Chapter 780

Chapter 780

Eugene did not respond, but Cedric’s expression darkened immediately after Evelyn’s figure disappeared from the inn’s entrance. He stared at Eugene intently for a moment, his face clouding with a foreboding storm.

“Eugene.” Cedric’s voice was stern, carrying the weight of his long–held authority. It was imposing.

“I’ve warned you before to sever ties with Melanie completely. Since you decided not to listen to me, don’t blame me for taking matters into my own hands!”

Eugene was slightly taller than Cedric. When he heard what the man said, coldness flickered in his eyes. Matching his tone with the hardness of Cedric’s own, he replied, “You’ve been acting recklessly enough on your own. It’s time to rein it in.”

This statement ignited Cedric’s anger. He exerted his dominance, asking back, “What did you say?

Eugene merely responded by turning away and leaving, leaving the old couple behind.

Stella’s expression soured. Although Evelyn had not explicitly stated it, Stella could tell she was probably concerned about Eugene’s immediate display of protection for Melanie during the earthquake.

Her gaze darkened considerably. Her intended daughter–in–law could only be Evelyn.

She… She could not think of anyone who could help her.

As for the baby inside Melanie’s belly…

She looked up and inadvertently met Cedric’s gaze. She could sense that they had the same intention. Stella quickly concealed her thoughts before sneering and taunting, “Why do you look so angry? Isn’t he just following your lead now?,

“Wasn’t Alison the one who charmed you away back then that you even abandoned your wife and

child?”

Cedric’s expression grew even darker, and his gaze on Stella was like a poisoned dagger. “If you don’t have anything good to say, then just shut up!”

It had begun drizzling in Prime City after the earthquake.

When Evelyn returned home by taxi, it was already evening. Before she even entered the house, heard ambiguous–sounding voices coming from inside.

Evelyn paused for a moment before pushing the door open. She saw her mother, who had always considered herself a strong woman since her divorce, being intimate with a man.

“What are you two doing?” Evelyn’s eyes widened in shock.

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Startled by Evelyn’s voice, Howard quickly sat up. He looked at Evelyn nervously and rubbed his hands as he greeted her, “Y–You must be Evie, right? I’m a good friend of your mother’s. I’m Howard Smith. You can call me Mr. Howard.”

Seeing that Evelyn seemed nervous, Howard pulled at his sleeve after rubbing his hands and continued, “By the way, your mother mentioned to me before that you know my daughter. When shall we have a meal together?”

“Your daughter?” Evelyn’s temper flared slightly. She could not accept seeing her mother being intimate with a strange man in their home.

Before she could explode again, however, Howard’s words caught her attention. “My daughter’s name is Melanie. You should know her.”

Howard spoke cautiously. He was visibly nervous but also hopeful. Evelyn could not help but furrow her brows in thought.

She had not heard anything about Melanie’s father when she inquired about her and Eugene previously. Instead, she had heard a lot about Melanie’s mother.

She glanced at Howard, not missing the cunning look in his eyes.

After a moment of contemplation, Evelyn looked at Peyton, who was calmly adjusting her clothes.

Peyton asked calmly, “Didn’t you say you were going to accompany Stella to Crane Mountain for two days? Why did you come back today?”