Yvonne's voice carried more weight in both the Holmes family and the Shanks family , while Ashley's position was being pushed further into the shadows . Tyson could imagine his sister's feelings . Back when the Shanks family was strong , she had been the youngest and the only daughter , doted on by her father and brothers , the treasured princess in the palm of their hands . Whatever she wanted to play with , whatever she wished for , they gave her . When she said she wanted to continue her studies , her father feared she wouldn't pass the entrance exam and be hurt , so he secured an admission letter for her in advance . When she said she wanted to marry Grayson , the family did everything to make it happen . Tyson and his father had long admired Grayson's talent , and since Ashley had no real ability , marrying him meant she could still live in wealth for a lifetime . Back then , everyone in the Shanks family schemed and planned for her . But now that the Shanks family had fallen , they had no choice but to cling to Grayson and Yvonne . Resources , affection , and favor naturally leaned toward Yvonne . Of course Ashley would feel the sting . Tyson knew all this . He weighed it in his heart . Ashley had no real skills . In school , she spent her time on computers or chasing after men . Now , as long as the Shanks family could hold on to their fortune , even if Grayson betrayed her or divorced her , they could still shield Ashley from the worst of the storm . With that thought , Tyson felt more at ease . Ashley , of course , had no idea her brother - and even her father - thought of her that way . She only knew she had gotten into a top university on her own merit . She knew that winning Grayson's heart had taken every connection , every resource , and her entire love , given without reservation . She knew that her father and brothers were too busy with business , giving her money and nannies , but never their time to listen to her . When she played with computers , they bought her more , but thought she was addicted to games . They never realized how gifted she truly was . When she chattered about starting her own studio , eager to share with them , they dismissed it as nothing more than pulling together classmates as an excuse to ask for more pocket money . Eventually , she stopped talking . She no longer told her father and brothers anything about her world . 09:53 Wed , Sep 17 T. Locked away in her hotel room now , Ashley buried herself in study , catching up on everything she had missed in the industry . She knew it would not be easy to return . She would have to start over from the ground up . Her talent and ability would let her learn quickly , but they couldn't erase six years away from the field . Rome wasn't built in a day . A week of complete focus had left her clothes unwashed and stale . She needed to go out and buy something fresh . At the mall , Ashley picked out a few outfits from her usual brands . As she passed by , a brocade dress in the display window caught her eye . She was drawn to it immediately and walked inside . At the same moment , another voice said in unison , " I want to buy that lake - blue dress in the window . " Ashley turned . It was Yvonne . Of all people , of all places - what a narrow road for enemies to cross . Yvonne was equally surprised . Ashley had vanished for a week , unreachable by anyone , only to appear here in the mall . She glanced at the shopping bags in Ashley's hands and sneered inwardly . So the rumors were true . Ashley was nothing but a spoiled , vain , frivolous heiress , always obsessed with shopping . In Yvonne's eyes , Ashley wasn't even worth considering as an opponent . A pampered flower like her could only cling to others to survive . How could she compare with a self - made , capable woman like Yvonne ? With that thought , Yvonne's tone turned magnanimous . She said generously , " Uncle and Grayson have been so worried these past few days they can't even eat . Ashley , come home with me . " Ashley tilted her head in mock curiosity . " Go home with you ? And which home would that be , Miss Lane- the Shanks family or the Holmes family ? " Yvonne didn't lose her composure , still acting superior . " Either one . " Ashley let out a cold laugh . " If it's the Shanks family , then remember this : Morgan never divorced my mother . Your mother Susan is nothing but the mistress living under that roof . And you , the mistress's daughter , what are you in the Shanks family ? If it's the Holmes family , as far as I know , you and Grayson aren't exactly legitimate either . So what are you there ? " Yvonne had meant to stay above it , but Ashley's words cut deep , striking right at her rawest wounds . She had always longed to be Morgan's real daughter . She had always envied Ashley , who had the luck to marry a man as outstanding as Grayson . 09:53 Wed , Sep 17 Ashley had spent two years in prison . Even if she liked it , she wasn't about to cling to it . She simply chose another dress in the same color and paid for it . Yvonne bought nothing , lingering at the entrance to wait for her . When Ashley came out , Yvonne stopped her . " Ashley , I don't care how much you hate me and my mother . The truth is , my mother is Mr. Morgan's true love . Your mother has been insane for years , and even your brothers have accepted their relationship . So you should respect your father's choice . As for Grayson , I've never tried to interfere between you . Even if he and I were to end up together one day , I would wait until you and he were done . Right now , all that matters is Liam . As long as you're willing to save him , no matter how much money you want , I'll give it to you ." Send Gifts 。 10 Title: Cooking My Way Back to Love Author: CrushReel Genre: Modern, Revenge, Drama Status: ongoing In "Cooking My Way Back to Love" by CrushReel, Chef Leon Kennedy, once renowned as the "King of Cooking," spirals into despair following his wife's tragic demise in a car accident. Plunged into homelessness, he clings to his loyal dog as his sole anchor amidst loss and desolation. Amidst the ruins of his former life, Leon grapples with profound grief and seeks solace in the art of cooking—the very passion that once defined him. As he navigates the shadows of his past, themes of resilience, redemption, and the unyielding power of love intertwine in this modern tale of heartache and rebirth. Set against a backdrop of culinary mastery and emotional turmoil, "Cooking My Way Back to Love" delves into the depths of human emotion with raw authenticity. 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