Chapter 407
Chapter 407:
Even Miriam found the explanation hard to believe, let alone Loretta, who had always been suspicious of Tessa.
Loretta’s voice carried sharp skepticism. “Tessa, what’s going on at home? Why can’t you take care of your own child? Tell me the truth, and I’ll make sure Wesley helps you p>
Tessa felt pressure building in her skull. She shot a desperate look at Gabriela, blinking quickly, silently begging for rescue.
Farley stepped in at once. “Loretta, caring for the child was my decision. Tessa’s family situation is complicated, and I don’t mind helping p>
Gabriela nodded firmly. “Mrs. Larson, family matters deserve privacy. Please don’t push Tessa for details p>
Their answers managed to deflect the question for now, but Loretta’s suspicions only deepened. Tessa worked under Wesley’s supervision, yet her child was being raised in Gabriela’s home — a situation that looked pitiful from the outside. Loretta felt certain there was more to it, and she became determined to uncover the truth.
After dinner, Loretta spent the evening whispering with Miriam.
Miriam eventually suggested, “We could quietly visit Tessa’s home and see for ourselves p>
𝖲𝗁𝘢𝗋𝘦 𝘺𝗼𝘂𝘳 𝘁𝗁𝗈𝘶𝗀h𝗍s о𝗇 gа𝗹𝗇𝗈𝘃еlѕ.𝘤𝗼𝘮
Loretta nodded in approval. “Brilliant idea p>
Gabriela had no idea the two older women were planning to investigate Tessa in secret.
Only after she had settled Truett into peaceful sleep did she finally let out a heavy breath.
The past two days had been a storm of chaos, keeping her so busy that she barely had time to feel anything.
Wesley’s cold expression flashed across her mind, and Gabriela quickly shook her head.
She pushed the thought away — there was no point holding on to it.
She had tried to tell Wesley about the child, and he had still cut her out of his life without hesitation.
When Truett grew up and asked about his father, she already knew what she would say: “Your father rejected us. We’ll rely on each other instead p>
She believed her son would understand and would never blame her for not having a father.
Gabriela, who refused to let sadness follow her past midnight, fell asleep quickly after her shower.
She had no idea that the next day, chaos would arrive courtesy of Loretta.
The next day, during a company meeting about plans for the GD Fashion Show — a project that had already run into problem after problem thanks to Marie’s supporters constantly creating obstacles — Gabriela’s phone buzzed with a frantic call from Tessa.
Tessa’s panicked voice came through the speaker. “Gabriela, you need to come to my house right now. Mr. Moss’s grandmother and Miriam are about to start a fight with my mother-in-law p>
Gabriela shot to her feet so fast that her water glass toppled and shattered on the floor.
Even Kaleb stared at her in surprise. “What’s wrong, Gabriela p>
“My house is burning down! I have to go p>
Without another word, she bolted from the room.
The directors, who had only recently begun showing her any cooperation at all, started whispering gleefully about her personal crisis the moment she left. The conference room filled with murmurs while Kaleb frowned and dismissed the meeting.
Gabriela rushed to Tessa’s home, where the living room looked less like a home and more like a battleground.
Loretta stood with her hands planted on her hips, shouting at Tessa’s mother-in-law, Raven.
Raven’s voice dripped with contempt. “Look at you two — broke and pathetic. If you’re here to beg, go do it somewhere else p>
Loretta shot back without hesitation. “Everything that comes out of your mouth is trash. Do everyone a favor and keep it shut p>
Raven’s eyes bulged with fury. “How dare you act like that in my house, you old hag! Get out before I throw you into the street. The police won’t even bother helping you p>
Loretta’s reply was fast and sharp. “Trash in, trash out. That’s you p>