Chapter 722

Hugh had always been obedient to his domineering father since childhood. Hearing his father's words, he nodded silently. The first and second wives watched indifferently from the sidelines. After all, any humiliation suffered by the third wife only worked to their advantage. Madelyn stood nearby without a word, her heart weighed down by fear. She had been on edge all this time, terrified that Ariana might seek revenge. Yet, after waiting so long, Ariana still hadn’t made a move, leaving Madelyn puzzled. 'Could she be too busy to act?' Given that Ariana had dared to drug her before, revenge was certainly within her capabilities. Now, hearing that Ariana was preoccupied with other matters, Madelyn felt a wave of relief—though it was quickly replaced by suspicion. 'Why did Ariana’s mother commit suicide? Could Ariana have even harmed her own mother?' At the thought, a flicker of disgust flashed in Madelyn’s eyes. Only Gwen frowned slightly. But in the end, she remained silent, lips presse