Chapter 85

Unexpectedly, Lambert saw through it. "Rebel!" The Old Mr. Stone fiercely slammed his cane down on the ground, out of breath with anger. Lambert ignored Beverly and walked over to Ariana. He took her hand and said, "If Grandpa doesn't approve of us, we'll just leave." He spoke indifferently, showing not even the slightest bit of fear. "Lambert!" Seeing Lambert holding Ariana's hand, Beverly was so jealous that she gnashed her teeth. To her surprise, Lambert intended to leave with Ariana. At the sound of her voice, Lambert paused briefly. Beverly indignantly pointed at Ariana. "Lambert, your absence at the banquet has already embarrassed our families. Now are you going to abandon me for her?" He calmly responded, "Miss Lawrence, a marriage is ideally consensual for both parties. Why put yourself through such misery?" With that, he took Ariana and left. Seeing Lambert walk away, Beverly's eyes reddened with anger. She angrily looked at the Old Mr. Stone. "Grandpa, do you see how that wom