Chapter 175 This Is Your Home

Misty seethed with envy at Matthew's sudden change in behavior. As a traditionally patriarchal man, he had never lifted a finger to help with household chores, let alone picking up a fallen item from the floor.

But now, he was serving Hannah soup and even reminding her to eat. What had Hannah done to deserve the special treatment?

Gripped by jealousy, Misty realized the importance of status and power for the first time in her life. Family and relationships were fickle. Only by reaching the pinnacle of status and influence, she could make others defer to her.

One day, she vowed to make Hannah defer to her.

A heavy silence fell upon the dinner table, making Hannah feel somewhat uneasy.

Matthew maintained an inscrutable expression as he solemnly ate his dinner. It appeared as though he had invited Hannah over for a simple meal, but how could that be?

She placed her utensils on the table and said, "I'm done."

After a brief pause, she continued, "What's the matter today? Get straig