Chapter 241 An Open Provocation (Part Two) (1/1)

Harper pretended not to hear her and chatted smilingly with Matthew. The smile on her face was quiet and beautiful. Shawn kept his eyes on Harper. He was so fascinated by her face that the tea cup in his hand fell suddenly and smashed into pieces.

The maid at once brought a new tea cup and swept away the smashed cup. With a wry smile, Shawn apologized, ”Sorry, my grip was not firm.”

”The tea is a little hot. It's good that you are not injured,” Harper said in a soft voice. As the host, Matthew was expected to lead the conversation. But he barely spoke, and he gave that role to Harper instead.

Nicole was a little sullen. Howard noticed that and excused himself from the seat. Harper noticed this but she said nothing. In fact, this tea party had been particularly arranged for Howard.

Zack and Shawn had grown up together

really need someone to teach you some manners!” Harper warned Rena again. And then she turned to face Denny. ”I have made it clear that I don't tolerate any violations from anyone who has stepped foot into this mansion. If Rena finds it too hard to behave herself, you shouldn't let her come here.”

”You... How dare you hit me!” Rena had never been insulted like this before. She broke into tears and ran away. Denny was distraught. He threw a reproachful look at Matthew before running after her.

Everyone was trying to pretend that nothing had happened and continued in light chatter. Caroline was a little worried. She glanced secretly at Matthew and asked Isabella, ”Mother, who is that woman that just ran away?”

Isabella clapped her daughter's hand and said, ”No one we know. Just mind your own business! Drink your tea.”