The Revenge of the Mute Wife by Melanie Paulson
Chapter 81

Chapter 81

[Yes] Deborah took Jayden's extended hand to help him up and kiss him.

'I love you, Debbie."

[I love you too, Jayden] Deborah blushed as she gazed into his eyes.

"Wow... that was beautiful." The couple was startled to see Jayden's parents standing in the balcony. doorway, his mother holding her phone to record the special moment.

"Excellent word choice, son," Eric said, giving a thumbs up in approval.

"Dad.." Jayden complained, blushing.

Deborah was also embarrassed but happy.

"Jayden, stop complaining and put the ring on your beautiful fiancée already," Samantha scolded.

"Okay, okay." Jayden said with a pout but smiled as he turned to his beloved and carefully placed the ring on her ring finger.

As he did, the older couple applauded as they approached

engagement.

ngratulate Jayden and Deborah on their

"Now you're officially my new daughter, Samantha said happily. "You know, if this boy does anything wrong, let me know so I can give him an earful,"

[Sure.] Deborah replied. "Hey!" Jayden complained.

The dinner was very family-oriented, and Deborah enjoyed it with her new in-laws. She found out that Jayden was the perfect combination of both his parents' characters. Eric and Samantha were very happy- not only had they gained a wonderful daughter, but they would soon become grandparents and have al little one to spoil.

Meanwhile, the Andersons were not faring as well-their time was running out...

Certainly, they had gained some time and money with the news of Sophia's abortion-they were using the story of how they had helped pay her hospital bills. But the gossip they stirred was becoming old news and no one was interviewing them anymore. This meant they weren't receiving any money for selling their

stories

They were also facing the repercussions of their lies about the Peterson family. All their so-called friends had turned their backs on them, leaving them isolated. The Andersons were also comered due to the deadline given by George's lawyer-the Andersons had to pay their debts by then or be evicted from their properties that were collateral.

"Dad, what are we going to do? I'm so tired of this situation," Cassandra complained, especially after replaceing out she had only 20 followers on her social media.

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"Damn it, everyone abandoned us. cowards," Ernest said, throwing his phone to the ground because

none of his friends or acquaintances were taking his calls-some had even blocked him.

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"Idiots..." Vanessa complained, slamming the phone she had been using. "That stupid person said we're no longer relevant, so they don't want to interview us anymore."

"Damn it, this isn't going as we planned," Frederick said, feeling frustrated and cornered. "Ernest," he said, sounding desperate. "How about sharing an idea on how we can take over that woman's fortune because that's what we need right now to save ourselves." "Uh... oh yes..." Ernest replied though confusion was evident in his eyes.

"Ernest," Frederick said, frowning because he didn't like that reaction.

"Calm down, Dad. Ernest has it under control," Cassandra quickly intervened.

"Your daughter is right, dear. Don't pressure them. We're all overwhelmed with what's happening," Vanessa quickly added. "But I know our son has the solution to our problem.

"Alright, but I need that solution urgently," Frederick declared, standing up to go to his office to continue searching for the key to the old safe.

"Children, I hope you don't disappoint us," Vanessa said as she walked to the kitchen to get a drink, feeling she needed one. ""Ernest..."

"I know, Cassandra. Let's call that woman," Ernest said, frowning. "It's time for her to do her part."

"Yes."

The twins went to a secluded room to call Sophia-it was time for her to return the favor.