The Revenge of the Mute Wife by Melanie Paulson
Chapter 50

Chapter 50

It was a beautiful night for a grand celebration that brought together many important and powerful figures of society to commemorate the founding of the city. Anyone who was anyone or had a generous amount of money was invited.

But more than the commemoration, all eyes and ears were on the rumors circulating about the Peterson family. Several had heard the trial's conclusion led to George and Isabelle announcing their divorce-many were there to verify if it was true or just gossip. For the same reason, Roger received a separate invitation with an extra pass to bring a guest if he wished. Because of that, Sophia was excitedly doing her makeup for the grand event.

"You know, Roger, this party will feel different because I don't have new jewels to wear," Sophia pouted because Roger had always gifted her a new set of jewelry for every event they attended together.

"Stop complaining," Isabelle spoke, already fed up with Sophia, thinking it would be better if the girl were mute so that she could stop hearing her irritating voice all day,

"Are you ready yet?" Roger emerged from the room, adjusting the cufflinks of his

suit.

"Yes, my love," Sophia said, approaching to kiss him. "Oops... Roger, your tie."

Roger frowned as he noticed the knot was off and remembered how Deborah always. helped him fix it. Grimacing at the memory, Roger tied it properly and left the apartment to fetch his car for the event. It was his mother's chance to talk to his father and make him reconsider this whole divorce ordeal.

The venue for the party was the most popular hotel at the moment, boasting a grand ballroom large enough to fit about 500 people. Gradually, guests and the invited press filled the hall.

When Roger and his company arrived, they coincided with the arrival of George and Elliot.

"Oh, Elliot, you're accompanying your dad." Sophia greeted them.

"Save it, witch. There's no point in feigning kindness with me," Elliot replied sharply.

Sophia blinked as her eye twitched slightly at his response.

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"Elliot, don't speak to her like that, show some respect," Roger intervened.

"Don't try to give me lessons in manners. You're the least qualified for that," Elliot retorted. "Elliot, we're in public, control yourself," George instructed, heading towards the hotel entrance. "Honey, wait, we should enter together." Isabelle tried to take his hand but failed to even touch it.

"Why?" George arched an eyebrow.

"Well... if we don't, the gossip will start and..." Isabelle hesitated.

"You know, it pains me to know that in all our years of marriage, you never noticed that I don't care about what others say or think of me." George didn't bother hiding his annoyance as he looked her in the eyes. "Come, Elliot," George called for his son that they could enter the hall together.

So

Isabelle grimaced and clenched her fists, trying hard to hold back tears-her pride prevented her from showing weakness.

Roger took his mother's hand and led the two women inside.

The sight of the divided family sparked whispers among the guests immediately, though what drew the most attention was seeing Roger with his lover. Everyone was surprised even though they were used to seeing him bring her to such events.

After a few minutes, the gossip subsided when the Cooper couple entered. They were the city's most powerful pair, although rumors began circulating when they noticed they had arrived without their son-a strange occurrence, as Jayden always accompanied them to such events.

"Samantha, Eric," George approached to greet them.

"Back already, old man?" Eric replied.

"Well, the three of us just got back too," Samantha confessed.

"And when was that?" George asked.

"We just returned a couple of days ago from our trip to Androsia," Eric explained.

"Business or pleasure?"

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"Both," the Coopers answered simultaneously.

"Hey, now that I think about it, where's Isabelle?" Samantha asked, noticing George was without a companion.

"Many things have changed. In short, I'm getting a divorce," George replied bluntly.

""What?! But

Samanta was astonished, but then saw Isabelle approaching with

Roger and his mistress.

"Mr. and Mrs. Cooper, good evening," greeted Roger.

"Young man, how's life as CEO

"Well..."

how's life as CEO treating you?" Eric asked.

"My brother is no longer the head of the company," Elliot declared, smiling arrogantly.

"What...?" The Coopers felt they had missed a major event, but before they could satisfy their curiosity, murmurs began to spread. Looking to their right, they found the reason for the commotion: their son had arrived at the party with a beautiful brunette. Deborah and Jayden's arrival caused quite a stir because it was the first time the heir to the Cooper family arrived with a companion. But of course, the biggest reason for the growing murmurs, especially among those who knew her, was Deborah.

"She..." Sophia sized Deborah up, trying to replace flaws in the latter's attire. But there were none. Sophia felt offended because this couldn't possibly be the mute. And perhaps what made her feel worse was the fact that Deborah could look like that despite being pregnant. "Mom, Dad," Jayden greeted as he approached them.

"Son, who is this beautiful lady?" Eric asked, smiling at Deborah.

"Oh... Son, could it be true? Have you finally found a girlfriend?" Samantha asked excitedly.

Deborah blushed slightly at their comments and discreetly greeted Elliot, who returned the greeting with a wave.

"I'm working on it, Mom," Jayden replied amusedly.

"Well, introduce us to this lovely lady," Eric requested.

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""Her name is Deborah."

[Pleased to meet you, Sir, Madam.]

The Coopers were surprised by her method of communication.

Sophia and Isabel smiled arrogantly, thinking the Coopers would reject Deborah for being flawed.

"Pleased to meet you, beautiful," Eric said aloud while signing, astonishing Deborah.

"Now I see why someone studied sign language," Samantha remarked. "And let me apologize in advance if this one ever did something wrong to you. He's quite the mischief-maker." "Hey," Jayden protested, blushing a bit.

[Quite the opposite. Jayden is a wonderful man and has treated me with love, care, and respect.] Deborah smiled at the beautiful interaction between Jayden and his

parents.

"Well, I hope your relationship blossoms into something lasting because we're eager to become grandparents," Samantha said happily.

"Mom, really..." Samantha's words made Jayden feel embarrassed but eventually smiled seeing how happy Deborah was from hearing the very same words that made him blush.

"Well, Samantha, you may not have to wait long for that. Though I don't know if adopting that woman's child fits into your plans," Isabelle said, giving Deborah a cold look. COMMENTS