Chapter 236

Selene mocked Jade directly even in front of Kennedy. Her disdain for Jade was evident in both her words and demeanor.

Seeing her becoming more unreasonable, Kennedy cleared his throat. "Selene, Jade is engaged to Caelan. She will be Mrs. Fitzgerald sooner or later. There's nothing wrong with her calling you Aunt Selene."

Selene forced a smile, but her eyes didn't reflect the warmth. "Dad, I was just making a few remarks. Why are you lecturing me in front of a guest?"

Kennedy gave her a stern look and snorted but didn't say anything more, saving her pride.

In the past, Jade would have felt utterly embarrassed. A rebirth later, though, she had seen through many things.

Even if Selene embarrassed or scolded her to her face, she wouldn't take it to heart because she knew that Caelan was the most important person to her.

"Let's all sit," Kennedy declared.

Jade and Caelan sat together on the sofa.

Jade smiled, unaffected by Selene's attitude. "Grandpa, it's been a while since we las