Chapter 74: The Authenticity

"Mum, what are you talking about? I will not divorce!" Sophie Mitchell's face was a mix of annoyance and defiance. "Oh, you stubborn girl, why cling to that loser when Mr. Williams is interested in you? What an honor! If you refuse to divorce, then consider yourself no daughter of mine," Leah Mitchell was nearly at her wits' end. "And rightly so, Sophie. I thought you were sensible. What future can you possibly have with that country bumpkin?" Nora Mitchell, who had been silent until now, chimed in unexpectedly. Having returned from Stoneland where her husband held some sway, Nora had always seemed fond of Sophie. However, since Sophie's marriage to Henry Carson, Nora had all but ignored her. "Auntie, please, I won't divorce Henry!" Sophie stood her ground. "Tsk, such foolishness!" Nora scoffed, irritated by Sophie's resolve. "Sophie, Mr. Williams himself told me he's taken with you. Your union would be a boon not just for you or our parents, but for the entire family. For the fam