Chapter 90
Malcolm was not just turning down gifts. He was cutting out all the gift-bearing family and businesses. It was only Celena who had come empty-handed. That was the Stone family’s big break, and they were determined to grab it with both hands.
Suddenly, Liam cut in, “Oh? She’s with the Stone family? Funny, that’s not what you said yesterday!”
Liam’s brow furrowed as he glared icy at them. “What’s this? Now you’re acknowledging her as your daughter again?”
“Liam! Keep your mouth shut; this is our family matter, and it’s none of your business!” Yafe panicked that Liam might spill more.
“Seriously, Liam, who do you think you are? Our family hasn’t even accepted you as the Stone family’s son-in-law! Who gave you the right to boss everyone around?” Walter’s face contorted with ra as he barked. He was desperate to prevent Liam from blurting ou
inappropriate that might jeopardize their chance to partner Max Group.
Luis noticed something was off with the group’s demeanor, an turned to Celena with a grave tone, “Ms. Stone, are these men rea your father and relatives? Are you truly associated with the Stone
Group?”
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His wariness was understandable. Malcolm had made it clear from
the start that the dealings were to be with Celena alone. The sudden appearance of people claiming to be Celena’s father and brother left him at a loss.
Celena, caught off guard by Yafe’s antics, was still dazed. She
stuttered, “I… I…”
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“What! Celena, can’t you recognize your own father? I’ve always put in a good word for you, and here’s your real uncle. Are you telling me you don’t know your own family?” Sawyer looked icy as he scolded her, fearing she might slip up.
Walter looked at Celena with disapproval. “Celena, this isn’t like you! Has your second uncle ever wronged you?”
Sawyer chimed in, egging her on, “Yeah, yeah, Celena, say something, will you?”
Yafe, fighting back his hatred, managed to force a smile more pained than anything. “Celena, don’t you recognize me, your dad?”
A single word from him had Celena’s heart racing. All her life, she had Honged for a loving look or a kind word. However, since the day the
Stones cast her out, no one has helped her out.
Then, there was her father, Yafe, calling her his daughter. Her uncle and her little brother, Sawyer, were finally ready to call her family. It was a dream come true, happening right before her eyes.
However, as tears welled up and she was about to accept joyfu Liam stepped through the crowd and stood by her side.
He looked at her and said, “Celena, are you sure about this? Remember how they’ve treated you all these years. They were nothing but cruel and indifferent. They’re only saying that now because they need you to get into the Max Group and grab the deal!”
Celena knew all that too well. She looked at Liam and Yafe. She
whispered, “I know… but he’s still my dad, my family… Liam, I’ve dreamt of them letting me come home for seven years…”
By then, tears were streaming down Celena’s cheeks.
