Sweet May-December Marriage novel Chapter 36

Chapter 36 The Temptress 

Elizabeth cast a disapproving glance at Charlotte, but she appeared gentle and kind when she looked at Nelson. It was as if she were a caring elder genuinely concerned about her grandson's health. She said, "Nelson, you haven't fully recovered yet. Why are you putting yourself through so much trouble? I was so worried when I found out you had left..." 

Rachel also hurriedly said, "Yes, Nelson. Grandma was really worried about you!" 

Rachel grew up under the care of Elizabeth and was almost like a half-daughter to Nelson's father. She also referred to Elizabeth as "Grandma" just like Nelson. 

Nelson's face was somewhat pale, and his skin appeared as fragile as cold porcelain under the lights, indicating that he was in poor physical condition. He didn't even spare a glance at Rachel, and he responded indifferently to Elizabeth. In a cold tone, he said, "Don't worry. I won't be dying anytime soon." 

Elizabeth was probably accustomed to being confronted, so she didn't mind at all. Instead, she redirected her criticism toward Charlotte. "Since you're adopted into the Clark family as Nelson's future wife, you should talk him out of this! How can you make him to stand up for you?" 

Rachel was warned by Waylon before, so she didn't go along with it. However, judging by her expression, she was clearly taking pleasure in others' misfortune. 

Charlotte never understood why Rachel held such a strong grudge against her. Elizabeth reprimanded her, and she couldn't argue back. After all, Nelson had indeed stood up for her. 

Seeing Charlotte's submissive demeanor, Elizabeth grew even more domineering. "She's undoubtedly an illegitimate child from a humble household! She has no manners at all!" 

Charlotte paid no attention to what others said about her, except when it related to her upbringing and her mother. Those were her sore spots. 

Being a distinguished household with a rich literary heritage spanning a hundred years, the Moore family took great pride in their ability to educate their offspring. 

Before Charlotte could say a word, a deep and impatient voice resounded. Nelson casually seized Charlotte's hand and toyed with it. With a frosty tone, he stated, "That's enough. Madame Clark, this young lady is under my care. It's not your place to lecture her."