Chapter 71
Maria grew increasingly agitated as she spoke. “To act so brazenly as a mistress… she’s a shameless wench with no proper upbringing! No… maybe the whole Jackson family is just rotten. “Like father, like daughter–a whole den of worthless scum! Don’t worry, Mrs. Hendrix. All of us are on your side.”
“Maria.” Diana looked up, her gaze clear and cold. She continued softly, “In the future, when I’m gone, don’t go against her. Just keep yourself safe.”
She was deeply grateful for the care and concern Maria and the others had shown her, but she would be leaving this place sooner or later. When that day came, she would relinquish the title of Mrs. Hendrix.
Someone like Gabriella bore grudges and sought revenge for the slightest offense. No matter what, Maria and the others were still the Hendrix family’s servants. If they clashed with Gabriella head–on, they would surely suffer retaliation.
P at odds with her.”
Diana lowered her gaze and said calmly, “All of you have worked so diligently and responsibly over the years. Don’t let me be the reason you end “You’re leaving?” Maria was shocked. She had thought Diana came back to the house this time because she had let go of the rift between her and Vincent. Surely, the two of them were finally on the verge of reconciliation, weren’t they?
Maria spoke anxiously, “Mrs. Hendrix, I know Mr. Hendrix has gone too far lately… but you both grew up together. You’ve loved each other for so many years. In Mr. Hendrix’s heart, how Could Gabriella possibly compare to you?
“She doesn’t stand a chance! Mr. Hendrix is probably just… just infatuated for the moment. Or maybe-”
Maria’s mind had never worked so quickly before. She scrambled to come up with excuses for Vincent, trying her hardest to salvage the marriage.
“Maybe he’s just been blinded by that shameless girl. He’s a smart man. Maybe… he’ll soon see her for what she really is. Mrs. Hendrix, don’t give up so easily! We’re all on your side. To us, you’re the only true lady of this household!
“And don’t forget Mr. Hendrix Sr. He really dotes on you, and it’s obvious he has nothing but disdain for Gabriella.”
Maria grew emotional as she stepped forward and gripped Diana’s hands, speaking sincerely and solemnly, “Everyone is standing by you.”
“Everyone?” Inwardly, Diana wondered about that.
She gave a bitter smile, feeling her nose beginning to sting.
It wasn’t everyone.
There were those at the company, for instance. Like that assistant, Rolind Kent.
Diana might have had a gentle personality, but that didn’t mean she was blind or stupid. In Hendrix Corporation, many employees were watching from the sidelines, waiting for a good show. Quite a few had already taken Gabriella’s side, convinced that Diana would soon be cast aside like an unwanted wife.
Diana’s fingers felt cold. She opened her parched mouth and said, “Vincent will always choose her.”
It was her final verdict.
Maria slowly let go of her hands.
Yes, even when everyone else supported Diana, what did it matter?
The heart of the person who mattered most was already elsewhere.
Vincent would always be partial to Gabriella.
The young woman he once held so dear, his first trampled on again.
********e, had now become little more than a speck of dust on the floor. She was something not even worth picking up and was more likely to be $10 we
title and the authority that comes with it, I might as well do something for everyone,” Diana said gently with a smile.
“While I’m still here, while I still have this!
She then began making arrangements to distribute bonuses to the staff.
She raised everyone’s salaries and handed out generous bonuses based on their years of service
When Jason returned home, this was the scene he walked in on.
The old man smiled and nodded in satisfaction, motioning for the housekeeper to help him to his room.
“Even now, Diana is still willing to look after the household and act like the lady of the family, That means there’s still hope for her and Vincent.” Jason was visibly pleased, happy to see the scene before
him.
