Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

“Juliet is here too,” Willow said, her face stiffening as she forced a smile. “Isn’t work keeping you busy? How do you have time to stay at home…”

One after another, they came to ruin her plans!

Juliet was known for her straightforwardness. At home, she spoke her mind without regard for others’ feelings. Muff occasionally scolded her, but never harshly, so Juliet’s candid and free-spirited nature was understandable.

“Mrs. Ward, do I need to report my work schedule to you?” Juliet glanced at her and spoke indifferently.

Everyone in the Reed family knew about Willow’s interest in Jasper. Juliet didn’t like this scheming woman, especially after hearing that Willow and Lily had once tried to make things difficult for Tina. She had no intention of being polite.

Willow’s expression froze for a moment. “What are you talking about? Our families have been close for generations. As your elder, it’s only natural for me to be concerned about you.”

“Hah!” Juliet laughed mockingly as she walked into the living room and sat between Tina and Willow, pushing Willow aside. “Mrs. Ward, why are you here again? Didn’t Grandpa scold you enough last time?”

Willow felt as if she had been slapped in the face, feeling utterly uncomfortable. “What are you talking about, Juliet? You must be mistaken.”

If she had known Juliet was here, she would have brought Lily along. With her daughter, the medical genius, by her side, she would have felt more confident and assertive.

“Really?” Juliet smiled nonchalantly and looked at the coat in Willow’s hands. “This style is too old-fashioned. It’s not for Tina, is it? It suits you better.”

Old-fashioned? Suits her better? Willow was instantly furious. Wasn’t this a roundabout way of calling her old?

“What do you mean by that?” Willow could no longer maintain her composure. “I sincerely bought this gift for Tina. This kind of embroidery is rare; how can you say that?”

She looked aggrieved, tears welling up in her eyes.

Juliet rolled her eyes and said irritably, “Mrs. Ward, my uncle isn’t here right now. Who are you putting on this act for? Me and Tina? Do you think we care about your cheap tears?”

Willow’s expression stiffened, anger almost bursting from her eyes. But she held back and said, “Juliet, you’re being too harsh. I’m giving Tina a gift out of kindness, and you call it old-fashioned right in front of me. Is this how the Reed family teaches their children?”

Willow was a renowned pianist with many admirers who idolized her. She often carried an air of arrogance and always tried to assert herself as the matriarch in front of Tina.

Juliet was speechless. “This coat is indeed old-fashioned. Can’t I say that?”

She turned to Tina. “Tina, am I wrong in my assessment?”

Tina finally lifted her eyes slightly and glanced at the new coat. “The seams are outdated, the decorations are too cumbersome, and the color is very dull.” She scoffed lightly and returned to playing with her phone. “Michelle’s work is getting worse.”

Michelle had once sought Tina’s advice, which she had casually given. But Michelle’s work had always been inconsistent; this time was no exception.

Willow couldn’t believe her ears. That was Michelle! A world-renowned designer! Many wealthy people lined up to buy his clothes, yet Tina dismissed it as worthless.

“Did you hear that? I told you it was old-fashioned.” Juliet crossed her arms and smiled smugly, making Willow grit her teeth in anger.

But she didn’t dare retaliate because Muff was resting inside. If things got too noisy, she might be kicked out again.Text © owned by NôvelDrama.Org.

Lily had warned her to be patient and not act rashly unless she was absolutely sure of success.

For power and the title of Mrs. Reed, Willow was willing to endure hardship now for future gains.

Having suffered from impulsiveness before, Willow swallowed her anger and said softly, “Tina, I mean no harm. I know there were some misunderstandings between you and Lily, but I’ve always treated you like my own daughter.”

“Whatever I’ve said or done has always been for your good.”

Tina sneered and lifted her chin slightly. “Do you think anyone can just become my mother?”

She hadn’t even become the true matriarch of the Reed family yet but already wanted to boss Tina around like a mother.

Was she worthy?

Willow felt irritated but suppressed her anger and said calmly, “I know your mother passed away early, but life goes on for everyone else; we can’t live in the past forever.”

“Jasper has been looking for you all these years because he can’t let go of his feelings for your mother. He’s a man of deep emotions; as his daughter, shouldn’t you support him rather than hold him back?”

Tina’s eyes turned cold instantly.

The atmosphere grew tense!

“Shut up!” Juliet noticed Tina’s displeasure and grabbed a teacup from the table, splashing its contents onto Willow’s face forcefully. “If you want to enter the Reed family, you’ll need our approval first!”

A whole cup of tea splashed onto Willow’s face made her scream in surprise as she stood up hastily.

Her face and clothes were soaked with tea stains.

Even the expensive embroidered coat she had bought was now stained with tea.

“What are you doing!” Willow shouted angrily.

Juliet didn’t even spare her a glance and instructed the maid directly, “Mrs. Brown, see our guest out.”

She picked up the branded shopping bag that had held the coat and tossed it disdainfully at Willow. “Take your things and get out of the Reed family home!”

Did they really think they could bully the Reed family by coming over every few days?

“You!” Willow’s face turned red with anger as she lunged forward to slap Juliet.

But just as she raised her hand, someone grabbed it firmly, rendering her immobile.

“Let go of me!” Willow turned angrily to scold whoever had stopped her but froze when she saw Jasper standing behind her. “Jasper… weren’t you supposed to be away for a few days…”

Jasper looked furious; he had clearly witnessed everything that had happened earlier.

“Mrs. Ward,” he said coldly, “I believe I’ve made it clear before: my daughter does not need anyone else’s discipline.”

“And likewise, no one from my Reed family needs your reprimands!”

Willow was terrified and shook her head desperately trying to explain herself. “It’s not what it looks like! Jasper-this is all just a misunderstanding-I never meant…”

“Never meant what?” Jasper flung her hand away in disgust as if touching it repulsed him. “Didn’t understand my words?”