The CEO's Mischievous Little Bride

"Sebastian and Molly are back; you guys should hurry home, there are a lot of police at your place."

After Sebastian and Molly left, a new round of gossip started, "Did you see that? Being married is different, he even opened the car door for her, so considerate."

"I saw Sebastian reaching out his hand, could Molly be pregnant?"

"No way."

"Why not? They live under the same roof every day; maybe, they got married because she was already pregnant."

"Speaking of which, it's strange that Molly isn't the Chase family's biological daughter, yet the Chase family has treated her well for over ten years, even better than a real daughter."

"I heard from someone who attended the wedding that Molly is actually the daughter of the Olteran family, and her brother is the famous Patrick."

"Really, people who went to the wedding said Molly is the Olteran family's lost daughter, found after sixteen years. We used to say Molly was lucky to be with the Chase family, but the Olteran family is even better."

"People who attended their wedding said it was the most grand wedding they've ever seen."

After a while, another person walked by, "What are you guys talking about?"

"Sebastian just brought Molly back, he even opened the door and reached out his hand to help her out, we were all saying Molly might be pregnant."

Ellie picked up Sebastian and Molly, seeing the tiredness on their faces, "Did you travel all night without much sleep?"

Molly wanted to complain to Ellie but couldn't bring herself to say anything, so she just nodded in frustration, while Sebastian smiled deeply.

No one in the courtyard knew how to console them. Normally, this was a private family matter best handled discreetly, but Zoey and Max wouldn't agree.

"Mom, where's Stella?" Molly asked, holding Ellie's hand.

Ellie had now decided to let go of everything, holding Molly's hand, "Sebastian, you and your dad handle things inside, I'll take Molly for a walk around the village."

Molly yawned, and Ellie led her outside, "You're so tired, it's like you haven't slept for days."

Molly yawned again, causing Ellie to yawn as well.

Ellie and Molly looked at each other, neither saying a word.

As Ellie led Molly out, they saw a crowd gathering at the village entrance. Ellie, in a rare moment of leisure, bet with Molly, "You just came back with Sebastian, do you think they'll gossip about you?"

"Of course they will."

Ellie took Molly over to listen to what the group was saying.

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"Ellie, Molly, what brings you here? Is everything resolved at home?"

Ellie chatted with them warmly, "How could it be resolved so quickly? Sebastian just got back. It's their family matter, so Molly and I are just getting some fresh air."

Ellie knew how to talk to different people. With dignitaries, she was poised and natural. With her employees, she was direct and strong-willed. With the villagers, she blended in like a chatty neighbor. In terms of social skills, Molly thought Ellie was the best. "Ellie, what do you think of Stella? She came back to steal money from her parents and even planned to sell the house. What kind of behavior is that?"

Ellie nodded, "Exactly, Max and Zoey were so angry they almost fainted, but what can you do? Our family has helped Stella's family in every way possible."

The villagers nodded in agreement, "You and your husband are really kind. Stella just got divorced and is struggling, everyone in the village sees it. You've supported her for so long, even though you had no obligation to."

Molly's eyes darted among the group, and suddenly she said, "Exactly."

Everyone's attention turned to Molly, who continued, "Stella wanted custody of her child after the divorce, and my parents helped her with the legal fees. She couldn't support the child and ended up staying at our house, claiming it was her home, too. But that house was built by my mom, it's clearly my mom's home.

My mom found her a job, but Stella only wanted easy money. She shamelessly wanted to invest a few thousand dollars in my mom's company to get annual dividends. With that little money, she couldn't even buy a mid-range product from the company. Then she met Miles, and my family helped with everything. We supported her wedding, helped her buy a house, and even gave her startup capital. What other relatives would do that?

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Ellie glanced at Molly, thinking she was criticizing Stella, but Molly was both criticizing Stella and praising Ellie.

At this point, everyone nodded. They already knew what kind of person Stella was, always arrogant in the village because of her connection to Timothy and Ellie. Now, hearing how much Ellie had helped Stella, the contrast was clear. "Ellie, your family has done more than enough. I think Stella's broken finger is karma for her misdeeds."

Molly nodded in agreement.

Then, Molly looked at Ellie and deliberately told the villagers about Stella's actions, "Exactly, Mom. Last year, when you had that major surgery, Stella was waiting for something to happen to you, hoping to get a share of your 'inheritance.' I'll never acknowledge her as my aunt again.noveldrama

When you were young, Stella was jealous of you. When you started your business, she criticized you for being too public. When you made money, she mocked you behind your back. When you faced financial difficulties, she laughed at you. When your company went public, she wanted a share of the profits. When you were sick, she waited for your inheritance. When you recovered, she made you so angry you ended up in the hospital again. Just thinking about it makes me want to... to make her unrecognizable!"

Ellie glared at Molly, knowing what she was about to say.

Some things are better left unsaid in public, even if they are discussed at home. Molly held back and changed her words.

Molly's words increased the villagers' dislike for Stella. "How did your family tolerate her for so long? No one in the village will associate with her now. Stella has gone too far; she has no conscience.

Ellie, you're too kind. Just because your family is doing well doesn't mean you have to help her like this. If it were me, I would have fought with her long ago."