Reborn From Ashes novel Chapter 279

But it was all too late now.

Charlotte realized that she had hurt the person who loved her the most, ultimately driving him away from the family. Now, it was up to her to make amends.

Her words earlier had made the entire room tense and silent. Everyone looked at each other awkwardly, unsure of what to say.

"Alright. That's enough. Go on with your own matters," Charlotte said casually, turning to leave.

Even if Morgan had wanted to bring up the matter of the company shares again, he no longer had the chance.

How could he continue asking after treating his own mother this way? It seemed he'd have to wait for another opportunity.

"Mom, we'll walk you back to your room," Julia and Anna quickly offered, following Charlotte to her room.

"That woman is really petty! It's just a birthday. What's with her attitude? Who does she think she is?

"Who would even bother celebrating birthdays at her age? It may make sense if she was still young. But now, she's just getting more annoying!" Francis's face was filled with disdain as he stared at the closed door upstairs.

His voice was cold, laced with irritation and anger.

"Dad, don't be mad. Let her sulk if she wants to. We don't have to get upset! It's just a birthday. I'll say something nice to appease her.

"But the shares are what really matter. Once I secure them, then you can get mad all you want!" Morgan comforted Francis thoughtfully, his eyes glowing with excitement.

He couldn't wait to get his hands on those company shares!

"Right now, the only thing that could lift my spirits is Lily! If she can come back with the gemstone, that would be perfect!