Chapter 386
Ellinor hung her head, which only seemed to fuel Sheila’s pride even more.
What happens to you? That depends on how sorry you are and my mood!”
At this. Tracy heaved a resigned sigh, advising Sheila gently, “Come on, Sheila, Ellinor’s your sister after all. Don’t be so hard on her!”
Then, turning to Ellinor with a face full of compassion, Tracy said, “Ellinor, you’ve taken Sheila’s place for so long and you’ve ruined her career. But we’ll chalk that up to you being young and dumb, and we won’t dwell on the losses. All you need to do today is give Mrs. Blanchet’s place back to Sheila. Leave here and promise never to show your face again. Never mess up Sheila and Mr. Blanchet’s marriage. Then we’re square!*
“That’s letting her off too easy!” Sheila wouldn’t let it go.
Tracy gave Sheila a look, pretending to admonish her, “Sheila, if not for Ellinor’s sake, do it for your dad’s sake!”
Sheila caught Tracy’s hint, understanding that she was telling her to keep her cool. Dealing with Ellinor didn’t need to be rushed; getting her out of the Blanchet family was the top priority.
So, Sheila backed off, letting Tracy have full control over the situation.
Arnold watched his understanding wife with a mix of love and admiration, along with a hint of guilt for misunderstanding her in the past. He took her hand, saying, Tracy, you and Sheila have had it rough. After all that’s happened, you’re still willing to forgive that ungrateful Ellinor for my sake!”
Putting on a show of tenderness, Tracy replied, “Arnold, what are you talking about?! We’re family!”
Beset by guilt, Arnold’s anger flared. He glared at Ellinor, the cause of all the trouble, bellowing, “What are you waiting for? Aren’t you going to thank Auntie Tracy for her generosity? You’d better be grateful! If not, even if Tracy forgives you, I won’t!”
Ellinor immediately rose from the sofa, bowing deeply in gratitude, “Thank you, Auntie Tracy, for being so generous and giving me a second chance! Don’t worry, I’ve learned my lesson, and I’ll leave right away!”
All members of the Mendoza family were stunned.
Tracy had assumed that Ellinor wouldn’t leave the Blanchet family without a fight, considering the lengths she had gone to secure her place.
She had expected a confrontation, and she was ready to play the victim in front of Arnold, showing how awful Ellinor was.
Imagine her surprise when Ellinor agreed to leave so easily. It was completely unexpected.
Everyone in the Mendoza family was silent. Ellinor lifted her head, looking innocent, “Eh? Why are you all looking at me like that? Are you unhappy about me leaving? If that’s the case, I can stay and make up for my mistakes by taking care of Sheila!”
Sheila came to her senses and replied, “I don’t need you to take care of me! Ellinor, don’t get any ideas. Leaving is what you must do! But before you go, make sure you tell Mr. Blanchet exactly how you replaced me in the Blanchet family. Don’t leave anything out!”
Ellinor nodded obediently, “Okay, I will. But Mr. Blanchet is at work right now and he’s very busy. I shouldn’t disturb him. I’ll tell him everything when he comes home tonight!”
“What? You’re waiting for him to come home from work before leaving?” Sheila frowned, clearly displeased. She wanted Ellinor out of the house immediately!
Ellinor looked regretful, “Sheila, do you want me to call Mr. Blanchet now? You might not realize it, but Mr. Blanchet hates being disturbed at work. If I call him and disrupt his meeting, he might get angry when he comes home, and he might take it out on you”
Hearing this, Sheila instinctively exchanged a glance with Tracy. They both looked worried.
“Alright then! Go pack your things, and as soon as Mr. Blanchet comes home from work, tell him everything and get out!”
