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Chapter 816
Chapter 816
Chapter 816
Chapter 816
Clark paused, looking at Martha. "Would you keep a potential threat around if you were in her shoes?"
he inquired.
Martha was taken aback, suddenly at a loss for words.
Indeed, if it were her, she wouldn't tolerate such a threat hanging around, competing for attention,
adding stress.
Clark continued, "Serena wears the latest fashion and brandishes the newest accessories. This
indicates that, at the very least, this family doesn't skimp on providing for her materially."
"I see your point, Clark."
"As for emotional aspects, I often hear Mom and Dad mentioning Serena. One moment Serena has
won an award, the next she's been accepted to Summerfield College, then they're planning to take
Serena out for dinner, and then visit her at school. Doesn't seem like she's being neglected."
Martha had lowered her head, afraid to utter a word.
"When their biological child returns, they can't just ignore her and continue to shower Serena with love
alone. That wouldn't be fair.
Let's say the love that Mom and Dad can give equals a hundred percent. Even if they gave Bella sixty
percent, leaving Serena with forty percent, you'd have to understand. For the first eighteen years, Bella
got nothing. Serena had their full affection all to herself. As someone close to Serena, you should guide
her, teach her, and even yourself, to be grateful. Don't bear such a grudge against Bella. Your influence
on Serena is more powerful than you think."
Martha was filled with shame. "You're right, Clark."
“I'm not lecturing you,’ Clark calmly corrected her. "I'm just stating the facts. I can tell you're not fond of
Bella. It seems she doesn't exactly have an easy life here, at least partly because of you."
"Clark." Martha was flustered.
"Bella could've used her newfound status to get rid of you, but she didn't. Be grateful for that. You're
only able to gossip about her because she gave you the chance. Otherwise, you'd be long gone."
Martha bowed deeply. "I'm sorry, Clark. I will adjust my attitude and stop spreading rumors."
"Clark, I brought you some food!"
At this moment, Serena entered with a platter of delectable dishes.
"The chef just made these. I grabbed a little bit of everything. Try it and see if you like it. If you want
more, I can fetch it.
After a few bites, Clark said, "Let's take a walk in the garden."
He didn't want to stick around and see Martha's face any longer.
As Serena tried to take the platter with her, Clark laughed, "No need for more food. Let's just enjoy the
walk."
Martha watched their retreating figures. She was filled with anxiety.
She was tempted to follow and eavesdrop, but feared being caught by Clark.
"Clark, is there something you want to talk about?" Serena asked, glancing nervously at him as she
walked behind him.
"Don't be nervous, just keep up,’ Clark smiled at her. “Am I that intimidating?"
"No, not at all.” Serena quickly matched Clark's pace, walking side by side with him.
"Do you and Bella have any disputes?"
Serena's face fell at his question. "Did Martha tell you something?"
"She didn't say a thing."
"Then why would you ask that, Clark?"
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