Chapter 119
“Bella’s got a point, doesn’t she? I mean, what’s the big deal about not being blood–related? It’s not like Bella, with four brothers doting on her.”
“So, is Miranda President Lancaster’s biological daughter or just adopted?”
“No clue, but their bond seems strong. I mean, Hannah used to be the epitome of grace, and now look at her.”
“Adopted or not, she’s still got inheritance rights, right? I mean, President Lancaster doesn’t have kids, and Miranda’s the only daughter. She’s the true Ms. Lancaster.”
“Honestly, why do you care if she’s biological or not? You talk too much. Sometimes I wonder if you were adopted.”
Lysander’s face went sour as he shot Arabella a warning look. He gazed at his foster sister whose features took a resemblance to them by doing cosmetic surgery. It was a reminder of her own roots – she wasn’t their biological sister either. So what was she going on about?
Meanwhile, after Miranda answered the host’s questions, the host moved on to engage the other guests – Sebastian and the director – before turning his attention to the Shadow Reapers.
The captain of the Shadow Reapers, with a gentle smile, stated, “My team has worked hard. I believe we’ll do well. But win or lose, we’ve all given it our best shot. Everything happens for a reason.”
Miranda arched an eyebrow. Rumor had it that the club behind the Shadow Reapers was on the brink of bankruptcy. Should she suggest to Marion that they buy it out?
The contrasting situations of the two teams sparked a heated debate online. One team had a member who seemed to coast along, relying gloatingly on connections, while the other team was dedicated and meticulous, each member pulling their weight. No one was a quiet quitter, and there were merely passionate and fervent.
Naturally, this clash of values stirred up quite a storm.
The show’s producers seized the moment, launching a discussion on whether to give up or strive harder when faced with what people weren’t adept at, igniting lively conversations.
As the teams geared up for their competitions, the Hawke brothers remained silent, processing Miranda’s earlier remarks. Their faces looked like someone who’d made a complete misinterpretation would have, a picture of indignation and awkwardness.
And there was Arabella’s careless comment about being “not even real siblings“.
Dorian gripped the armrest of his chair, letting out a cold laugh. “Caius counts as her brother, then what are
we?”
Alistair’s brows furrowed, his voice icy. “Just because the Lancaster family has influence, she thinks we’re beneath her?”
Orion couldn’t hold back his inner fury. “Ungrateful thing! If we hadn’t taken her in back then, she’d have been sold by the Zades. We only asked her to take the fall for two years. We promised to make it up for her and arrange everything afterward.”
His words trailed off, leaving Dorian and Alistair silent as well.
Finally, Dorian spoke in a measured tone, “Let’s not bring this up again.”
Orion opened his mouth to protest but relented. “I
