Chapter 13 She Hid It Well PART 1

Benedict's voice was as sharp as ice, instantly freezing the air in the living room, and a wave of suppressed anger spread unchecked. Eleanor had initially wanted to find a reason to scold Cordelia, but now she was pale and trembling with fear. Everyone in the city knew the Radcliffe family's status. Eleanor was ruthless in his actions, and his authority carried weight. Smiling, Eleanor tried to defuse the tension. "Since it's Mr. Radcliffe's suggestion, of course, there's no problem. You're so busy, yet you took the time to choose gifts for us. That's really thoughtful." Cordelia, for the first time, saw Eleanor in a humiliating situation. Indeed, even villains have their adversaries! "Let's go inside." Cordelia smiled and walked inside, her arm linked with Benedict's. What was she so happy about? Sometimes Benedict couldn't figure out what this woman was thinking. Was it because he confronted Eleanor? After sitting down, the servant brought coffee, and the family gathered tog