, looking at Owen. “Since Uncle’s family doesn’t like Hailey, why not come stay with us instead?”
He pushed his glasses up, smiling. “My parents have always wanted a daughter. Hailey’s so sweet a girl. They’ll definitely love
her,
“No!” Aiden refused directly.
Instantly, everyone turned to look at him.
daughter.
Aiden rubbed his hands awkwardly, his tone gentle, playing the loving father as he looked at Hadley. “Hailey is my daugh How could she stay at someone else’s house! Besides, we never disliked her. It’s all just misunderstandings”
“Dad” Selena called out indignantly
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Isaac also added at this time. “Hailey, if you don’t want to go back you can come to my place. My parents would definitely welcorne you”
Hailey looked at everyone in front of her, her eyes Bashing with sarcasm
In her past life, they never did this
She slowly stood up, giving Isaac a grateful look. “Thanks for your kindness, Isaac
Then she turned to Aiden, speaking calmly “I can go back, but I have a condition”
“Go ahead,” Aiden replied.
I won’t marry Christopher Blackwell Ill marry who I want.” Hailey said, her tone firm.
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Chapter 11
After all, the Blackwell family had been on a roll over the past two years, and it was not impossible that in another two years, they might surpass the Dalton family and secure a spot among the top four elite families.
Thus, Isabel held her ground firmly.
“Isabel, watch your words,” Aiden frowned.
“Watch what? You broke your promise first. You have no shame, and I can’t even talk about it?” Sharp–tongued by nature, Isabel had no regard for decorum.
Rose quickly put on a smile, grabbing Isabel’s hand and whispering something in her ear.
After that, Isabel’s gaze landed on Eliza.
Eliza felt a sudden chill, a bad premonition creeping up.
The two ladies must’ve said something fishy because the tense atmosphere eased up, and Isabel even forced a smile.
Hailey narrowed her eyes slightly.
In her past life, she was supposed to marry into the Blackwell family, but then Selena found she still had some use, marrying Eliza off to the Blackwell family instead.
Though the process was different this time, the outcome turned out the same.
“Of course, you decide your marriage. I promise not to interfere,” Aiden agreed with a smile.
Upon hearing that, Hailey raised an eyebrow, staying silent.
With that, the drama ended, and the banquet drew to a close under everyone’s chatter.
AD
