I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Mateo certainly had worldly experience . +25 BONUS But Angie couldn't bear it . In her mind , Rhea had bullied Kate , and Kate continued to swallow her pride , letting Rhea's friends push her around and slander her . She couldn't understand why Rhea would make things hard for another woman , as a woman herself . Couldn't Rhea just show some mercy ? She had already gotten everything , while Kate had nothing . What more could Rhea possibly want ? Angie simply couldn't stand it . Did good people always have to be bullied ?

She arranged for the invitation to be delivered to the Ravelle residence and then returned home . At the Snider residence , the mood had been tense all day . Cynthia , who normally never threw anything , hadn't calmed down even past 3:00 pm . She trashed the living room , then proceeded to the master bedroom , leaving her and Steven's room in complete disarray . Maverick and the maids were powerless to stop her . However , Steven remained seated in the living room as calm as ever . " Are you done venting ? Feeling better ? So , can you cooperate now ? " Cooperate ? With what ?

Cynthia's face went pale as she stared at the husband she had shared a bed with for over 30 years . She croaked , " Cooperate with what ? Cooperate with you , sending me to a psychiatric hospital and locking me up so the three of you can enjoy your family time ? " Steven looked her in the eyes . " I'm not keeping you from enjoying family time . You're the one trying to ruin everything . " " I- " Steven cut her off . " If your existence makes everyone uncomfortable , then you really need to reflect on yourself . How have you become so insufferable at this age ? " " You !

" Furious , Cynthia shouted , " You bastard ! I gave you two sons , and you want to send me to a psychiatric hospital ? How can you face Gerard ? " Steven's gaze didn't waver , and his voice was calm as he said , " Stop trying to guilt - trip me . When he was alive , I fulfilled every duty and showed all the love I could as a father . There is nothing I owe him ! " He's dead . Gerard is gone . If he were still alive and saw you tormenting his most beloved brother , he'd probably scold you , too ! " These words struck Cynthia's chest like a weight . She was left speechless .

Her eyes were bloodshot as she stared 1/3 Chapter 547 at him with all her might . " Anything else to say ? Say it all at once , " Steven said . +25 BONUS Cynthia suddenly laughed . " Men in the Snider family really are all the same . Everything revolves around interests . You're always calm and rational . Feelings , women , and family are just accessories to you . You discard them when they become unnecessary , yet you always find a polished reason that convinces and silences others . Hypocrite ! Liar ! You disgust me ! " Steven listened quietly , unmoved .

Looking at Cynthia , he seemed to see her as she was in her youth . They had been married for over 30 years . How could he not feel hurt ? Yet , she was right in one sense . He did prioritize interests above all . If he didn't , given her current state, she would sooner or later have caused Liam to complain about George , which could affect the young couple's future . Failing to protect Gerard had already been a lifelong regret for Steven . So whether it was George's future or marriage , he would protect both with all his heart .

Steven's voice was hoarse as he said , " Cynthia , don't blame me . " Today's Bonus Offer GET IT NOW X 5 Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland's breathtaking cold.