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Chapter 297 Counter Schemes

Author: BELLA
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-11 14:09:00

"Well, as long as you understand," Flora sighed, "regardless of whether Odelia marries into the Halsey family, for your future’s sake, you can’t have a fierce daughter-in-law."

Nydia sighed deeply, resonating with Flora’s words. "Flora, you’re absolutely right. But my son won’t listen to us. It’s as if he’s bewitched. Who knows what spell that vixen has cast on him."

"You can’t let the younger generation do whatever they want. You are the parents, after all."

They chatted as they walked toward Odelia’s hospital room. Upon entering, Flora immediately saw Odelia’s conspicuous bandage and rushed over.

"My poor Odelia, what happened? Why did you do this to yourself?"

Odelia, looking pale but spirited, saw Flora and Nydia enter and quickly tried to sit up. "Aunt, Auntie, you’re here..."

"We’re family, lie down. Is your head still dizzy?" Nydia’s voice was incredibly gentle, which would astonish Lambert and others if they were present.

Odelia forced a weak smile. "I’m fine now. Thank you fo
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