Chapter 15 Smell of river water
Haley returned to the Martínez family, soaking wet.
Todd, who had been waiting at the door, quickly stood up, "Mommy, what happened? Why are you wet?"
"Mommy accidentally fell into the rock garden pond, but don't worry, I'm fine."
Haley touched the little one's head and walked towards the bathroom.
However, Todd furrowed his eyebrows tightly.
There was a faint smell of river water on mommy's body. She clearly fell into the river.
But there were no rivers or lakes near the Martínez Group at all. Where did mommy go and what happened to her?
Todd bit his lip.
He was still too weak. He couldn't protect mommy.
He needed to grow up quickly, so that...
Grow up a bit, so you can stand in front of mommy and little sister to protect them.
Haley finished showering and Todd brought the hairdryer to help dry her hair.
Angela sat on the nearby carpet playing with a puzzle, while Madam Martínez sat on the balcony sunbathing, creating a peaceful and beautiful atmosphere in the room.
Only Madam Martínez and Aunt May, the eldest daughter, still lived in this villa, while the other two families had moved to different houses.
During the day, Steven and Justin went to the company to handle business affairs, while May went out to attend social gatherings, so there were basically no people at home.
However, just half an hour later, the tranquility was shattered.
"If you see Madam Martínez later, be sweeter with her. She has a lot of valuable things in her hands, don't let them all be snatched away by those two little brats from the DeRoss family." Barbara's voice came closer and closer, "If you cause trouble like last time, I'll slap you."
She walked into the villa, and unexpectedly, a fierce gaze shot towards her. Barbara looked up and met Haley's cold eyes, her hairs stood on end.
When she realized that she was actually scared by this despicable Haley, her anger grew even stronger, "Haley, you are shameless to still live in my house!"
Haley stood up, exuding a powerful aura, and coldly spoke, "Barbara, if your name is on the property deed, I won't say anything and move out. If not, then stop saying offensive things here from now on. Otherwise, if I hear it again, I will take action directly."
"You, you!"
Barbara was furious.
How dare Haley be so arrogant while living in her house!
Last time, she had suffered a slap for nothing and couldn't get the upper hand, and now she was being threatened again!
She was so angry that she lunged forward.
Suddenly, Angela, who had been sitting on the carpet, stretched out her short legs.
Barbara tripped over her legs and fell to the ground, this time hitting her forehead, blood gushing out.
She touched it and her hand was covered in blood, her face turned pale with fear.
Little Jerry stood by and started crying loudly.
Madam Martínez woke up from the balcony, leaned on her cane, and walked over, her face filled with cold anger, "Someone, send Mrs. Miller back to the Miller family!"
Referring to her as Mrs. Miller, it was evident how furious Madam Martínez was.
Barbara trembled in anger, "Grandmother, I am the Martínez family's person, I am your real granddaughter. I have been bullied twice in a row by this despicable Haley, don't you plan to help me seek justice?"
Seeing the disappointment in Madam Martínez' eyes, Barbara's heart...
It's getting cold.
She is the granddaughter, she is the person of the Martínez family, but Grandma always defends an outsider!
Why does this person from the Martínez family have to be driven away!
Barbara gritted her teeth and said, "Grandma, if you insist on defending Haley, then don't consider me your granddaughter!"
"You have already married into the Miller family, you are Mrs. Miller now, so you should come to the Martínez family less often," Madam Martínez said ruthlessly. "Guards, escort Mrs. Miller and Jerry back."
Barbara's organs were exploding with anger.
Her words just now were a retreat in order to advance, but she didn't expect her grandmother to not back down at all.
She felt as if she had been slapped hard on her face.
Just then, Steven's car stopped in the yard.
Barbara felt as if she had seen a lifeline and pulled Jerry along as she ran over. "Dad, Grandma wants to drive me away and even said that I should come to the Martínez family less in the future..."
She cried as she spoke, tears streaming down.
Steven frowned.
"You're already twenty-eight years old, why are you crying like this? What your grandmother said is not wrong. You are already part of the Miller family, and the Miller family is going through a difficult time lately. You should just stay obediently with the Miller family and come to the Martínez family less in the future."
Barbara was so angry that she fell backward.
Was this still her own father? How could he say such things!
She wanted to continue crying and complaining, but Steven hurriedly walked into the living room and saw Haley sitting on the sofa.
He quickly approached her. "Haley, Thexi Corporation made a prototype using the chip you developed. Do you want to go take a look at the company?"
This prototype was even more stunning than the finished product they had made before!
Not only Steven, but everyone in the company was shocked.
Even before the product went into production, they could already anticipate how popular it would be once it was released.
Haley looked up and smiled. "No need, Steven. Justin has already sent me a video."
Steven suppressed his excitement and said, "Haley, your cousin and I want to hire you to work at the Martínez Group. Are you interested?"
"Thank you for the offer, Uncle, but I don't need it. I plan to start my own studio," Haley said with a smile. "Once the studio is up and running, I hope you can take care of my business."
Steven felt a bit disappointed.
There was simply no second person in the whole of Cuenca who could match Haley, such an outstanding software programmer.
If Haley works for the Martínez family, the Martínez family will definitely be one step ahead within six months. However, this kind of thing cannot be forced.
Since Haley plans to start her own business, her uncle naturally fully supports her.
Seeing her own father and Haley, this little bitch, chatting happily, Barbara was so angry that she almost died on the spot.
No matter what method she uses, she must drive this bitch Haley out of the Martínez family!
However, she hasn't figured out a solution yet, but she was sent back to the Miller family by Madam Martinez’s people. The Martínez family finally calmed down.
Madam Martínez sighed and said, "Haley, your eldest cousin has been spoiled since childhood and her character is already formed. It's difficult to change her. Don't bother with her."
Haley pursed her lips and remained silent.
It didn't matter how Barbara treated her, but Barbara shouldn't always have the words "illegitimate child" on her lips.
As the two children grew up, they gradually understood what adults were saying. The words "illegitimate child" could strip a person of all their dignity. She didn't want her children to be wronged.
Madam Martínez sighed and had a servant bring a box.
She opened the box, and a set of diamond jewelry sparkled under the light.
"Haley, this set of jewelry was originally meant for your mother. Unfortunately, she died young. Now it's yours."
Madam Martínez touched Haley's hair. "Wear this jewelry and attend tomorrow night's banquet. I have also prepared a dress for you. It's tailored to fit your figure."
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