Chapter 529

　　"Quit your nonsense! Do you have any idea what you're talking about? They aren't even distant relatives! There's a world of difference between their statuses!" Tabitha slapped his hand away and stormed out of the room. 　　Benjamin frowned, thinking to himself that Cedrick was in deep trouble. 　　He had anticipated this day, but it came sooner than expected. 　　He hoped Cedrick's love for Jessica was strong enough to weather this storm. 　　But Benjamin was in a tough spot. On one side was his beloved elder brother, and on the other, his respected mother. Who should he side with? It was a dilemma. 　　After brushing his teeth and getting dressed, Benjamin went downstairs. Tabitha was sitting at the dining table, eating breakfast with a sullen expression. 　　"Mom, have you seen Cedrick?" Benjamin quickly took a seat and started eating. 　　"I went to find him last night and ran into Jessica. She must have been upset by what I said and left in a huff. If she can't handle a little criticism now, h