Chapter 186

It was the first time Queenie confronted Hanson like this. Although Queenie wasn't as compliant as Joey, she had never dared to challenge Hanson openly. Usually, she would remain silent and avoid any confrontations. Hanson thought she was audacious in reprimanding him after marrying a capable husband. "Queenie, is this the right way to speak to me? Do you think you're special just because you married a powerful man? Did your husband teach you to disrespect your elders?" Hanson's words were directed at Joshua, hinting at him to stay out of family matters. Joshua understood this and recognized Hanson's veiled insult. He smiled lightly as he stepped behind Queenie and placed his hands on her shoulders. Facing Hanson, who was posturing like an authoritative father, he spoke calmly yet firmly, "No matter what, you are Queenie's biological father, so I should be respectful. However, there are some things I feel I must clarify." He glanced down at Queenie, who only reached his chin, and