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Chapter 1293

Author: Chweety
As Grant escorted Kelly out of the venue, his expression was cold and unreadable. Kelly, however, could sense his anger. He was furious at her for publicly exposing the Anderson family's affairs.

Once inside the car, Kelly sat stiffly. Her heart trembled when she caught a glimpse of his frosty glare. "I…"

"Do you even know what you're doing?" Grant suddenly raised his head, his icy eyes boring into her.

His gaze held no warmth, and Kelly's fleeting courage dissipated instantly. She forced a bitter smile. "What does it matter to you what I do?"

"I'm your brother. Tell me, does it have nothing to do with me?" Grant shot her a frigid look. "I kept wondering why you refused to return, and now, I understand. It's because of her. What? Twenty years ago, she abandoned you, and now, you still want to go back to her?"

"I don't!" Kelly's eyes reddened with fury. "A woman like her? She's not worthy!"

"Then explain to me what you're doing right now."

"Why does a hypocritical and shameless w
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