Chapter 625
Chapter 625:
Beverley had long understood that her son held no affection for Lauren, but she had never grasped the depth of the silent struggles he had faced.
Normally composed and calm, Beverley found herself speechless with shock in that moment.
After confessing what had transpired between him and Alanna, Matthew began sharing stories about Gabriela.
โWhen Gabriela was eight, Alanna passed away from cancer, leaving her alone. From childhood, her uncleโs family treated her poorly, yet she never grew resentful. She matured into an exceptional and talented woman, earning a spot at a prestigious university with outstanding grades. With a compassionate and optimistic spirit, she embraces each day with warmth and strength. Mom, Gabriela is my daughter, and Iโve been an absent father for more than two decades. Isnโt it time we made it up to her p>
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Beverley had always felt guilty toward her son.
Back then, she had sacrificed his happiness to save the family business from collapse. She had bartered his marriage for financial gain.
Now, hearing his words, she let out a soft sigh and gently asked, โSo, whatโs your plan? Are you going to bring Gabriela back and share the truth p>
Given Laurenโs bad temper, she would surely cause a commotion. Even if Gabriela joined the Howard family, living under Laurenโs dominance would be utterly miserable.
โGabriela holds a grudge against our family,โ Matthew said, his voice heavy with sorrow and a hint of pleading. โEven if I tell her the truth, she may not be willing to come back. Mom, I only ask that you stop making things hard for her p>
Beverley sighed lightly and nodded. โIโm old now, and I wonโt meddle in your matters anymore p>
Matthew suddenly added, โGabriela has a son. Iโve confirmed with a testโheโs my grandson, your great-grandchild p>
Beverleyโs hand shook. โWhat did you say? I have a great-grandchild p>
โYes. Heโs an adorable, chubby little boy who is already starting to talk,โ Matthew said, his eyes softening with a warm smile as he spoke of Truett.
Beverley was delighted, though not entirely approving. โNot married, and yet she has a child? Thatโs reckless p>
Matthew quickly defended his daughter. โGabriela must have her reasons. Iโll take you to meet her son another day p>
Beverley nodded. โAll right p>
As they spoke, Alberto announced Cindyโs arrival.
Cindy came to vent her grievances. Seeing Matthew there, she hesitated briefly, but her humiliation from earlier that day clouded her judgment.
She embellished the story of her encounter at the jewelry store, painting Gabriela as an arrogant, flashy upstart.
Matthewโs heart ached hearing Cindyโs words, missing her complaintโs intent and fixating only on the fact that Gabrielaโs gift was clearly for someone else, not himโher father.
Noticing Matthewโs crestfallen look, Beverley dismissed Cindy with a cold wave of her hand.
Cindy, misinterpreting Beverleyโs stern expression as disapproval of Gabriela, left smugly, anticipating Gabrielaโs suffering.
Seeing Matthewโs dejection, Beverley sighed. โHow about this? Letโs go see Gabriela today p>
She wondered for whom Gabriela had bought the gift.
Matthew, eager to see his daughter, agreed at once.
When they reached Gabrielaโs home, dinner was just ready. Gabriela emerged from the kitchen with the final dish.