Chapter 428


    Chapter 428


    Windermere Estate


    At this moment, the entire Abernathy family and all the servants were following the Ward case through


    television and smartphones. The news left everyone in deep shock, and the estate was buzzing with


    whispers.


    “Ward?! Mrs. Abernathy’s assistant?!”


    “Absolutely! That’s him! I had a bad feeling about him the moment Iid eyes on him. Always looked


    like a bad egg!”


    God. Erica. Poor Erica! Such a sweet girl, gone just like that!”


    The servants teared up, their sobbing filling the air.


    “Erica’s death is half on Elspeth! How could she allow such a dangerous man in the house?! She’s too


    selfish, do servants‘ lives mean nothing?!” A voice cried out in righteous indignation.


    “Do you think our ‘noble‘dy of the house ever considered us as equals? A maid, who was close with


    Enca, spat out, “The mother and daughter are nothing but ruthless capitalists, more venomous than a


    scorpion’s sting! Enca had suffered so much under them. Sometimes, they would call her in the middle


    of the night, not letting her sleep. Once when she was changing, I saw bruises on her arm. When I


    asked her if Elspeth and her daughter were mistreating her, she just kept quiet.”


    “That’s just heartbreaking! Elspeth and Glynnis are like a pair of barking dogs, always yapping!”


    Everyone nodded in agreement. They had long grown tired of Elspeth and Glynnis, feeling helpless


    against the power of the Abernathy Group


    “s! Back when Mrs. Evadne Abernathy was still mamed to Mr. Thaddeus Abernathy, she treated all


    of us well, she always defended us, never put on airs. When she left, she took thest vestige of


    humanity with her. If not for the money. I’d rather go pick up trash!” “Well, why don’t you go and do just


    that, stop whining here? A sharp voice suddenly pierced through the chatter, making everyone jumpl


    They saw Glynnis, her face red with anger, striding towards them in fugh heels, “What did you just say?


    Say it again!”


    The room fell silent, with everyone too scared to utter a word.


    “You cowards, speak up, why aren’t you saying anything now?” Glynnis sneered, her expression full of


    contempt, “Humph, inferior creatures, no wonder you’re destined to be servants for a lifetime! You


    better watch your mouth when you’re spending Abemathy’s money! If I hear you mention Evadne


    again, I swear I’ll have your whole family evicted from Elmsworth?!!


    “What did I say wrong?! Do you treat us like human beings?” A young and fiery servant retorted, “We


    signed abor contract, not a bondage agreement! We are not the Abernathy family’s dogs!


    “How dare you? Glynnis eyes bulged in rage, momentarily speechless


    “Mrs. Evadne Abernathy was pretty inside and out, a thousand times better than you! You’re ady of a


    wealthy house with no manners, no respect, you’re rude! I’ve had enough of working here! I quit, go


    ahead, do your worst! With that, the maid ripped off her name tag and threw it at Glynnis


    “You wretch! You’ve crossed the line!”


    ustomed to throwing her weight around at home, Glynnis lunged at the servant, pping her across


    the face


    All the servants rose up against her, taking off their name tags in protest, resembling a rebellion!


    Glynnis was taken aback, but still tried to maintain her haughty demeanor pointing at them and


    shouting, “What do you think you’re doing? I’ll call the police, you’ll all be fired! Without the Abemathy


    family, I’ll make sure you won’t survive!


    “Glynnis,” a stern voice echoed from behind, instantly silencing the chaotic room.


    Everyone turned around, bowing slightly, “Good day, Mr. Abernathy”


    “Dad?” Glynnis floundered in panic.


    Out of nowhere, Frederic and Dennis had appeared behind her! Wasn’t he supposed to be on a


    business trip? How did he get back so suddenly?!


    “What were you doing just now? Did you hit someone?” Frederic asked sulkily, his face cold and stem


    “Dad, listen to me, it’s their fault!” Glyngis quickly put on a pitiful act, running over to cling to her father’s


    arm like a mistreated rabbit, “These servants were talking behind my back. They were so rude, so


    disrespectful! They’re taking money from the Abernathy family and don’t even have the decency to


    respect their employers! Please, fire them all


    “So that’s your reason for hitting them?” With a darkened face, Frederic ignored herints,


    continuing his questioning, “Just because you’re the daughter of the Abernathy family and they’re


    servants, you think you can hit them as you please? What happened to the manners I taught you since


    you were young? Have you forgotten all of them, or has this always been your behavior when I’m not


    Ground?”


    “Dad, what are you saying?” Glynnis felt her heart pound in fear as she looked at Frederic in disbelief,


    “They insulted me and mom. Are you saying I’m at fault? How could you?!”


    Regardless of her protests, Frederic remained grim and indifferent. The servants felt a sense of closure


    and started to leave.


