I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Ruby narrowed her eyes and questioned , " You really haven't mistreated her ? " " Absolutely not ! " Nathan raised his hand in assurance . Ruby put her hands on her hips , pointing at her children . " You two ... " George , who was sitting between the Ravelle siblings , blinked awkwardly . Ruby paused , then continued , " George , sit next to Liam first . " George looked at Rhea , then quietly moved his seat . The Ravelle siblings sat upright at once . Channeling her matriarchal authority , Ruby said , " Mark my words .

If I ever hear either of you disrespect your other half , belittle someone , or behave without any decency , I'll personally set you straight . " " Do you hear me ? " Ruby suddenly shouted . Startled , Nathan and Rhea stammered , " Y - Yes , Mom ! " " Now go rest , " Ruby said , waving her hand . " Relatives will start arriving tomorrow . Make sure to get up early . " The Ravelle family had distant relatives visiting , along with Ruby's side of the family . Thinking of those relatives , Nathan and Rhea exchanged glances . They saw mutual helplessness in each other's eyes .

With so many relatives set to visit in the coming days , even Liam had become unusually quiet , seemingly careful not to provoke Ruby . George was staying over at the Ravelle residence , but in a separate room . Rhea guided him to the guest room . George asked , " Your mom seems to be in a bad mood . " Rhea gently closed the door and led him to sit on the small indoor balcony . " Most of my parents ' distant relatives aren't in Draventh . They're still back home . The more people , the more chatter . Especially my mother's sisters and cousins . They like to compare everything .

" George nodded in understanding . He knew that he had to make a good impression and avoid embarrassing Ruby . ... 1/2 Chapter 450 657 +25 BONUS By 9:00 am the following day , a steady flow of guests had begun to fill the Ravelle residence . Some relatives from Draventh were unable to attend the engagement party , so they arrived early . Half of the estate grounds were prepared for the occasion , with a large buffet area and more than a dozen elegant tables set up . Ruby wore a bodycon dress with a shawl draped over her shoulders , and her jewels were lavish yet tasteful .

She radiated the poised authority of a distinguished and powerful lady . She moved gracefully , attending to the wealthy ladies of Draventh . " Ruby ! " a loud , boisterous voice called out . Ruby's expression stiffened instantly . She knew that it was her sisters . Her parents had also arrived early , but they were inside , chatting with peers . " Riley , Kendall , Selene , Sydney , " Ruby addressed them . " What a grand scene ! " Kendall Johnson , Ruby's second sister , exclaimed . She was dressed ostentatiously like a nouveau riche . Ruby was busy . " Go in and take a seat .

I'm a little busy . " Guests continued to arrive , including relatives from her own family . Once Ruby caught her breath , she returned to the living room and exchanged a few words with her sisters . " Ruby , you really are lucky, " Kendall said . " You married well , and Rhea is marrying well , too . After getting a divorce and becoming a stepmother , she's still marrying into a wealthy family . What incredible luck ! " Ruby's expression faltered slightly . " Mrs. Snider . " All eyes turned toward the voice . A man with a powerful presence approached calmly .

His striking features and immaculate suit made him look every bit the gentleman , drawing sparks of envy from the ladies around . Ruby beamed . " George , you're here . " That morning , George had gone to the company , then returned home to change clothes before rushing here . Ruby straightened her back . Glowing with pride , she turned around . " Everyone , meet George Snider , Rhea's fiance and my future son - in - law . "