Chapter 14 Meanwhile , at Weston Villa , Chloe and Grace had both changed into haute couture evening gowns with the help of the servants Both went for a gentle look , one in pale pink and the other in light yellow . The strapless gowns paired with delicate makeup made them look pretty and delicate . Linda , who was dressed in a dark blue evening gown , nodded with satisfaction as she looked at her two daughters . Tonight was Linda's first time going to Weston Manor to attend a dinner party . For her , as Mason's daughter - in - law , this was undoubtedly humiliating . But at the same time , it was a good opportunity. She wanted to prove to everyone that even if she wasn't David's first wife , she still had what it took to be the lady of the house . " Don't embarrass your grandpa tonight , Linda reminded her daughters again . Chloe said , " Don't worry , Mommy . The only one embarrassing herself will be that village bumpkin Veronica . " Her eyes were still red , not yet recovered from the blow of seeing her music room smashed this afternoon ! Grace just nodded gently . " Mommy , don't worry , Chloe and I will do our best . " The chance to go to Weston Manor was something not only Linda treasured , but Chloe and Grace did too . Although their family was technically a branch of the Weston family , because of Linda , the people at Weston Manor had always kept their distance from David's family . Chloe and Grace had never been acknowledged by Mason . For these two girls who were looking for boyfriends , that was not good news . They had to secure the place of being Mason's most beloved granddaughters if they wanted to marry well . Chloe and Grace both believed that with their looks and background , they should at least marry into families like the Browns of Southford or the Harringtons of Northware to be considered a proper match . The three of them were each calculating in their minds how to put on their best act at the dinner party as they went downstairs . David , waiting in the living room , immediately set down his newspaper when he saw them come down . He went over to them . showering his family with praise . He even mentioned to his daughters that Stephen , the head of the Harrington family of Northware , was in Cloudhaven with his eldest grandson , Alexander . He said there was a chance they might attend the dinner party at Weston Manor . " Dad , is that really true ? " Chloe asked . Grace said excitedly , " Is it really Alex ? " The two of them were overjoyed . They had just been thinking about marrying into the Harrington family of Northvare , and they never expected the opportunity to come so soon . David nodded , looking at Chloe and Grace with fatherly affection . " Alexander came to visit our house this afternoon . Don't worry . I'l introduce you later tonight ." " Really ? Thank you , Dad , " Chloe smiled . Grace said , " Dad , you're the best . I love you so much ." The four of them were full of joy . Neither Linda , Veronica's stepmother , nor David , her biological father , mentioned her . Not even a single word about Veronica came up . At seven in the evening , the dinner party at Weston Manor began on time , The panty was held on the open lawn outside Weston Manor , and the guests were the top elite families in Cloudhaven . Under the interlacing lights , the guests raised their glasses and exchanged greetings in low voices , giving the evening an air of seamless harmony . Mason , who had initiated the dinner party , sat at the head of the table in the main hall of Weston Manor in a tailcoat , constantly glancing outside . At his sides , Edwin Weston and Gavin Weston were also looking out . Both of them were waiting for the cousin they hadn't seen in eighteen years . 1/2 P P · Chapter 14 " Mr. David Weston and his family are here ," the butler shouted as he ran in . Mason straightened up , tugged at his clothes that weren't even messy , and asked Edwin and Gavin beside him , " Is my suit neat ? This suit doesn't make me look old , does it ? " " How could it ? Grandpa , you look young and sharp . Edwin had clearly inherited Colton's gift for sweet talk , laying it on thick without missing a beat . Mason snorted , but his face lit up with delight . Just as he was thinking about what kind of smile he should wear to welconie his granddaughter , David walked in with Linda , Chloe , and Grace . David said , " Dad , I've brought Linda , Chloe , and Grace to see you ." Mason lifted his chin and looked outside . Edwin and Gavin also kept glancing behind David's family , thinking , ' David's whole family is here . So where's our cousin ? We've never acknowledged Chloe and Grace as our cousins ." David was a little slow to catch on . " Dad ? Linda's eyes shifted and she quickly spoke up , " Mason , are you looking for Ronie ? " Mason , who had always treated David's family as nothing , finally spared a glance at Linda . Linda remarked , " This afternoon , Ronie lost her temper and went out , and she still hasn't come back . I've been sending people to look for her this whole time , but we haven't found her . Im sorry , Mason . " Putting on a show , Linda covered her face , pretending to be terribly sad . Mason had already witnessed her vile behavior and didn't believe a word she said . His gaze landed instead on David , his dishonest son . David awkwardly recounted what had happened in the afternoon , but of course , in his version , all the fault was pushed onto Veronica . As he went on with his explanation , the air in the hall grew heavier and heavier , yet he kept talking about how terrible Veronica was . Mason's expression darkened . Linda quietly observed the situation , hoping to seize the chance to chime in and get some attention . But before she could say anything , a chuckle cut through her scheming and also interrupted David's words . Everyone in the hall turned to look . The very Veronica whom David had just painted as worthless was walking in . She wore a black off - shoulder knee - length gown , her hair casually tied up in a bun with a simple touch of styling . It looked simple , yet paired with her sweet and alluring features and flawless skin , it was perfectly fitting . What stood out even more was the lazy calmness radiating from within Veronica , a presence that made it impossible to look away . At this moment , Veronica was smiling , her eyes striking , " I didn't expect I'd be this despicable in your eyes ." She walked up to Mason with a smile , politely greeted him as Grandpa , then turned to face David . She continued , " Why didn't you mention it was your daughter who insulted me first ? She provoked me , so it was not my fault ." There was a faint trace of amusement in Veronica's tone , her expression laid - back as she looked at David's family across from her . David was at a loss , thinking , ' Chloe insulted Veronica ? How come I don't know about that ? ' He turned his head toward Linda , who shook her head with tears in her eyes . Chloe , on the other hand , seized the chance to sob pitifully , looking as though she had been wronged , saying , " I didn't . Veronica's just jealous of me ." Veronica sneered , " Jealous of what ? Jealous that you're ugly ? Or jealous that you're the daughter of a ... Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!