Chapter 73 Hostile Confrontation

• Harry gazed at the beautiful smile on Cora’s face, suddenly reminded of a poem that described the unparalleled beauty of a young lady who could turn heads wherever she went. However, upon understanding the meaning behind Cora’s words, the cynical mask he had deliberately maintained on his face cracked just a little. “I can always congratulate them after they get married,” he remarked. He hoped that Jane could have what she wanted, but he had never considered that she might bear an heir for Byron. It wasn’t until then that he realized there were some things he couldn’t achieve on his own. “That should be fine. Both Dr. Yoris and Mr. Hansen have good looks, so I’m sure their children will surely inherit their charming appearance.”
• Cora noticed Harry was beginning to shy away from the topic, so she poked at him to add salt to the wound just like he did. As expected, Harry could no longer maintain the fake smile that he plastered on his face. “Does it really concern you whether they have children or not? Why are you, a third-wheel in their relationship, so eager about it? Are you planning on becoming a stepmother to his children?” Unfazed, Cora pretended not to notice that something was amiss with Harry. “Being a stepmother would work for me. I will have children without having to put in any effort. When I’m in a bad mood, I can vent my frustrations on them without feeling guilty. Quite thrilling, don’t you think?” “You are truly wicked.”
• In the face of Harry’s sarcasm, Cora smiled and asked, “Had you never considered being a stepfather?” They locked eyes, and the feeling of being seen through by Cora made Harry uncomfortable. “Don’t talk nonsense... My girlfriend is waiting for me, so I’ll get going.” With that, he fled the scene. After watching Harry’s embarrassed retreat, the smile on Cora’s face quickly faded. Harry doted on Jane, even though they weren’t blood relatives. It was obvious he liked her. Because the woman he fancied had crossed her, Cora decided she wouldn’t mind having a hostile confrontation with Harry. After successfully getting rid of Harry, Cora was about to leave and return to her room to pack her luggage, but someone blocked her way.