Chapter 34 A Tough Battle
On the way to Spencer Manor, Serena found herself lost in thought.
She had heard from Martha about the internal dynamics of the Spencer family. Harrison’s great–grandfather had three wives, each giving birth to a son. Harrison’s grandfather, Albert, was the legitimate wife’s child, but he was the second–bom.
Among Albert’s brothers, his elder brother was from the second wife while his younger brother was from the third wife. Since Albert’s mother was the principal wife, Harrison and his father were part of the direct lineage
For years, the three branches of the family had engaged in both open and covert power struggles. Yet the position of the family head had always remained within the direct bloodline.
Originally, Harrison’s father was meant to inherit the Spencer family after Albert. However, fate had other plans, and he passed away in a car accident 19 years ago
To protect the family’s legacy and prevent it from falling into the hands of the ever–ambitious side branches, Albert devoted everything to shielding the young Harrison, ensuring he grew up safely and healthily.
When Harrison burned 13, Albert sccumbed to less. At the time, Martha was also bedridden due to her own health issues, and power fell into the hands of Harrison’s third uncle, Owen
Harrison’s eldest uncle, Yardley, had initially wanted to fight for control as well. However, he had been poisoned and had only months left to live. His son, Harold, was close friends with Harrison and was deeply engrossed in scientific research. He had no interest in power struggles.
Later, Harrison went abroad, where he lay low in the shadows while steadily expanding his power.
Three years later, upon his return, the first thing he did was seize contral at Spencer Corporation with an iron fist, wresting power back from Owen and securing his place as the head of the Spencer family
Because of this, Owen never accepted his defeat. His daughter, Evelyn, and his son, Lucas, were equally resentful and harbored clear ambitions of their own. Although they appeared submissive on the surface, they had never stopped scheming in the dark. It seemed that tonight would be afercebattle.
As the car drew closer to the Spencer Manor, Serena’s nerves tightened.
Seated on the other side of the back seat, Harrison had his eyes closed in rest.
Suddenly, he said in a calm voice, ‘There’s no need to be nervous. I’m here.”
Serena was startled by his sudden words. She turned to look at him, only to find that he had not even opened his eyes. Her gaze filled with curiosity.
“You didn’t even open your eyes. How could you tell I was nervous?
“Your Breathing is unsteady.”
Harrison slowly lifted his eyelids, his deep eyes seeing straight through her.
Serena instinctively swallowed. It seemed impossible to hide anything from him. Indeed, she had always been completely transparent before Harrison, Every thought of hers was Lad bare under his gaze.
Seeing how tense she was, his voice softened.
“just remember, you’re my wife. You’re the lady of the Spencer family. No matter who tries to upset you, you have every right to fight back. I’ll protect you,” he said.
Serena slowly lifted her gaze, meeting his eyes. There was an uncertain glimmer in hers. “Really? Lean do that?” she whispered, almost hesitantly
“You can. As long as you don’t suffer, Harrison affirmed.
His words sent a tremor through Serena’s heart. For years, no matter what grievances she endured, she swallowed them just to secure a fragile foothold in that emotionally cold bome.
At this moment, he was reassuring her that as long as she did not suffer, he would protect her. These words seemed to make the walls around her crumble bit by bit.
Her eyes welled up with tears as emotions rippled through her chest
Before long, the car came to a smooth stop in front of Spencer Manor
Inside the living room of Spencer Manor, Evelyn was lounging gracefully in a handerated wooden armchair, A two–toned Ragdoll eat nestled in her arms, its every movement Exuding arrogalice
“Grandma, I heard Harrison recently got married. Which helms did he marry?”
Suning nearby, Lucas appeared relaxed with one leg crossed over the other, a mocking smile playing on his lips.
“I thought Harrison was with the daughter of the Quinn family. What happened? Did she dump him?‘ His tone dripped with sarcain.
A sharp gleam flickered through Evelyn’s eyes as if she were calculating something. Then, she volunteered, “If you ask me, instead of giving an outsider the advantage, why not keep things within the family! My husband’s niece is a good match. She’s well–mannered and obedient ”
Martha, of course, Now through their schemes.
She chuckled lightly and did the suggestion outright. No need. The granddaughter–in–law Harry chose for me is just perfect. I’m very satisfied with her.” The rejection darkened Evelyn’s expression. She turned and exchanged a glance with Lucas.
Catching her com, Laces spoke up, “Ola, Grandina, that doran’t sound right. If we’re talking about the future lady of the Spencer Lally, shouldn’t it be someone of equal standing! He continued, “I’ve met my brother–In–Law’s niece. She’s quite nice. Orandina, why not take this opportunity to introduce her to Harrison?”
Martha let out a cold start. “Your brother–in–law married to our faintly. How exactly does nece quality as an equal match to the Spencer family? Upon hearing that, Evelyn’s expression darkened even further, and the man beside her, Wesley Hawthorne, lowered his head in embarrassment. Martha’s sharp gaze swept over them, carrying a clear warning “Know your place. You’re in no position to be commenting on the affairs of the family head.” Evelyn and Lucas fell silent at once.