    Frederic, as the head of the prestigious Abernathy Group, always treated even the most ordinary


    employee with kindness. He would never let his power and status trample upon the dignity ofmon


    people.


    Though he had many shorings, he still had the demeanor of a gentleman. This was the difference


    between a true aristocrat and a nouveau niche.


    “Windermere Estate runs like a well–oiled machine every day, and that’s all thanks to your hard work. I


    appreciate all your efforts over the years, and I hope none of you will leave because of this. I wouldn’t


    know where to find such excellent staff like you. For what happened today, it’s my daughter’s fault. I’ll


    let her apologize to you. Glynnis, apologize, Frederic looked at Glynnis, his eyes devoid of mirth “Dad,


    what did you say?” Glynnis was so angry; she was on the verge of blurting out “Are you crazy?”


    “No matter what, hitting people is wrong. It’s not the manners I taught you as a kid, nor does it honor


    the Abernathy family name. Apologize right now, Frederic was stern; there was no room for negotiation!


    Glynnis, left with no choice, could only grit her teeth and apologize to the servants with a beat red face,


    “Im sorry. It’s my fault‘ To the self–important and arrogant Glynnis, this was a moment of utter


    humiliation!


    Just then, the servants all bowed in unison, “Miss Man, good day!”


    Frederic turned around in surprise, only to see Jareth holding Mari’s hand, walking side by side like


    newlyweds returning from their wedding: even he could feel the sweet atmosphere,


    He had to admit, they seemed like a perfect match. But what moved Frederic even more was the look


    in Jareth’s eyes as he looked at his younger daughter.


    There was a depth of love and strong emotion there that he recognized all too well. Once, when he was


    infatuated with Cynthia, it was the same deep and unwavering look.


    “It’s the son of the Fairhaven family! He’s with Miss Mari?! The maids were bubbling with excitement!


    “Awesome! Mr. Fairhaven is both handsome and rich, and most importantly, he’s Barry Fairhaven’s


    grandson. The whole Fairhaven Group will be his in the future. He can certainly protect Miss Mari


    “Yes, indeed! Miss Mari will no longer be bullied by Glynnis!”


    Thest sentence was said in a whisper, but Frederic heard it, his brows furrowing slightly.


    “Dad.” Mari called out timidly; her expression alone was enough to tug at one’s heartstrings,


    “Mr. Abemathy, good day.”


    Jareth’s smile was brilliant and charming. He lifted his hand, intertwined with Mari’s, deliberately


    showing off their rtionship in front of everyone, “Mari missed you and wanted toe and visit.”


    Mani blushed shyly, hiding her clear eyes and leaning into him. By this point, Glynnis hadpletely


    given up on bing thedy. of the Fairhaven family after being humiliated by Jareth. But seeing her


    simple–minded sister and Jareth, sweet as honey and a step away from entering the Fairhaven family,


    she was still green with envy, her features twisted in jealousy!


    “Good, good.”


    Frederic nodded repeatedly. “Mari, how have you beentely? Are you feeling well?”


    “I’m fine. Hon….Jareth has been taking very good care of me,” Mari almost called Jareth her honey


    befom quickly correcting herself.


    Jareth’s eyes squinted slightly, his fingers tightening around hers, whispering in her ear, “Honestly, I


    prefer when you call me ‘honey”


    Mari bit her lip, utterly embarrassed.


    “Jareth, thank you for taking care of Mari these past days,” Frederic’s words seemed to acknowledge


    their rtionship! After all, they were in love and came fromparable backgrounds.


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    Even if Jareth really married Mari, it would exceed his expectations. The union of the two families


    would greatly benefit the Abernathy Group: there was no reason for him to oppose,


    “Mr. Abernathy, you’re too kind. It’s nothing,” Jareth looked at Mari’s blushing face, his gaze filled with


    fiery desire, “Taking care of Mari is my responsibility for the rest of my life, and I n to pamper her


    for a lifetime and take care of her for a lifetime.”


    Frederic awkwardly cleared his throat, his expression stiff, trying not to show his already approval of his


    future son–inw. After all, Jarerth hadn’t proposed marriage. If he revealed his admission too early,


    how undignified would that be!


    Everyone was overwhelmed by the sweetness! So, it probably wouldn’t be long before they could see


    Mari walk down the aislel


    Mari’s eyes glistened, “Jareth.”


    “Mr. Abemathy, did we interrupt you handling family matters?”


    Jareth smirked casually. “I wonder what Glynnis did to make you so angry. You’re a busy man; Thad


    told me you’re so busy you barely have time to take care of your health. Don’t let small things upset


    you.”


    Glynnis was trembling, on the verge of exploding with anger. She red at Mari, her eyes bloodshot,


    as if she wanted to tear her own sister apart!