Chapter 311

"Apologize to Aunt Marian!" Cecilia's sudden arrival startled both Marian and Alston. Especially after seeing Cecilia's demeanor, Marian stood up abruptly from her chair. "Cecilia, there's no need for an apology. I know my own cooking, she was simply speaking the truth!" Cecilia paused. Marian stood to the side, her eyes tinged with panic. Alston let out a cold chuckle. Cecilia, always seeking attention—was she having another one of her whims? Always dragging her daughter into drama every day. Being Cecilia's daughter was truly exhausting! He reached out and pulled Marian gently. His expression was inscrutable. "Marian, since you're so sincere, please don't interrupt her." "Cecilia, our relationship doesn't need to be overstated. Your daughter is my daughter too! Why apologize?" Alston's eyebrow arched at Marian's words. Adopting Marian's daughter—that was Cecilia's goal. She did have some self-awareness; she knew one day he would divorce her! He found Cecilia's behavior rather opportu