A Replacement Bride

Chapter 280

Chapter 280

"And why can't I? I love Joe, and I'm gonna marry him. Katherine Cornell is not his match!"

"Zip it!" Patricia's patience was running thin. Her voice became stern as she slammed the desk.

"Joaquin is a married man! How could you fall for him and speak such words? Don't forget who you are, Miss Fraser. You should never be a homewrecker. Besides, Katherine saved our family, and you're standing right here, thanks to her! Don't you know how to be grateful? I beg you to stop uttering such disrespectful words about her. Is this how I taught you?"

Cyndi gritted her teeth at being reprimanded by Patricia as she finally showed signs of caving in. Still, the anger in her remained as jealousy filled her. "Even if they're married, they can file a divorce in the future! I don't care if it's Joaquin's second marriage. Mom, you're right. I am Miss Fraser. So, how am I not a match for him? We're supposed to be the perfect match!"

"Enough!" Disappointment flashed across Patricia's gaze as she failed to talk some sense into Cyndi. Her countenance turned somber. "Cyndi Fraser, you better stop right now. Do not be hot-headed or bring this up again. If you dare to disgrace us, don't blame me for the consequences!"

"Mom!" Her strong protest shocked Cyndi. Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

Meanwhile, at the foyer, Joaquin frowned deeply as irritation clouded his eyes. It seemed like he did not want to set foot into the house. Katherine was rather chill about the situation, for smidgens of interest were evident in her eyes.

Cyndi is one malevolent woman, but her mother is rational. She was aware of Patricia's nature on the day Patricia ran out to her just to offer an apology, albeit sick.

Back to the present, Katherine raised her eyebrow and gave Joaquin a sideways glance. Then, she strode to the living room. Leaving with no choice, he followed suit despite his reluctance.

"Greetings, Miss Cornell, Mr. Levisay," the bodyguards greeted them in ones and twos upon noticing the incoming guests.

She nodded lightly in acknowledgment before her indifferent gaze landed on Cyndi.

Her complexion seemed better than when Katherine saw her a few days ago. With the combination of exquisite make-up and a yellow dress, she was a doll, but not to the point of having extraordinary beauty.

Yet, it was undoubtedly a minus point, especially when Cyndi's expression was contorted in menace.

On the other hand, Patricia was surprised and nervous upon Katherine's arrival. She was worried that their conversation was overheard. "Miss Cornell, how long have you been here? Why didn't you tell me beforehand? I could've welcomed you at the door."

Following that, she commanded Lexie. "Hurry and make some tea for Miss Cornell."

"No need for the hassle. I only dropped by for a follow-up visit. I'll leave if everything's fine." Katherine turned down the offer.

"That quick? Are you leaving Kyoland?" Patricia was surprised.

Instead of answering the question, Katherine scanned the living room. "Where's Myles? Is he around?"

Patricia replied hurriedly, "He is. He's in his room getting some rest."

Katherine nodded. "Okay. Let's take this slowly. Come along with me. The others gotta wait."

Having said that, she headed to the study room on the first floor to examine Patricia's condition.

In the meantime, Joaquin sat on the couch in the living room to wait for Katherine, whereas Cyndi's gaze was glued onto him and it ticked his nerves.

In fact, her eyes did not shift away from him the moment he stepped into the house. Her gaze was overflowing with affection.

At that moment, her brows knitted, and her expression was rife with despondence. In a coquettish voice, she initiated a conversation. "Joe, are you returning to Hovington?"

Annoyed, he frowned and gave her a flat hum. His attitude and expression distinctly proved his reluctance to speak to her, but she kept approaching him as though she failed to read the room.

Due to that, his countenance darkened. Before she sat next to him, he turned his head and shot cold stares at her. "Watch your actions, Miss Fraser."

Hatred laced in his icy warning, which landed her in a trance. Since when had the ever-prideful Miss Fraser faced such aversion?

The color drained from Cyndi's face upon hearing that. Embarrassed, she dared not take another step closer to him and remained standing just like that. Still, she found it awkward to neither stand nor sit at that time.

She had been making advances for the past few days, yet Joaquin gave her zero response. It was her first time experiencing such a cold treatment.

Yet, when he came alongside Katherine two days later, the distance between them suddenly widened, and he even spoke to her in such a way!

As her blood boiled, she blamed everything on Katherine. Joe's treating me this way all because of that b*tch!

At the same time, Patricia happened to walk out of the study room. "Cyndi, it's your turn." As if she remembered something, she added, "Don't forget how Miss Cornell has saved you. She's even here for a follow-up. Watch your language, behave, and act properly."

Cyndi clenched her teeth as a cold glint fleeted in her eyes. Ha… Behave?

She entered the room quietly. Katherine, who was sitting behind the desk, beckoned her over. "Have a seat." The silent Cyndi stared at her while seating herself opposite her. Katherine requested, "Your hand."

Cyndi did as she was told. When the check-up ended, she withdrew her hand and stayed put. Subsequently, her squeaky voice resounded abruptly. "Katherine Cornell, do you think you're someone great just because you have an inkling of medical skill? Even so, you'll always be the one serving others, not someone of prominence. Don't make me bring up your hometown, Hovington. The Cornell Family has fallen, and no one is your backer! So, how dare someone like you strikes against me?!"

Katherine was not surprised one bit upon hearing that. Instead of springing up in anger, she burst into a soft chuckle.

Cyndi frowned and barked, "What's so funny here?"

"Nothing." Katherine regained her composure. "I just didn't expect you to be this jumpy. Seems like you've paid no heed to your mother's advice."

Cyndi was stunned at her counter. "You overheard us?" She gritted her teeth as if she was going to upend the whole place. "Great. It's better that you know. It saves me time from explaining the whole thing again. File a divorce from Joe, and I'll give you anything you want. Just name it."