Chapter 236 Think Twice Before Deciding on a Lifetime Commitment

Octavia glared at him fiercely. "How dare you speak that way to me. I'm your aunt!"

Jonathan joined in the confrontation, his voice filled with aggression. "Joe, my mother is only looking out for your best interests. How could you support a stranger?"

"If Chloe’s a stranger, doesn't that mean that your mother is also a stranger?" Joseph retorted calmly, leaving Jonathan momentarily speechless.

Realizing that engaging in further argument would be futile, Octavia took a deep breath and changed the topic. "Enough of this discussion. Since you’ve chosen her despite our concerns, there’s nothing more to be said. You live your own life. However, we’d appreciate knowing some basic information about her."

Joseph maintained a composed smile as he stood by Chloe's side.

Unaffected by the tension, Chloe greeted Octavia respectfully, her voice filled with sweetness. "Nice to meet you, Aunt Tavia."

Octavia found some solace in Chloe's respectful demeanor and her frustration was momentarily su