Chapter 7 The Eldridges' Gathering

• "Keep in mind, you have just seven days."
• With this statement, Brayden walked away, leaving with his wife and daughter without a second glance.
• The Marleys could only stand by helplessly as Brayden left.
• Once Brayden was gone, everyone felt a sense of relief.
• Seeing their bodyguards sprawled on the ground, the Marleys members shuddered.
• Brayden was incredibly strong!
• What experiences had shaped him over the years?
• With a sullen expression, Gavin asked, "Dad, what's our next move?"
• Grant scoffed, "A seven-day ultimatum? He must be insane. Just because he picked up some martial arts skills, he thinks he's unstoppable!"
• "Exactly, how dare a mere son-in-law challenge our family? He's clearly lost his mind."
• "I bet that worthless guy escaped from a psychiatric ward. We should stay cautious. Crazy people can get away with anything, even murder!"
• After Grant's remarks, the Marleys snapped out of their shock.
• To them, Brayden was nothing more than a lunatic.
• Why should they take a madman's nonsense seriously?
• "Are you saying this memorial plaque is actually made of gold?"
• Chloe approached the memorial plaque, knocked on it with her hand, and asked with curiosity.
• "That's absurd. This huge memorial plaque is probably just some scrap metal Brayden found and covered with gold paint."
• "A crazy person is still crazy. He probably believes if he paints gold, it turns into real gold."
• "Haha!"
• The Marleys burst into laughter once more.
• "Gavin, when is the important guest supposed to get here? Get rid of this useless clock so it doesn't upset the guest!"
• Grant composed himself and asked Gavin.
• "He should have arrived by now. Let me make a call and check ... "
• With that, Gavin dialed the phone.
• Moments later, his face went pale, "Dad, they said the important guest showed up but already left.
• "That important guest also said our family is dumb and completely hopeless!"
• "What, the important guest came and then left?"
• "I bet it was that lunatic Brayden who frightened the guest away."
• "Definitely. Having someone like him in our family is a nightmare!"
• After hearing this, Grant shouted angrily, "Brayden, I'll make sure you pay for this!"
• Brayden had driven away the important guest, completely sabotaging the Marleys' grand plans.
• It was as if their hopes of becoming a leading family in Baythorn were crushed in an instant.
• As they thought about this, the Marleys were consumed with fury, wishing they could tear Brayden apart.
• ...
• After leaving the hotel, Abigail was still feeling disoriented.
• As for Hope, she was utterly confused, having no idea what had just taken place.
• "Brayden, we ... "
• Abigail glanced at Brayden, unsure of what to say.
• Brayden smiled and reassured her, "Abigail, I understand you have many questions. You've been through a lot, but now that I'm here, I'll right all the wrongs you've endured. The Marleys are only the start!"
• Hearing this, Abigail felt deeply touched.
• For the past five years, she had endured much hardship within the family.
• She had resigned herself to this fate, but with Brayden's return, he immediately gave her the strength to stand tall before the entire family.
• Still uncertain, she asked, "Brayden, will the Marleys really apologize to me?"
• Brayden smiled confidently and replied, "Don't worry. If they don't kneel, I'll make sure they vanish from this world forever."
• As he spoke, a hint of menace flashed across his face.
• Abigail didn't pay much attention to his comments. She thought it was impossible for Brayden to destroy a big family like the Marleys.
• However, his words did make Abigail feel a bit more at ease.
• Ring ... ring ...
• Just then, Abigail's phone rang.
• A short while later, she ended the call, looking troubled.
• Brayden noticed and inquired, "Is something wrong?"
• Abigail paused before replying, "My mom just called. There's a family gathering at my grandpa's house today. They want me to attend and say a few kind words to him."
• Brayden grinned and said, "Perfect, I'll join you. I haven't seen your parents since I returned."
• "Sure!"
• Abigail agreed, and the two of them picked out some presents and headed out together.
• ...
• The Eldridges.
• In Baythorn, they were regarded as a third-tier family.
• Today was the day of the Eldridges' gathering, and their relatives had already gathered at the villa early on.
• Abigail's mother, Hazel Eldridge, and her father, Pierre Marley, stood in the most distant corner of the villa's main room.
• The Eldridges' members glanced at them, their gazes filled with ridicule.
• Under the eyes of everyone, Pierre and Hazel felt incredibly uncomfortable.
• Five years ago, as the wife of the Marleys' eldest son, Hazel was always warmly welcomed when she visited her parents' home.
• But now ...
• Due to Brayden, they had become the subject of ridicule within the Eldridges.
• "Look, Abigail and her daughter are here!"
• "Wait, isn't that Brayden with them? Why has he returned?"
• As Abigail walked into the hall, the Eldridges' members seemed taken aback.
• "Mom, Dad!"
• Brayden paid no attention to the curious stares around him and greeted Pierre and Hazel.
• Seeing Brayden, anger flared up in Hazel's chest.
• If it weren't for him, their family wouldn't have sunk so low.
• "Brayden, why did you come back? Haven't you done enough damage to us already?" Hazel shouted in frustration.
• Brayden, with a remorseful look, said, "Mom, I know I was wrong before. I'm here to fix my past mistakes."
• Hazel glanced at Brayden's modest clothing and scoffed, "You talk big, but how exactly do you plan to fix it?"
• "Mom, please stop. Now that Brayden is back, our family can be together again."
• Abigail quickly intervened, seeing her mother's rising anger.
• In her heart, Brayden would always be her husband.
• Hazel's eyes filled with tears as she looked at Abigail.
• "You silly girl! After all the pain he has caused you, you're still defending him? Have you lost your senses?" she scolded.
• Recalling the humiliation and hardship of the past five years, Hazel couldn't hold back her emotions any longer.
• Brayden declared, "Mom, I'm back to give you and the family a better life!
• "I will never abandon Abigail again. I want to make her the happiest woman alive.
• "As for the Marleys, I've already confronted them. If they don't kneel and apologize to Abigail within a week, I'll ensure the entire Marleys vanishes."
• Brayden spoke with a serious expression, his eyes filled with sincerity.