Silvia shook her head. âI picked up the diamond wristlet right after work. Then, I came here straight away. Mr. Remus might be working overtime.â
When Abalene heard this, disappointment filled her eyes. She initially thought that Neilâs accident would bring them together. They had been living in the same house after all. But it looked like things were still the same as before.
âHeâs working overtime even on my birthday. You need to give him an earful when he gets here later!â
Silvia smiled and played along. âSure!â
When Ada saw how nicely Silvia was being treated, she felt jealous and angry. Abalene always regarded her with extreme indifference.
Abalene had basically raised Neil, so he would only listen to her. Otherwise, Ada would not try her best to please this old witch!
âAda... Ada... why did you become quiet all of a sudden?â
Melanieâs voice snapped Ada out of her daze, and she immediately looked at her.
âIâm sorry, Aunt Melanie. I got a little distracted just now. Maybe Iâve been a bit tired recently.â
âYouâve been helping me with Madam Remusâs birthday party, so you must be really tired. How great it would be if Silvia was as understanding as you.â
Ada subconsciously clenched her fists. She did not want to be understanding at all.
However, if she had not appeared obedient, she might not have gotten so far.
Ada smiled bashfully and said, âAunt Melanie, Iâm glad that I could help you. I enjoy my time with you, and I always learn so many things.â
Melanie nodded. âDonât worry. Iâve seen all your hard work. Youâre the only one Iâll acknowledge as my daughter-in-law!â
Ada pretended to be shocked. âAunt Melanie, please donât say that. Silviaâs married to Neil. I wouldnât dare to have such thoughts.â
Melanie held her hand and whispered, âIâll help you.â
She whispered something else, and Adaâs face instantly turned red.
Silvia walked around the banquet hall and headed to the backyard when she got bored. She planned to be alone in the courtyard for a while.
Just as she approached the backyard entrance, she heard some people talking.
âMadam Remusâs birthday party is really lively. Unfortunately, Mr. Remus isnât here. Heâs not afraid to come because of his disability, is he?â
âI think heâs afraid of being laughed at. After all, he used to be a prideful man. Heâs paralyzed, and heâll never get to stand up again. I guess he wonât be president of Remus Corporation for long.â
âIf I were him, I might not be able to take it either. Iâd rather kill myself than spend the rest of my life paralyzed!â
Silvia frowned. She just walked into the backyard and coldly said, âWhy donât you say that to his face? Why are you hiding here and talking about him?â
A few rich ladies from Ryoln City were sitting in the pavilion. They had just returned abroad, so Silvia was not close with them.
They did not expect anyone to come to the backyard either. They were shocked at first, but they immediately recognized Silvia. Soon, their eyes were full of contempt and mockery.
âLook who it is! Itâs you, Miss Pond. Weâre just telling the truth. Did we say anything wrong?â
Silvia sneered. âEven if Neil canât stand up again, itâs not your place to gossip here!â
âHow dare you!â
One of the women came from a family that collaborated with Pond Corporation. She suddenly stood up and scornfully said, âSilvia, youâd better pretend as if you didnât hear anything. Otherwise, Iâll ask my father to end his collaboration with your familyâs company!â
Silviaâs eyes were cold. Just as she was about to speak, an unfriendly voice rang out behind her.
âHow arrogant of you, Miss Walker. Since the Walker Familyâs so capable, I guess they donât have to collaborate with Remus Corporation either. I almost forgot that the Crawson Family and Zeller Family still exist.â
When Neil suddenly appeared behind Silvia, their faces turned pale from shock.
If their families found out that they offended Neil and cost them their business, their families would definitely break their legs.
âM-Mr. Remus... we didnât say those things on purpose... Weâre sorry.â
âMr. Remus, please forgive us this time... We promise we wonât spout such nonsense again...â
âSor-Sorry... Mr. Remus...â
Mr. Remus, Your Billionaire Wife Wants a Divorce ï¤Chapter 147 Watch Out, CEO Daddy!
ï¤Chapter 20 The Ugly Lady Strikes Back ï¤Chapter 2514