Chapter 75: In the early morning at the Stevens villa, the family's private doctor had been in a deep sleep when Colton pulled him out of bed to check on Melany.
After a thorough examination, the doctor finally put down the stethoscope.
Mr.
Stevens, Miss Johnson is fine.
He's just inhaled some water and will wake up after getting some rest.
That's a relief, Colton sighed, his tense body relaxing as he sank into a chair, exhaustion taking over.
A lot had happened today and his thoughts were racing, desperate for a moment to catch up.
He gently wrapped the blanket around Melany before going out into the garden to get some air.
However, just as he crossed the threshold, Lindy appeared with a glass of wine in her hand, blocking his way.
What's going on here? Melany just got back and she's already made a fuss in the middle of the night, Lindy commented, her expression warm.
and maternal.
Only Colton, who had known her for years, could detect the simmering anger beneath her calm facade.
She hasn't even left and she's already turned our family upside down.
When Allison was around, she was obedient and never created this kind of chaos.
Mom! Colton yelled, clearly upset.
And why are you yelling at me? You've already lost the deal with the Everett Group; What more can you bear? Lindy's voice became sharp as ice.
I have found out everything today.
Melany is not supposed to be a genius in the world of fragrances.
However, she couldn't handle something so simple.
He even had the nerve to jump into a river.
Colton's frustration boiled over.
Lindy's words seemed like salt on an open wound.
So what if we lose the sponsorship of the Everett Group.
I'm working hard to expand our market abroad, he replied quietly.
Mom, don't worry.
I can handle it myself…A slap! Before Colton could finish, his face was whipped to the side by a ferocious blow.
He clutched his sore cheek, disbelief clouding his features.
Lindy's eyes were cold and unyielding.
How have I raised such a useless son? Your father's lover already had a son.
Over the years, your father has secretly funneled millions to that woman behind my back, and I have had to turn a blind eye! His disappointment was a heavy shroud.
So hurry up and secure the support of the Everett Group.
Prove that you are the rightful heir of the Stevens family.
Mom, how can you say that.
Colton slowly raised his head, wiping the blood from his mouth with his finger.
His eyes shone coldly.
If you really cared, you'd see that I'm doing everything I can to fix this.
I'm not the man you think I am.
Father, why haven't you cut ties with the other men in your life Or why don't you get divorced Why you're better His voice dripped with bitter sarcasm.
A slap! Another hard slap landed on her face.
And you dare to speak to me like that.
I have sacrificed everything for you, I have raised you in the hope that one day you would take the reins of this family.
Lindy, although seething, softened slightly as she observed the coldness.
in Colton's eyes.
You don't see my struggles.
Everything I have done has been for your good.
Your grandfather disliked him and your father leads a lavish lifestyle.
What could I do? I have to trust you.
She wrapped her arms around Colton, sobbing, as if every burden she carried was for his own good.
If it weren't for you, I would have to go through this humiliation.
That woman even came to parade herself in front of me.
.
Why don't I confront your father? It's to make your trip easier.
That's why I had to swallow my pride! Colton, you have to understand my pain.
Hearing his words, Colton felt his resolve falter and his expression soften.
Realizing the effect his words were having, Lindy reached out and adjusted his tie with a gentle touch.
Always I liked Allison.
If it wasn't like that, he wouldn't have treated her like family.
You were married once and I can see how he looks at you: he still has feelings for you.
Believe me, I know about these things.
He caressed Colton's face tenderly.
So, Colton, go see her again.
Ask Allison to resign from the Everett Group position.
Whatever she wants, no matter what it takes, we will make it happen.
Colton remembered the humiliation he had faced today, but the weight of Lindy's pained expression weighed on him.
Frowning, he finally said, I'll do it.
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