Chapter 583

It was odd for Carmela to show up at Zephyr Manor unannounced.

Before Laurel could overthink it, Carmela strutted into the foyer, her butler carrying a mountain of expensive gifts. Spotting the Wilkinson women in the parlor, Carmela's face broke into a radiant smile.

"Mrs. Wilkinson, Miss Wilkinson, please forgive the intrusion," Carmela said smoothly, perfectly playing the part of a high-society matron. "I have some wonderful news and wanted to see what you two thought."

She knew Laurel was the real decision-maker in the family now. But Carmela was confident they wouldn't refuse. Marcia Carson already had one child out of wedlock and was now carrying Frank's baby. Marrying back into the Atwaters was her best option.

Suzanne's expression remained cool. "What news?"

"Frank is single, and he has quite a history with Vera," Carmela beamed, acting cautious despite her inner certainty. "I was thinking, perhaps we could bring the two together?"

Suzanne frowned. Just as she opened her mouth, Laurel drawled, "Sounds wonderful. As long as she agrees, I have no objections."

Suzanne shot Laurel a bewildered look. Did she not hear Carmela specifically mention Vera? Elissa had just cut ties with that awful family.

As Suzanne's confusion deepened, Laurel offered a meaningful smile. "I've heard quite a bit about the deep connection between Frank and Marcia."

Carmela sensed a hint of mockery, but brushed it off. Why would Laurel mock her own sister?

Suzanne finally understood Laurel's game: she was using this to avenge Elissa. Suzanne fully supported it and stayed silent. Regardless of the DNA results, Suzanne wanted to teach this family a lesson for bullying a young girl and welcoming a mistress into their home. It was time Carmela tasted her own bitter medicine.

Marcia had just woken up. Hearing Carmela's voice, she hurried downstairs. "Mom, Laurel."

Seeing Carmela, she hesitated, offering a polite smile.

Carmela immediately grabbed Marcia's wrist affectionately. "Your sister your consent. Since you're here, I have to ask... Are you willing to join the Atwater family?"

Just said this require to

Marcia's heart leaped. This was her only way out. Otherwise, when her other suitor came knocking, her scandalous.pregnancy would be exposed tini her completely..

Even the title of the Wilkinson

family's fifth daughter wouldn't save her from the disgrace.

She glanced at Laurel, then nodded with feigned shyness. "I... I am."