Chapter 2016

Jaylene was left without words after Darcie confronted her.

Darcie's face lost color as she sighed. "Jaylene, you've always been such a good listener and excelled at everything since you were a child. I worked hard to raise you to be someone independent, not just someone's wife.

"Even though Keegan did develop feelings for you, think about it. If he could leave Stella for you, what's stopping him from leaving you for someone else?"

Darcie clenched her teeth and added, "You have Saun as your last name, but you're not tied by blood to this family. No matter how much your dad and brother love you, their blood ties will always be stronger. You can't rely on the Saun family forever.

"You've got to become strong on your own. When you become a big deal in Caline, no one will dare to underestimate you.

" Don't get worked up every time I mention Stella. She's back with the Saun family, living a good life with Keegan. But notice something? She hasn't slowed down at all, managing The Velvet