Chapter 45

However, the anger wouldn't dissipate from Evelyn’s heart, feeling like a heavy weight pressing on her chest, causing extreme discomfort. Mrs. Ford Sr. noticed the resentment and bitterness in her eyes and calmly averted her gaze. She approached Haley first, checking for any injuries, before turning back to Evelyn.

"It was James who cheated first. I promised Haley's mother that if James ever betrayed her, the engagement would be immediately nullified. So, whoever Haley chooses to marry is justified."

Haley looked up in surprise, feeling a mix of emotions. It seemed her mother had already devised an exit plan for her. Perhaps it was because she had been deeply hurt by Joe in the past, leading to such caution about her marriage?

Shane stepped forward, standing beside Haley, and addressed Evelyn, "Now that it's widely known that James cheated and many people are privately discussing our family's reputation. Shouldn't you take responsibility for this?"

"Why should I take responsibility