Chapter 805 Scheming Against His Own Son
No matter what Isabella was planning, Amelia went to work as usual. As time went by, she became the backbone of the design department, even having a newly-hired intern under her wing.
The intern was a cheerful and optimistic person. When she observed that Amelia was patient and friendly, she did not hesitate to ask questions.
After Amelia taught the intern the ropes, she received a text message from Tiffany. When she opened the text message, she saw that Tiffany had invited her to dinner, mentioning that it would be just the two of them.
After thinking for a moment, Amelia agreed and took the chance to ask if anything was up. However, Tiffany said she was fine, only wanting to meet as they had not eaten together for some time.
At night, Amelia called Oscar to tell him she was eating dinner with Tiffany. Thus, there was no need for him to pick her up.
Soon, Jolin dropped Amelia off at the place she agreed to meet Tiffany for dinner.
When Amelia went inside, she saw that Tiffany was already seated.
Amelia took a good look at her best friend. As they had not met for a few days, she could tell instantly that Tiffany had lost weight as her cheeks were hollowed.
She walked over and sat down before going straight to the point. “Tiff, did the Hissons stop providing you food and clothes?”
At that, Tiffany was confused and answered, “No. Why did you ask that?”
“If not, why did you get skinnier? You were a bit chubby before you get married. Although it’s only been less than a year since you were married, it seems you had gone through famine by how skinny you got. People who don’t know you probably thought you’re a beggar,” Amelia stated with obvious dissatisfaction.
After hearing that, Tiffany’s expression stiffened. However, she chose not to answer Amelia’s question but call for the waiter to order food instead.
When they were finished ordering, Tiffany said, “It’s good to be a bit skinnier. I look better.”
Amelia scrutinized her sharply and uttered, “Tiff, tell me the truth. Is Mrs. Hisson making things difficult for you again? If Derrick doesn’t have the capability to protect you, I’m having second thoughts about if you should still continue with your marriage.”
Tiffany shook her head and took a sip of her coffee, answering, “That’s not the case. I didn’t eat much recently as I don’t have much appetite. Plus, his mother would criticize me once everyone is not around, so it made me lose my appetite more. That’s why I lost so much weight.”
Amelia furrowed her eyebrows. “Tiff, did something happen at home?”
Tiffany placed her cup down and sighed. “It’s nothing much. For the past few days, Crystal kept on appearing in the Hisson residence, and Mrs. Hisson would always praise her. This makes me feel very uncomfortable.”
Amelia felt that Kate was going too far.
Tiffany shrugged and changed the topic. “Let’s not talk about her. I want to have a pleasant meal with you today.”
At that, Amelia nodded.
After the duo quietly finished their meal, they exited the restaurant. Lifting her hands, Tiffany hugged Amelia before letting go a while later. “Babe, I’m stronger than you think. Don’t worry.”
Amelia looked at her and replied, “You can tell me whatever that’s bothering you. There’s no need to suffer alone.”
“I know that. You’re my only friend. Who else am I going to tell except for you?” Tiffany answered with a smile.
Observing her expression, Amelia decided not to say anything else after seeing that she seemed fine.
After sending Tiffany off, she got into Jolin’s car.
“Jolin, let’s go back home.”
“Sure, Mrs. Clinton.”
After Amelia returned, she played with Tony for a while before getting Oscar to bathe him. Then, she walked into the study and gave Tiffany a call.
Very soon, the call was connected.
“Are you home yet?” she asked.
“I just got back because I was spending some time wandering on the streets.”
“It’s fine as long as you got home safe. I’m going to take a shower now. You should go and get some rest too.”
“All right. Let’s meet again next time.”
After hanging up the phone, Tiffany parked her car and walked into the living room. When she saw Derrick accompanying Kate and Crystal drinking coffee, a glint flashed across her eyes.
Sitting on the couch opposite them, Derrick noticed she was back and immediately placed his cup down. Then, he walked over and held her hand. “Are you tired?” he asked gently.
The uncomfortable feeling in Tiffany’s heart dispersed along with Derrick’s actions.
