Chapter 24 Even though Sophia had drugged her before , making her look like a fool in front of everyone , Stella still had to put on an act for Alexander . She faked being all worried and asked , " Alexander , I heard Amelia's sick . How's she doing ? Is she feeling any better ? " Daniel scoffed , " You seem to know a lot . Have you got spies here or something ? " " What are you talking about , Daniel ? How could I do that ? You're accusing me unfairly . " She pouted , looking all hurt and innocent . Daniel was disgusted by her behavior and then turned to Alexander . " Dad , I can't eat anymore . This is too gross . " " Just eat . " Alexander handed him a sandwich , not even glancing at Stella but clearly talking to her . " Amelia's fine . Thanks for your concern . You can go now . " His cold tone made Stella squirm , and she shot Daniel a nasty look . Daniel just snorted , feeling pretty pleased with himself . Stella was so mad she couldn't even speak . She just stood there , not sure whether to leave or stay . Then she saw Bertha coming down the stairs . She pretended to tear up and said , all pitiful , " Alexander , I was just worried about Amelia and wanted to see her . I even bought her favorite pastries this morning . I'll just leave them here . " She put the shopping bag on the dining table and turned to go . Bertha , who had just come downstairs , called out , " Stella , wait . " Then she looked at Alexander . " Stella came to see your daughter out of kindness . If you don't appreciate it , that's fine , but you shouldn't just kick her out . " Before Alexander could say anything , Daniel slammed his fork on the table , clearly pissed off . Alexander sighed , knowing he had to explain things to Bertha , or Daniel would just make a bigger mess . " Daniel , go check if your sister's awake , " Alexander said quietly . " Got it . " Daniel slid off his chair , clearly annoyed . He wanted to stick around and maybe stir the pot to get Stella out faster . But he knew better than to tick off Alexander right now . 3:36 am Chapter 24 рр He obediently went upstairs , making a face at Stella as he passed , looking totally grossed out . Bertha was about to scold him , but he just ignored her and ran upstairs . Bertha was both amused and annoyed . She said to Alexander , " Alexander , look at Daniel . He's getting more rebellious and barely respects me as his grandmother . " " Isn't that normal ? " Alexander replied coolly . Daniel was fearless and showed respect to no one . " What are you talking about ? You're always busy with work and can't keep an eye on them . I think you should just hurry up and marry Stella so she can help you get them in line . " Bertha's tone turned stern and commanding with that last sentence . Alexander's face darkened immediately , and he said coldly , " They're my kids . No one else gets to discipline them ! " Stella , who had just started to feel a bit happy , felt like she'd been slapped in the face by his words . She looked at Bertha , all hurt . " Mrs. Smith ... " " Don't worry , I'll stand up for you . " Bertha patted her hand reassuringly . Alexander shot Stella a cold look . " I've told you , if it's about business , we should discuss it at the office . We have nothing to talk about privately . Don't come here anymore . " " Alexander ! " Bertha called his name angrily . " What do you mean ? Are you still thinking about that witch Monica ? Have you forgotten what she did ? She pushed Stella down the stairs , and even her own parents disowned her . I'm telling you , I will never allow you to be with her again . That woman is not welcome here ! " " Enough ! " Alexander shouted . " Don't bring that up again ! " " You ... " Bertha pointed at him , trembling . " Are you really thinking about that awful woman ? " " I'm not , " Alexander said patiently , " But who I marry is my business . No one has the right to interfere . Mom , if you feel uncomfortable staying here , you can go back to the Smith Mansion . " " Are you kicking me out ? " Bertha looked at him in disbelief . " That's up to you . " Alexander's tone was firm , and his meaning was clear . If she kept supporting Stella or meddling in his private life , he'd send her away , even if she was his mother . Bertha was so angry she was shaking . Stella was also furious , clenching her fists so tightly her nails dug into her palms . 2/3 3:36 am PPP Chapter 24 Originally , with Bertha's persuasion , Alexander had pretty much agreed to marry her . Then Daniel and Amelia showed up , and Alexander had postponed the wedding . But he was just delaying it , not saying he wouldn't marry her . But now , it was clear he had no intention of marrying her anymore , and it had to be because that witch Monica was back . But it didn't matter . Six years ago , she had made Monica leave in disgrace , and she could do it again ! ' Monica , just wait ! I'll make you pay ! ' Stella cursed in her mind .