Chapter 318

Riley could not fathom why Edith seemed almost proud of what should have been a disgrace.

"That's the Gibson family's name being dragged through the mud!"

Edith just gave a knowing smile as she thought, 'That's the kind of woman she was.'

Edith beckoned Ryan closer. "I heard from Trevon about the smart chip deal with the government. They haven't given the green light yet?"

Ryan nodded. "That's the situation."

"Give them a call, get someone to polish up the proposal, and have a real sit-down with the government folks."

Ryan got the message.

Edith was not just unfazed by Madeline blowing through cash. She was seizing it as an opportunity, already buzzing with plans to wheel and deal.

Riley was furious as she folded her arms and declared, "Mom. I don't care how you see it. I can't let Trevon marry a woman like that. The minute Trevon gets back, I'm pushing for a divorce."

With that, she stormed out.

Felicia watched Riley leave with a mix of frustration and resignation in her eye