The socialites she brought were getting impatient from not seeing Mr. Hayes.

Now, seeing her snubbed by Francis, they couldn't help but chuckle.

"Zephyra, you kept saying you were the esteemed aunt of Mr. Sunny Hayes, but it turns out you were bluffing?"

"I know! How could the Hayes family have such an unsuitable relative? So it's you forced your way in."

Zephyra was boiling inside, but she didn't dare lose her cool with these people, and certainly not with Francis, who had thrust her into the limelight with just one sentence.

She had some pent-up frustration with no outlet, so she dragged Audrey down with her.

She said, "Mr. Francis Hayes, it's fine if you don't recognize me, but we were just discussing how this woman plans to harm Mr. Sunny Hayes. Since you're here, please don't let this malicious woman get away!"

She hadn't forgotten her purpose in coming here today; if she was having a hard time, then Audrey shouldn't expect an easy ride either.noveldrama

Francis had noticed Audrey early on. He sized her up subtly, but really, there was nothing to fault in her appearance or demeanor.

But this daughter-in-law was secretly found by his son and married hastily at another's wedding. Just the thought of it made Francis feel a bit uneasy.

To top it off, his cherished grandson didn't even glance at him but held onto Audrey tightly, making him feel rather bitter.

Thinking that both his son and grandson had been completely charmed by Audrey, Francis deliberately kept a stern face, glowering at her as if interrogating a criminal.

He asked, "Is what they're saying true? Are you really trying to get rid of Sunny to clear the way for yourself?"

Faced with Francis's questioning, Audrey replied calmly, "I see Sunny as my own son; how could I ever intentionally harm him?"

Audrey's words were not intended to show loyalty to Francis; they were meant to comfort the uneasy Sunny in her arms.

Francis stared at Audrey, remaining silent for quite a while.

Nearby, Zephyra taunted at these

words, saying, "That's ridiculous! et

Who are you to treat Mr. Sunny

Hayes as your own son? What a way to flatter yourself!"

Audrey didn't want to bother with Zephyra, and Francis, knowing the backstory, didn't respond either.

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Sensing something was wrong, Sienna quickly said, "I don't know what relationship you have with ME Sunny Hayes, but interrupting therapy sessions is very dangerous. If you really cared about him why did you burst in like that?"

Upon hearing this, Francis's expression turned cold.

Audrey wasn't affected by his attitude, but she didn't want to be falsely accused of having harmful intents.

She looked at Sienna and sneered, "But I am Alistair's wife in the eyes of the law, and Sunny is my son-by-law. Why would I intentionally harm him?"

Her words shocked everyone except Michael and Francis, who knew the truth.

Sienna was the most reactive, turning pale instantly.

She never imagined that Audrey and Alistair would have such a connection.

Zephyra was taken aback for a moment, but then she burst out laughing, slapping her thigh in amusement.

She said, "Audrey, have you gone crazy? Daydreaming in broad daylight? Your husband is just a gigolo you support, and what's he got to do with Mr. Hayes?"

Hearing this, Francis's face

immediately turned dark. He

thought, What? My son is actually

being supported by a woman? What a useless guy he is! It's so embarrassing.'