Chapter 24 Daniella's eyes instantly formed red as the lowered her head , looking pitiful and ioriped Stephen immediately stepped up and pulled her to his side , shielding her as he shot Abigail a dicapproving gare . " What does this have to do with barer She's a victim too . " " Victim ? " Abigail let out a sharp sigh . " A victim who got to enjoy all the wealth and houry ? Then I guess everyone would have to be that kind of victim " How dare you say " Stephen was furinus . Daniella tugged on his sleeve . " Stevie , I'm fine . In Abby's eyes , I did take her place . But I never wanted thiệ ? Tears welled in Daniella's eyes , making her look heartbreakingly delicate . Abigail stared coldly at her little act and didn't bother to respond . She turned to leave . " Abigail , you need to apologize to Dani , if you don't , then forget about seeing Grandpa " Stephen's voice was full of warning Abigail turned arose , staring at him in disbelief . Stephen felt a bit uncomfortable under her gaze . He thought , " I know Grandpa is the person she cares about most , I didn't want to us but she just accused Dani of stealing her place in front of everyone . " What are people supposed to think of Dani ? This is all Abigail's fault . I'm only asking her to apologize . As long as she does , I won't stop her ! Grandpa 自 Daniella said , " Stevie , don't say that I'm fine . As long as I get to stay with Mom , Dad , Chris , and you , I don't care how Abby treats me ." Stephen felt even more moved . Whatever guilt he had toward Abigail was gone because of Daniella's words He thought , " Dani has suffered so much just to stay with us . And Abigail's still treating her like this ? If I don't stand up for Dani , she'll just keep getting bullied by Abigail " " Abigail , are you going to apologize or not ? Do you really want to give up seeing Grandpa ? " His last words came out in a low voice . After all , threatening Abigail with Wyatt wasn't exactly something to be proud of Abigail looked straight at Stephen , her gaze turning cold as it shifted to Daniella . " Fine , " Abigail said . The corners of Daniella's lips almost curled uncontrollably . The venue went completely silent in that moment . With her long flowing hair and red lips , Abigail looked distant and serene , like someone untouched by worldly noise , wrapped in a quiet aloofness that set her apart , Ralph came down the stairs , and his eyes immediately landed on her figure . His heart skipped a beat . Just as Abigail was about to speak , Ralph's voice broke in , " What are you guys talking about ? " Daniella Git up when she saw him . " Ralphie , is Mr. Fletcher resting now ? " Ralph nodded . " Grandpa asked me to come down and keep you company " Daniella smiled shyly , " Mr. Fletcher is always so thoughtful " Ralph chuckled , his gaze drifting to Abigail , " And I'm not ? " A blush crept over Daniella's face . " Ralphie " ; " Just messing with you guys . What were you saying earlier ? " Ralph asked casually as he looked away . 1/2 21 : 137 Wed 18 Jun : Chapter 24 Daniella gently bit her lip , her voice carrying a hint of sadness . She shook her head . " Malphia , it's thing the found a umtali prele Stephen couldn't stand sering Daniella upset . He turned a blaming glare toward Abigal . " It's all because of Abigal , basi was joe byingi her to explain things to Mom and Dad and make prace , " And then Abigail said Dani took her place in the family , Talk about being ungrateful if she's hold enough to bully Dani right in from of inci how much worse Abigail's treated her when we weren'Laround . " Stephen's anger kept building . " Abigail , aren't you going in apologize in Bani already ? " " Stevie , I'm sure Abby didn't mean it . " Daniella said with a soft smile , looking delicate and gentle . " I'm fina , really . Ralph looked at Abigail . Her face was calm and indifferent , showing not the slightest reaction to Stephen's words . Those clear eyes of hers seemed i carry a faint trace of mockery Ralph thought , " Whatever misunderstanding she has with the Gibson family , she shouldn't have said that about Daniella omeone to get it . Til ghee it to you as He lowered his eyes , his voice gentle . " Dani , didn't you say you liked the new Patek Philippe watch ? I already a gift , so don't let this get to you . " Daniella's eyes lit up , and a blush crept across her cheeks at his words . " Ralphie , you're the best ," Ralph smiled and shitted his tone to something more casual " Stevie , it's my grandpa's birthday party today . Let's not talk about upsetting things Come have a drink ? " he asked . Stephen was still a little annoyed that Abigail hadn't apologized , but since Ralph spoke up , he didn't push it Though the look Stephen gave Abigal w still cold . Before walking off , Ralph glanced at Abigail like it was no big deal . " Abigail , you should come too " No , I'm heading back , " Abigail said , without another word , she turned and left . Ralph watched her walk away , his brows furrowed just a bit " Ralphie ? " Daniella's voice broke his gaze . Ralph called over his cousin , then turned to Daniella and Stephen , speaking gently , " I'm stepping out for a bit . Dani , Stevie , you two head over there first . " With that , Ralph turned around and left . Daniella wanted to call after him , but Ralph was already walking quickly , disappearing from the party in seconds . Jealousy and hatred flickered in Daniella's eyes . She was certain Ralph left because of Abigail . " Abigail " Ralph's voice came from behind Abigail . She turned , a hint of confusion in her eyes . " Mr. Fletcher , is there something you need ? " AD Comment Send gift No Ads 21:13 Wed , 18 Jun Chapter 25