Shaking her head, she walked toward the couch along with Derrick.
“Ms. Halliwell, you must be quite free to be here when it’s so late,” Tiffany stated emotionlessly while looking at Crystal.
Crystal took a sip of her coffee and replied, “I’m not as busy as you. Everyone was waiting for you to eat dinner just now, yet you didn’t show up. Except for Derrick and me, everyone else at the table was our elders. You’re quite impolite to make so many elders wait on you. Of course, you’re the daughter-in-law of the Hissons, so I’m not in any position to say anything about you as I’m from another family.”
Tiffany glanced at Derrick, and the latter circled her waist and explained, “Don’t take it to heart. I’ve already explained to Granddad that you were having dinner with your friends. Granddad said it was fine.”
Tiffany nodded, though she knew how Kate would make a big fuss over it.
Crystal pursed her lips and added, “Derrick, you spoil your wife way too much.”
Glancing at Tiffany, Kate snorted but did not say anything else.
Derrick grasped Tiffany’s waist and said, “Mom, I’m going to bring Tiff upstairs to rest. There’s a press conference for a new movie tomorrow. Tiff will need to attend since she’s the screenwriter for it.”
Kate merely nodded and did not blame her.
While Derrick pulled Tiffany upstairs forcefully, Crystal stared at their leaving figures until they entered the bedroom.
Meanwhile, Kate took Crystal’s hand and softly patted the back of it. “Crystal, be honest with me. Do you still love Derrick?” she asked.
A blush appeared on Crystal’s cheek as she answered straightforwardly, “Mrs. Hisson, I’ve been in love with Derrick for so many years. If it’s so easy for me to forget about him, I wouldn’t still be here. Unfortunately, he’s now married to someone else and doesn’t think anything about me.”
Kate smiled. “It’s fine as long as you like Derrick. I’ll help you. You saw how Tiffany ignored me under Derrick’s protection. I can’t get along with her at all. I feel like my lifespan will decrease day by day if she continues to be a part of the Hissons. I can’t let her continue to be my daughter-in-law if I want to live longer.”
A smug look flashed across Tiffany’s eyes. However, she pretended to be puzzled and asked, “Mrs. Hisson, how are you going to help me? Derrick is deeply in love with Tiffany. Even if a misunderstanding formed between them, he’ll never love me.”
Kate had a scheming look as she answered, “Even if he does not love you, he’ll still marry you out of responsibility once you have his children. I’ve always wanted you to become my daughter-in-law, after all.”
“Do you have a plan?” Crystal put on a calm front and asked, gripping her cup tightly as she suppressed the excitement and nervousness in her heart.
Then, Kate whispered near her ear.
When Crystal heard what she had to say, she widened her eyes before calming herself. Nervously, she asked, “Even if we managed to trick Derrick into sleeping with me, won’t he get angry once he knows the truth?”
“It’s fine as long he doesn’t find out. Nobody other than us knows about this, anyway. As long as you can get pregnant, I doubt Tiffany would be shameless enough to continue to stay here,” Kate answered sinisterly, narrowing her eyes.
She hated Tiffany to the point that she did not mind sabotaging her own son to force them into a divorce. In her eyes, Derrick’s happiness was nothing compared to her hate for Tiffany.
“I’m scared if we do this, Derrick will hate you. This is something I don’t wish to see.” Crystal faked to be sensible and said. “Why don’t we find another way?”
Kate smiled and replied, “Crystal, you’re a good kid. Don’t worry. I know my son quite well. All my efforts are just to find him a woman that could assist him the most, and you’re the most suitable candidate.”
Lowering her head to conceal the smugness flashing in her eyes, Crystal replied, “I’ll follow whatever you say, then.”
Upon hearing that, Kate’s smile widened. “Good child. Once you become my daughter-in-law, we can go shopping or play poker with your parents. Since you’re also from a prominent family, I’m sure you can get used to our lives very quickly. My husband and I are rooting for you.”
Crystal nodded, and Kate felt pleased by how obedient she was.
