Chapter 584
Chapter 584:
“That’s right. The new girl comes from a good family p>
“And she’s quite pretty p>
One woman smiled, though the look in her eyes carried unmistakable satisfaction. “It seems a little inappropriate for you to remain so close to your former daughter-in-law p>
Irene could not help rolling her eyes. She was utterly sick of people who lived for gossip.
“At first, I thought the two of you were different from those cheap, idle women. Now it turns out you are exactly the same. You’re not worthy of knowing my daughter-in-law!” What ridiculous talk was this? Only what she acknowledged mattered.
𝖸𝗈𝘂𝗋 𝗱ai𝗅𝘺 𝖽o𝗌e 𝗈f 𝗇ov𝗲𝗅𝘴 оn ѕ.с𝗼𝗺
Irene drew in a steadying breath. “Kailey, we’re leaving p>
Behind them, the two women rolled their eyes. “Who do they think they are? Did we lie? Her son got married not long ago and now he’s getting engaged to someone new. Horrible p>
“Exactly p>
“And that so-called daughter-in-law doesn’t look like anything decent either p>
Irene could endure insults directed at herself, but those words crossed a line. Her face darkened, and she turned as if to march back and give them a piece of her mind.
“Just ignore them.” Kailey caught her arm and shook her head. “There’s no need to stoop to their level p>
Still seething, Irene retorted, “They’re talking about you. I’ve never said a single bad thing about you. Who do they think they are? It’s none of their business p>
Warmth spread through Kailey’s chest — fierce and comforting, like a quiet fire. She looped her arm through Irene’s. “Exactly. You’re the one who treats me best p>
Irene’s expression softened with sorrow. “Kailey p>
“Yes?” Kailey turned.
“Kyson wronged you, but don’t take it out on me. I’ll help you teach him a lesson. But you’re not allowed to push me away.” By the end, it sounded less like a complaint and more like a stubborn plea.
Kailey smiled. “Don’t worry. I won’t. You’re like a mother to me p>
Irene grabbed her hand, wishing quietly that she had such a sweet daughter. “Are you busy these days? I don’t really have friends here in Aslesall. Why don’t you spend some time with me for the next few days p>
Kailey hesitated. Irene was not here only for her. With Kyson’s engagement approaching, as his mother she had obligations. There were only eight days left.
Kailey smiled. “Alright. Tell me where you’d like to go. I’ll plan everything once I get back, and we’ll enjoy ourselves p>
Irene finally relaxed, a smile breaking through. “Those two ruined the mood earlier. Come on — let’s get you something good to eat p>
That afternoon, Kailey was dragged through nearly every major shopping mall in the area. Irene bought her piles of things, whether Kailey needed them or not. If not for the bodyguards, carrying everything back would have been impossible.
Just before parting, Irene suddenly remembered something. “Did you change your phone number? I couldn’t reach you p>
Kailey paused, then glanced toward Shawn.
Shawn understood immediately. He stepped forward and handed over his phone.