Chapter 819

I couldn't help but wonder—had everything Nydia done been for the Holmes Group? The next moment, I saw her take a deep breath and soften her tone. She said gently, "Joanna, I know you're upset. But you've seen how things are with the family. Your grandpa… he really needs you now." Tears slipped down Joanna's cheeks again. She reached up to wipe them away, her voice barely above a whisper. "Aunt Nydia, I understand what you mean. But I really can't agree to this." Nydia's eyes narrowed. Suddenly, she raised her hand and slapped Joanna across the face. She snapped, "You're just like your father. Selfish, always chasing love without thinking about this family. If love meant so much to you, why did you even come back?" Joanna's head jerked to the side, a vivid red mark blooming across her cheek. She stared at Nydia in disbelief, her body trembling slightly. She hadn't expected Nydia actually to hit her. Standing nearby, I was too stunned to speak. After Nydia slapped Joanna, she se