Chapter 1311 Uproar

Francine's lips curled into a contemptuous smile. It's astonishing that someone from a collateral line believes they can reside in their main lineage's mansion and behave as if they're an integral part of the core family. At first, Elijah vehemently objected to Braxton's presence here. If it weren't for my suggestion that having more people around would bring more vitality, and Royston was held hostage, and Braxton could accompany Winifred, did Braxton truly believe he earned his place here based on his own merits? I never imagined I'd invite trouble and raise an ungrateful individual. I initially thought that someone sharing my surname would be more accommodating, but it seems that human greed knows no bounds. Francine felt a chill in her heart as she listened.