Chapter 43

Kenneth began to calm down under Beatrice's persuasion. He glared at Diana with disappointment. "Why must you be so stubborn? If only I had one more daughter…" His voice turned icy as he shot her a disdainful look. "If there were even one more girl in the Gyleons, someone as useless as you would never have been considered worthy of marrying into the prestigious Hendrix family!" Diana remained silent. At that moment, she felt a sharp sting in her nose, her eyes burning as if struck by harsh light. Lifting her gaze to the dazzling crystal chandelier hanging in the living room, a bitter smile tugged at the corners of her lips. Maybe it was just the piercing lights. "Will you shut your mouth for once?" Beatrice snapped as she shot Kenneth a reproachful glance. Her face was tense when she saw how pale Diana looked. Kenneth, however, scrutinized Diana with barely concealed disdain. "Divorce? After so many years of marriage? If you're not ashamed of yourself, I certainly am! "Do you