Goodbye My Arrogant Ex (Marguerite and Leonard) novel Chapter 321

“Aaron, you probably won't believe me if I say I've never cared about Grandmother's inheritance. But honestly, I don't need to explain myself to you. We come from completely different worlds—why should I bother justifying anything?”

“But let me make one thing clear: even without your family’s money, Leonard and I would still live a good life—maybe even better than now. At least we wouldn't have to deal with all your meddling and constant drama.”

“Leonard is more than capable—he could excel at any company in this city. And if he ever decided to start his own business, he'd do just as well. So, really, we're not afraid. Even if you handed the company over to your side, what difference would it make? We’re here for Grandmother, not for the money.”

Marguerite had never spoken so boldly before, but for Leonard’s sake, she found her courage. There was no doubt in her voice—only determination.

“Leonard has poured so much into this company. Thanks to him, countless problems have been solved, and it’s only because of his hard work that the company is where it is today. What have any of you contributed? And now you show up and point fingers at him—do you even hear yourselves?”

“He’s not alone anymore. I’m by his side. And so is the entire Taylor family. If you keep pushing him like this, don’t blame me for pushing back. I’ll protect him, no matter what. I won’t let him run himself ragged any longer, only to be criticized by your whole family for his efforts.”

“We’ve held our tongues for Grandmother’s sake—her health comes first. She’s already in such a fragile state, so why are you still fighting in front of her? Don’t you want her to get better? She’s your mother, after all.”

Marguerite knew she was overstepping, that as an in-law, these weren’t words she should say to the elders of the family. But she couldn’t stay silent any longer—they needed to hear it.

“What right does she have to talk to us like that? Who does she think she is? Why didn’t you say anything back just now? You just let her walk out like that?”

Once Marguerite was gone, Aaron finally snapped out of it and turned on Edith, his eyes full of blame.

“You didn’t say a word either! So why are you blaming me now?” Edith shot back, her tone sharp and defensive. The truth was, Marguerite’s confidence had left them both speechless—neither of them could find a thing to say.