Chapter 399

John's face remained calm, betraying no emotion. His deep, inky eyes were unfathomable, yet they carried an intimidating aura. He hadn't even moved from his spot, but Aleyna was already flustered. Pointing at him, she stammered, "You... you stay right there! I'm warning you, I'm not afraid of you!" Standing beside her, Avani glanced nervously at John and tugged at her grandmother's sleeve. "Grandma, what Dad did to lock you up has nothing to do with Auntie. Please, let's just go back. If Dad finds out you sneaked out, he'll be furious!" Hearing this, Aleyna grew even angrier. If it weren't for the presence of the media and her status as a respected matron of the capital, she might have already thrown herself to the ground in a fit of rage. She shot Avani a fierce glare and then turned to the crowd of reporters, bursting into tears. "Wuwu... You see? My sister not only meddled with our family business but also turned my own son against me. Oh, Audrey, you've ruined me! Even if I have to