Chapter 100

• Liza had long known that the Stone Family was far from harmonious. As the head of the family, Gavin, often referred to dismissively as the “illegitimate child,” had faced endless resistance. Many within the family couldn’t accept his position and worked in the shadows, hoping to undermine him at every turn.
• The pressure for Gavin to marry was likely just another tactic to control him—an attempt to forge connections and gain leverage. But the last thing they expected was for Gavin to introduce an outsider like her, someone entirely unexpected. It was clear to Liza that her presence in the Stone Family would not be welcomed. On the contrary, she could expect hostility and countless efforts to make things difficult for her. And to make matters worse, she would have to act like a loving wife in front of everyone.
• Her mind raced as she weighed the pros and cons. Walking away from this situation would certainly mean avoiding the immediate drama and keeping her life peaceful—for a while, at least. But deep down, she knew she couldn’t run forever. If she was going to face the Stone Family, why not do it now and enjoy a Michelin-level feast in return? From this perspective, it didn’t seem like a terrible deal.