Married First, Loved Later : A Flash Marriage with My Ex’s "Uncle" - Chapter 135

Chapter 135: He’s Here Chapter 135: He’s Here Selina did this on purpose… She did it on purpose!

Katie gritted her teeth, unwilling to lose to Selina.

Suddenly, she abandoned her assertive stance and burst into tears.

“Selina, how could you say such things?!

Everyone knows how hard it is to be a stepmother-I don’t blame you for hating me, but why must you assume the worst about everyone?

I’m sure my sister-in-law and Avery were only looking out for you, but you…” Natalia also shook her head.

“Sister, today is Mother’s wedding anniversary-why would she deliberately cause trouble?” Then, as if casually, she added, “Grandfather, you know how much Mother cares about Sister.

If Sister were to be embarrassed, wouldn’t that also reflect poorly on her as a stepmother?” Selina’s gaze turned icy.

These two are truly something else.

With just a few words, they had completely distanced themselves from the entire mess.

“So what you’re saying,” Selina’s tone was calm but sharp, “is that Avery and Aunt Evelyn hit me… for my own good?” Katie quickly interjected, “Well, they are your elders.

And you’ve spent so many years refusing to learn-” “Enough.” Grandpa Clark furrowed his brows and interrupted her, his tone heavy.

“Selina, we’re all family.

Why make such a fuss over something so small?” Yes, the Bryant mother and daughter had gone overboard, but what did that have to do with Katie?

Besides, he had personally approved this wedding anniversary celebration.

If Selina was dissatisfied, wasn’t that the same as publicly opposing his decision?

Avery and Evelyn exchanged glances, suddenly regaining their confidence.

As expected.

This unwanted eldest daughter was even lower than a servant.

Selina let out a cold laugh.

“Grandfather, you think that someone cursing me, calling me a thief in my own home, and wishing I were dead is… ‘something small’?” Grandpa Clark’s face turned red with irritation.

He felt a strong sense of being challenged, which he didn’t appreciate.

With a loud bang, he slammed his hand on the table.

“So what if it is?!

Selina, you’re an adult now-do you not understand that a harmonious family brings prosperity?

How can you be so immature?!” Selina stared at him, unwavering.

Once upon a time, this same grandfather had held her in his arms, telling her that even if she no longer had her mother, she still had him.

He had sworn that he would never let a mistress and her daughter take over the Clark Family.

He had promised to protect her mother’s legacy.

And yet, here he was-supporting their wedding anniversary celebration, standing up for the mistress’s family, and reprimanding her instead.

Grandpa Clark shifted uncomfortably under her gaze.

“Enough.

If you don’t want to participate, then leave-” “Old Mr.

Clark seems a little too harsh on Selina.” A deep, icy male voice suddenly rang out from behind.

The entire room froze.

Who dared to openly contradict Old Mr.

Clark?!

Heads turned- And everyone was stunned.

Logan?!

Why was Logan Reid here?!

My God- The Clark Family must have incredible luck to have Mr.

Reid himself attending their banquet!

James hurriedly stepped forward, smiling obsequiously.

“Mr.

Reid!

Please, have a seat-” But Logan’s expression didn’t change.

He exuded a quiet yet suffocating pressure as he said indifferently, “Mr.

Clark, are you bullying Mrs.

Reid?” James’ smile stiffened immediately.

The crowd collectively turned to look at Selina- Shocked.

Stunned.

Mr.

Reid just said… ‘Mrs.

Reid’?

Who was Mrs.

Reid?!

Rumors had long circulated that Logan was already married.

Everyone had speculated who his mysterious wife was.

But now, judging by his words- Was it Selina?!

Logan’s gaze darkened.

“Seems like Mr.

Clark hasn’t made Selina’s marriage public.” James’ face turned an ugly shade.

Of course, he hadn’t!

If it became known that Selina was married to Logan, then her status would skyrocket.

And when that happened- Who would still care about Natalia?

Katie gritted her teeth.

She had thought Natalia marrying Ryan was already an incredible achievement.

But now, Selina had one-upped them all by becoming Mrs.

Reid?!

Why?!

She could not allow Selina to gain the upper hand!

Katie quickly adjusted her expression, her mind racing.

