Chapter 41 Matthew's Anger

Clara finished speaking, throwing a defiant look. She seemed to be mocking Lillian's earlier pitiful expression. "You're talking nonsense. You two divorced long ago!" Lillian couldn't help yelling, rushing forward to separate them. Before she could reach them, the eager women around intercepted her. "What are you trying to do, young lady? They're clearly a couple. You're the mistress here," one of them accused. "This world's gone upside down if mistresses dare to mock the wife," another added. "She's already struggling, and you're bullying her. Shame on you." The women continued their chatter, some even getting physical. "Matthew, we've known each other for ages. Aren't you going to stop them from bullying me?" Lillian's desperate plea reached both their ears. Matthew instinctively glanced down at the person in his arms, meeting her clear, unaffected gaze. "Mr. Garcia, if you want to leave, I won't stop you," Clara said calmly, her eyes showing no other emotion. It was as