Chapter 29 Stop Talking to Her

Madeline's words were sharp, but Jonathan couldn't ignore Horizon Group's recent withdrawal or the relationship between her and Colton. He forced down his anger. Pulling Margaret slightly behind him, he looked at Madeline with a calmer expression. "Madeline, we're still family at the end of the day. I admit, what happened before was our fault. Can't you, for old times' sake, put in a good word for us with Mr. Lloyd?" Margaret was furious. Not only did Jonathan not back her up, but he was also practically begging Madeline. "Why are you wasting time on her? She's an ingrate, remember? The moment she hooked up with someone influential, she forgot who raised her. And what could she possibly do for us? I think she's just trying to watch us make fools of ourselves!" "Enough!" Jonathan snapped, his temple throbbing with tension. Just then, a soft voice cut through. "Mom, Dad, why are you still standing out here? Julian's here." Quinn appeared, linking arms with Julian, who was dressed i