She forced a gentle smile and said smoothly, “Mr.

Reid, we were planning to announce it at the banquet…” “But unfortunately, Selina caused a scene the moment she arrived-” “Logan, let’s go.” Selina suddenly interrupted Katie, lowering her head with a pitiful expression, her voice dripping with mock grievance.

“The moment I arrived at the villa, Aunt Evelyn and Avery tried to hit me.

Then, when my father and grandfather found out the truth, they still scolded me for being ‘immature.’ I really don’t think I can stay in this house any longer.” She sighed dramatically, her voice laced with irony.

“Well, I suppose they’re right.

Aunt Evelyn is Aunt Katie’s sister-in-law.

If she wanted to slap me, I should have just offered my face willingly.

It’s my fault for being the legitimate daughter and still thinking I could reason with the mistress and her family.

Silly me.” Everyone: “…” Katie’s face turned beet red.

“Selina, stop twisting things-” “If the Clark Family doesn’t welcome you, then there’s no reason to stay.” Logan nodded indifferently, his tone as calm as ever.

“But I’m curious-who exactly runs the Clark Family?” “How is it that Avery and Evelyn get to decide who stays and who leaves?” His sharp gaze flickered toward Grandpa Clark.

“Old Mr.

Clark, what do you think?” Grandpa Clark’s face stiffened with embarrassment, his posture suddenly tense.

“Mr.

Reid, you’re misunderstanding-of course, that’s not-” “If that’s not the case,” Logan interrupted smoothly, “then Old Mr.

Clark should be well aware that the Bryant Family are outsiders, whereas Selina is your actual granddaughter.” “And yet, your own granddaughter was attacked by outsiders, and instead of defending her, you chose to stand with them?” Grandpa Clark’s throat tightened-he couldn’t even get a word out.

James stammered, “Katie didn’t mean it like that… She just… She just thought… we’re all family, and keeping the peace is more important…” Logan cut him off.

“Selina has me.

That’s enough.” He tilted his head slightly, his voice cool and detached.

“Since Mr.

Clark only cares about his mistress and illegitimate daughter, then there’s no need for Selina to be part of this ‘family.'” He didn’t even raise his voice-yet the words struck like a whip.

Mistress.

Illegitimate daughter.

Katie’s face burned with humiliation.

She wanted to explode, but she didn’t dare make a scene in front of Mr.

Reid.

James broke out into a cold sweat.

“Mr.

Reid, it’s not like that!

It’s just… You weren’t here at first, and Katie thought Selina had upset you, so she… spoke a little harshly…” “Hah.” Logan let out a short, icy chuckle-like he had just heard a particularly ridiculous joke.

“Oh?

So because I wasn’t here immediately, you and your mistress assumed that I don’t care about Selina-so it was fine to bully her?” James opened his mouth to explain, but Logan’s voice was unhurried as he added, “Ryan isn’t here either.

Does that mean he doesn’t care about Natalia?” Silence.

James and Natalia froze, their faces paling.

The entire banquet hall fell into an eerie stillness.

It was Grandpa Clark who finally broke the silence after a long, suffocating pause.

“Katie.” His tone was grave.

“This situation… was indeed your fault.

Apologize to Selina.” Selina raised an eyebrow.

Oh?

Grandpa Clark suddenly grew a conscience?

Of course not.

He just wanted to sweep the matter under the rug.

As expected, Grandpa Clark’s voice was calm but firm.

“Selina, there are many esteemed guests here tonight.

If you have any grievances, you can discuss them in private.

Don’t waste everyone’s time.” Katie was livid, but she knew she had no choice.

Receiving Grandpa Clark’s not-so-subtle warning, she forced herself to comply.

Her lips trembled as she clenched her fists, eyes shimmering with unshed tears.

“Selina… I was too impulsive earlier.

It was all my fault.

I apologize.” “Let’s just… put this matter behind us, alright?” Selina studied Katie’s face for a moment, then suddenly smiled.

Her eyes sparkled with amusement.

“Katie,” she said softly, tilting her head.

“You should wipe that murderous look off your face.” Her voice dropped to a teasing whisper.

“This is just the beginning.

If you can’t handle it already…” She leaned in slightly, her smile deepening.

“…how are you going to survive the rest of it?”