I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 436 Chapter 436 +25 BONUS Kate wondered why that kind of tenderness from George was only reserved for Rhea . George had never been the type to notice the small details . His life should have been all about career , power , and success . How could he possibly get so entangled in matters of the heart ? " Mrs. Snider , I'll join them , " Kate said . Cynthia rose . " Go ahead . I'll go upstairs and rest . " She hadn't entertained Rhea that day . She was sure that by tomorrow , Ruby would probably hear about this .

Ever doting , she figured that Ruby would probably disapprove of this marriage . Now , Cynthia no longer feared offending the Ravelle family . " Hi , Kate . " When Kate approached , no one spoke . Only Rhea greeted her . Kate sat across from Rhea and gently remarked , " I remember you didn't like shrimp before . " Rhea rested her chin on her hand and tilted her head slightly as she looked at George . " It depends on who peels it for me . " George's eyelids twitched as he glanced at her . His calm voice carried a hint of indulgence . " Should I peel it for you forever ?

" Rhea's smile was sweet as she replied , " I'd be delighted . " She was deliberately flaunting her relationship , and Kate could tell . However , she didn't feel angry . Instead , she felt a twinge of pity for Rhea . Was love really about showing it off ? If George truly loved her , he would naturally be attentive in every small way . Suddenly , he offered Rhea a piece of fish . " Have a little more , " " I've eaten plenty already . " Rhea refused . " You've only taken two bites . " He had been keeping a careful watch . Rhea blinked in surprise at his words . He lowered his voice .

" If you're planning for a child later , shouldn't you start nourishing yourself properly now ? " Even though he intentionally spoke softly , Kate heard every single word . Everyone else did too . 1/3 Chapter 436 +25 BONUS Valerie exclaimed , " You're planning for a child ? I have some recipes . I'll send them to you ! " Liora cupped Rhea's face . " Rhea , your child with George will absolutely be gorgeous ! Just thinking about it makes me jealous . " " You should have one yourself first , " Evelyn said . " I'm not in a rush .

I'll wait for Valerie to have a son , then I'll have a daughter , and we'll arrange for them to get married , " Liora said . Valerie rolled her eyes . " Seriously ? An arranged marriage ? What era are you in ? " Elena glanced at Kate . " Ms. Pearson , didn't your parents ever sign you up for etiquette classes as a child ? " Kate snapped out of her daze . " What ? " " There's a module called expression management , " Elena explained calmly . " Your gaze at Rhea just now practically screamed jealousy . " Kate's face flushed .

" I- " " If you're feeling jealous here , why do you insist on staying and torturing yourself ? Or have you not annoyed people enough ? " Elena continued bluntly , " If I were you , I'd have gone home . After all , everyone knows that you like Mr. Snider and even secretly sabotaged Rhea . Yet , you're sitting here like nothing has happened . I have to say , your endurance is impressive . " Kate couldn't take it anymore . " Ms. Austin , I haven't offended you , have I ?

You're well educated , so why- " " My good education is for dealing with people of equal refinement , " Elena said , sipping her wine . " Are you one of them ? " After all , who in their right mind would have the nerve to sit here so boldly ? Kate ground her teeth . " Ms. Austin- " " Elena , " a voice cut in . Maverick hurried over . " Mr. Nathan ! " Nathan stepped in at the doorway , a trace of coldness in his gaze . His eyes locked on Kate as he approached . Elena's eyes lit up , and she got to her feet . " Nathan ! " 2/3 Chapter 436 +25 BONUS Nathan withdrew his gaze .

" What are you doing here ? " Elena paused for a moment . " ... Exposing the scheming bitch . " Kate's face instantly darkened . One person mocking her might have been bearable . But now , nearly everyone was against her . Even her strong resolve was starting to crack . Today's Bonus Offer