Marina, I dont want to argue with you today, Loraine replied calmly.
Im here as a guest; I was invited.
The Cruz family is a noble clan. Why would they invite a pauper Like you? Marina turned to Florence. Mrs. Cruz, this woman is a liar. I strongly advise you throw her out immediately!
No sooner had Marinas spiteful words left her mouth than someone shouted from the second floor.
No one can throw her out!
Grady rushed downstairs and stood in front of Loraine protectively.
Mom, Loraine is not a liar. She is my guest and my friend!
It was the first time Florence had seen her son act nervously about a woman.
She smiled slightly. It seems theres a misunderstanding. Since shes a friend of Grady, its okay that shes here.
Marina watched with rising anger as her future fiance ignored her and stood next to Loraine, instead.
She thought Loraine was seducing another womans man again. She
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Marina remained unconvinced.
How do you know Loraine? Shes just some divorcee who seduces men. She doesnt deserve to be your friend. Youd better stay away from her!
Frowning, Grady jumped to Loraines defense.
Loraine is a talented and capable woman. Please dont slander her.
Marinas eyes widened in outrage.
You believe her over me? But Im your fiancee!
What fiancee? Grady snapped. I dont know what youre talking about.
Even if there was a marriage being negotiated, I wouldnt agree!
Marina shrank back from his words, embarrassed.
By this point, neither Florence nor Laura could sit still.
In a cold voice, Laura asked, Grady, what do you mean by that? Do you think Marina doesnt deserve you?
Mrs. Bryant, please calm down. Dont take him too seriously, Florence said apologetically and glared at her son.