It was a time of great suffering and eventual escape.
Those were the darkest chapters of her life. She never thought Bertha would find out so quickly.
Struggling to compose herself, Miley stared at Bertha, asking, “What do you want?”
As her smile vanished, Bertha’s voice turned cold. “Neville’s parents trusted me with him. It’s best if you two break up. Leave Seamarsh and never return to him again.”
“Absolutely not!” Miley declared firmly. “I’m not abandoning Neville or Seamarsh. If that’s your only request, I can’t make any promises.”
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Bertha was taken aback by Miley’s resilience. Her expression changed, and she couldn’t resist raising her voice. “If you refuse to leave him, I have plenty of ways to ruin your reputation.”
Miley was stunned. She understood that her dignity meant little to super-rich people like Bertha.
She hadn’t committed any wrongs and had been striving hard to build her life. Was it right for her to face such judgment just because she fell in love with Neville?
Miley was boiling with anger, on the brink of losing her cool with Bertha.
But she understood that getting angry wouldn’t fix anything. Ever since she decided to be with Neville again, she had anticipated situations Like this.
After facing numerous challenges together, she and Neville had become inseparable. Since they had overcome past difficulties, she was determined not to give in this time.
After careful consideration, she declared with determination, “I’m sticking with Neville no matter what. You can try anything, but I’ll stand my ground until the end.”
After that, Miley turned and prepared to leave.
But the moment she turned, the men who had just left reappeared, blocking her path.
Miley met Bertha’s gaze with determination. “Are you forcing me to stay? I understand your family is wealthy, but is Neville aware of your actions?”
A flicker of slyness crossed Bertha’s eyes, but it vanished just as quickly.
Miley noticed the change in expression and pressed on. “You know Neville better than I do. If you keep me here against my will, I can’t guarantee things won’t turn ugly.”
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Bertha studied Miley for a moment before sighing. “Take some time to consider my advice. But don’t be too stubborn.”
With that, she instructed the bodyguards to escort Miley back.
Once they had left, Bertha narrowed her eyes, lost in thought.
Lee, the housekeeper, approached and poured her another cup of hot coffee. “Mrs. Pierce, are you truly letting her go so easily?”
Bertha sighed, her gaze fixed on the departing yacht. “This girl is a handful. Unfortunately, her timing is terrible.”
She adjusted her shawl and continued, “Before my husband passed, I promised him I’d maintain the family business. Pierce Group is in turmoil as it is. We can’t have a woman of a lowly background entering the picture. If this persists, I fear Pierce Group…”
Bertha trailed off with a heavy sigh.