Chapter 45

"Remember what you said." Yvette's cold words hung in the air as she turned and strode away without hesitation. Alex's expression grew darker with each passing second, and Yasmin quickly stepped in to soothe him. "Grandpa, don't be angry. You have to mind your health. "Yvie grew up in the countryside and might not have learned proper manners. Please don't hold it against her." However, every word Yasmin said only fueled the fire, making Alex's expression even worse. "Stop defending that wretch! Our family doesn't need someone like her!" Yasmin's lips curved into a subtle, satisfied smile. She was sure that Alex now despised Yvette. That bitch wouldn't have a place in the Murray family anymore. … Jake knelt before Yvette in the Royal Pavilion, trying to cheer her up. "Boss, don't be upset. How about I sneak into Murray Estate later and give that old man some laxatives to help ease your anger?" Yvette remained indifferent, but those who knew her well could tell she wasn't in a