Veronica noticed that a bunch of people were at her house and found it odd. She glanced at Ellinor, who was feeding Baber, then at Belinda, who was sitting next to Ellinor, and finally at Chase, who was sitting next to Belinda. She frowned and turned to Belinda, âBelinda, why are you still hanging out with this dude? You should steer clear of him.â
Belinda, who was eating, was mega embarrassed and tongue-tied upon hearing what Veronica said.
But Chase didnât get nled up, instead, he chuckled, âWhatâs the matter, Miss Blanchet? You seem to have a bone to pick with meâ
Veronica, who always called the shots, especially in her own house, shot back, âRight, I donât care for you! Whatâs a guy like you doing in our house? Youâre not welcome here.â
Her blunt attitude made everyone present feel awkward.
Marissa Blanchet frowned at Veronica, âVeronica, you canât be this rude. Heâs Ellinorâs trend, you need to mind your language.â
Veronica was a tad miffed after being scolded by her grandma. She turned to Ellinor, Iâm not blaming you, but I think you should avoid hanging out with guys like him. Donât you think his behavior is off-
putting? Heâs so shameless.â
Ellinor stared at Veronica without uttering a word; her glare was icy While Chaseâs behavior might be questionable, she wouldnât tolerate anyone disrespecting him.
Veronica was taken aback by Ellinorâs glare.
But Veronica was such a character. Once she hated someone, she wouldnât hold back. She glared at Chase again, âGrandma, you may not know that this guy once toyed with Belindaâs feelings. He had no interest in Belinda but led her on. When Ellinor was hospitalized, he took a girl to a hotel and had Belinda deliver contraceptives for him Isnât he a jerk?â
Marissa being old, was shocked by this, âWhat?â
After hearing this, Belinda felt mortified. She left without finishing her meal, âSorry. [m full. I need to go to the restroom Once Belinda left, the atmosphere around the dining table grew even more awkward.
Chase shot Veronica a cold glance before getting up to find Belinda.
The remaining folks all glared at Veronica.
The glares made Veronica feel uncomfortable, but she didnât think she was wrong. She just couldnât stand bad guys. And this guy, Chase, was a jerk. She didnât say anything wrong Ellinor couldnât eat anymore either. She put down her spoon, âIt seems like Miss Blanchet doesnât welcome my friends here. Never mind, you guys carry on. Iâm full?
Ellinor left with Baber, and naturally, Ida wouldnât stay either What was supposed to be a happy meal turned into a total cringe fest.
Marissa frowned at Veronica in disappointment, Veronica, how could you talk about Ellinorâs friend like that?â
Veronica made an innocent face, âI didnât say anything wrong. That guy really is a jerk! He used to bully Belinda. Iâm just trying to stand up for us girls!â
Marissa felt a headache coming on, âBelinda herself doesnât mind, so why are you still complaining?
Look, everyoneâs stopped eating Are you happy now?â
Veronica pouted, âWell, if they donât eat, we willlâ
Marissa huffed, âIf they donât eat, so be it. Ellinor is pregnant, and she barely ate anything before you upset her. If something happens to her, wait till your brother comes back to deal with you!â