Chapter 478
Chapter 478:
Bella’s eyes shimmered, hinting at tears.
Elianna’s voice suddenly filled the room, offering unexpected support. “There’s no need for apologies. We all prefer a pleasant start to the day p>
Her tone hardened as her gaze settled on Yelena. “Grandma, Yelena meant no harm. Please, don’t misunderstand,” Bella urged, her voice dripping with fake worry while she inwardly delighted in the turmoil.
Yelena, uninterested in prolonging the exchange, began to walk away.
Elianna’s gaze sharpened as she watched her leave. “Wait a moment,” she called out firmly.
Yelena paused, her gaze drifting toward Elianna. “Is there anything else?” she asked flatly.
Elianna scoffed, pointing sharply at Bella. “Apologize to Bella p>
Before Yelena could utter a word, Bella quickly interjected, “It’s not a big deal. No need to apologize p>
Bella’s words made it seem as though Yelena had really done something wrong—when in reality, she hadn’t.
Yelena shot Bella a cold, piercing look and said, “How generous you are p>
Bella remained silent, her expression innocent, as if she didn’t understand what Yelena was talking about.
Elianna’s frown deepened, her patience wearing thin. “Did you not hear me p>
“Grandma, what did Yelena do that demands an apology?” Cayson stepped forward, his tone sharp, a flash of anger in his eyes.
Elianna faltered, unsure of how to respond. She hadn’t truly witnessed Yelena doing anything wrong. Her judgment had been clouded the moment she saw Bella, who looked on the verge of tears, her innocence playing its part perfectly.
Elianna’s voice trailed off.
gⲁ𝗅𝓝𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝗰0𝗺, 𝓜𝒐𝒓𝑒 novels
Cayson stepped closer, and Bella’s bravado quickly melted away.
“Cayson, Grandma just misunderstood things here, so p>
“If she misunderstood, why didn’t you explain it clearly?” Cayson’s voice was firm, his disappointment evident.
Bella’s eyes filled with tears, her expression one of vulnerability, like a deer caught in headlights. “Yes, it’s all my fault,” she murmured softly.
“Enough!” Elianna snapped, her tone sharp. Bella had explained things to her earlier, yet Elianna still stubbornly insisted Yelena apologize. Bella had always been the dutiful one, standing by her side through thick and thin. Even now, Bella tried to shield her from the storm, and Elianna couldn’t help but feel touched by her loyalty.
“Bella did explain things to me earlier. It was my insistence that Yelena apologize. If you want to blame someone, blame me p>
Elianna admitted, her voice sharp with frustration. “Do you really expect me to apologize to Yelena p>
Cayson remained silent. Even if he wanted to voice his disagreement, it would be disrespectful to do so aloud.
“I wouldn’t mind,” Yelena said suddenly, her voice calm and confident.
Elianna’s gaze lingered on Yelena, a sharp flicker of frustration tightening her expression.
“Morning, Mom.” Callum stepped forward, holding Donna’s hand gently, his presence exuding calm warmth.
When Donna saw Elianna, her expression shifted to one of unease. She instinctively tried to pull her hand away from Callum’s grasp, but he tightened his hold, giving her a reassuring smile.
“Mom, did you hear that Jarvis left already?” Callum smoothly redirected the conversation.