After Prison I Rushed into Marriage with a Comatose Tycoon-Chapter 121: 250

Hearing Chairman Willow’s words, the people present couldn’t help but whisper amongst themselves.

"The Willow family’s heiress? Since when did the Willow family have an heiress? Don’t they only have sons?"

"Even if they did have a daughter, it would never be Eliza Sutton. I know people from the Sutton family; she’s been their daughter since she was a child."

"Chairman Willow, are you sure you haven’t made a mistake?"

"Eliza saved my father’s life not long ago, and he grew so fond of her that he decided to adopt her as his goddaughter. My father also said that even though she is his goddaughter, she is to be considered a true young lady of the Willow family. We will be holding an adoption ceremony in one week, and we hope you will all grace us with your presence."

After saying this, Chairman Willow looked apologetically at Master Lockwood and said, "Mr. Lockwood, my sincerest apologies for stealing your thunder at the Lockwood family’s banquet. Please forgive me."

"It’s a small matter. We’re all family here, no need for such formalities." Master Lockwood was in exceptionally high spirits.

It had been his decision to have Eliza Sutton marry into the family, all so her exceptionally auspicious birth chart could protect Shane Lockwood. And indeed, Eliza had not disappointed.

However, the fact that Eliza had been in prison still bothered him to some extent.

But now, Chairman Willow had publicly announced that Master Willow was adopting Eliza as his goddaughter and would even hold a formal adoption ceremony. This meant that her status as a goddaughter wasn’t just a casual title—she was now, for all intents and purposes, a true young lady of the Willow family.

Although the Willow family couldn’t compare to the Lockwood family’s century-old legacy, they were currently the fastest-rising family in Seabourne. Their young lady was a worthy match for Shane Lockwood.

After this announcement, no one paid any more attention to Amelia Sutton. People would even quietly move away whenever she approached.

It was as if Amelia Sutton were a plague.

Amelia Sutton was furious, but there was nothing she could do.

What could she do if people ignored her?

These were all young ladies from prominent families; she couldn’t force them to do anything.

When she saw even Brenda Preston avoiding her like the plague, she could no longer hold back and finally exploded.

"Miss Preston, what are you hiding from? Am I a plague? This wasn’t your attitude when you were telling me to cause trouble for Eliza Sutton." Amelia Sutton threw caution to the wind. "I wonder what Shane would think of you if he knew you encouraged me to embarrass Eliza at this banquet? He wouldn’t be happy about it, to say the least."

No matter how flawed Eliza Sutton was, she was still Shane Lockwood’s wife. He could disdain her himself, but he wouldn’t let Brenda Preston play petty tricks.

The color drained from Brenda Preston’s face. How could she not know this? 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

She immediately forced a smile. "Miss Sutton, what are you talking about? How could I ever ignore you? I was just a bit distracted and didn’t notice you."

Amelia Sutton sneered.

Brenda Preston pretended not to hear it and said with a beaming smile, "Actually, I completely understand. Your anger isn’t directed at me, but at Eliza Sutton. If I were you, I would also be upset seeing her basking in the spotlight like this. It’s just that we miscalculated this time. Attacking Eliza’s background and past in a setting like this might embarrass her, but it can’t do any real damage.

If we could find some real dirt on Eliza Sutton—the kind of stain that could never be washed away—I believe both Master Lockwood and President Lockwood would kick her out. Even the Willow family, who are backing her now, would abandon her. Don’t you agree?"

’Dirt on Eliza Sutton?’

’A stain that could never be washed away?’

’The only thing that fits that description... is that incident.’

Ever since Chairman Willow publicly expressed his approval of Eliza Sutton, even more people flocked to her side, each offering their sincere congratulations.

"Master Lockwood, Mistress, when you two have your wedding, you must send me an invitation!"

"Of course."

Eliza Sutton also smiled, but no one noticed the impatience hidden behind it.

Shane Lockwood noticed. He frowned. "Eliza Sutton, is the thought of having a wedding with me really so unbearable?"

Eliza Sutton looked at Shane Lockwood and said with unwavering sincerity, "Yes. It’s an incredible hardship."

’Ever since her mother, Clara Leighton, passed away, she had worked tirelessly, never daring to relax for a moment. All she wanted was to be Eliza Sutton, not just someone’s wife.’

’Agreeing to that wedding was an act of desperation.’

’Now, Shane Lockwood was awake. She had saved his life. That was enough.’

Shane Lockwood could tell, of course, that Eliza Sutton was speaking from the heart. He was a little confused but not angry. After a long moment, he simply said, "Fine. I understand."

Just as Eliza Sutton was about to say more, the head of security, Aaron Lancaster, approached and whispered in Shane Lockwood’s ear, "President Lockwood, the people from the second branch are threatening to kill themselves if they aren’t allowed to leave the Lockwood estate."

...

Shane Lockwood took Eliza Sutton with him to see the members of the second branch.

When they arrived, the family of three from the second branch each held a sharp dagger to their own throat.

Fabian Lockwood cried, "Let us go, or we’ll die right here!"

The bodyguards standing guard were hesitant to act. No matter what, Fabian Lockwood was of Lockwood blood, and as bodyguards, they couldn’t bear the responsibility for his death.

Shane Lockwood maneuvered his wheelchair inside, his gaze sweeping over the people in the room. He said lightly, "I heard you’re planning to commit suicide. How ambitious of you."

Seeing Shane Lockwood, Fabian Lockwood shouted, "Shane Lockwood, hurry up and tell your men to stand down! Otherwise, don’t blame me for actually killing myself!"

Fabian Lockwood’s tone was incredibly arrogant as he said this.

He had a reason to be so smug.

He may have done something despicable, but he was still a Lockwood by blood.

The old master valued the Lockwood lineage; he would never let them all die.

Seeing Fabian Lockwood’s triumphant expression, Eliza Sutton couldn’t help but laugh.

Fabian Lockwood became enraged. "What are you laughing at?"

"Seeing you all makes me think of a number," Eliza Sutton said with perfect sincerity. "250. Also known as a complete idiot."

’Seriously.’

’How clueless do you have to be to threaten Shane Lockwood with your own life?’

’They must have a hole in their brains.’

’And what’s even weirder is that they’re doing it with such self-righteousness. If that’s not a complete idiot, what is?’

Fabian Lockwood flew into a rage. "You little bitch, you dare to insult me!"

With that, he charged at Eliza Sutton, brandishing the dagger as if to finish her off first.

Just as Eliza Sutton was about to make a move, Fabian Lockwood was pinned to the ground by the bodyguards.

Fabian Lockwood’s face was pressed to the floor, like a turtle flipped onto its back. He squawked and shrieked, "Shane Lockwood, what kind of hero are you, having your bodyguards deal with me? Let me go if you have any guts!"

Lord Lockwood and Florence Young began shouting as well.

"Shane Lockwood, Fabian is your cousin! How can you treat him like this? Do you have no conscience?!"

Florence Young screeched, "Where’s the Master? Someone get the Master to see this! Shane Lockwood is using his power to disregard his own flesh and blood! Master, come and see! Shane Lockwood, he’s trying to wipe out us members of the Lockwood family!"

"I think you’re mistaken, Aunt," Shane said. "I never planned on wiping out any members of the Lockwood family. You’re right, harming a Lockwood wouldn’t do my reputation any good."

A glint of triumph flashed in Florence Young’s eyes.

’She knew Shane Lockwood would hesitate to act for fear of the consequences.’

’This was good enough.’

’As long as Shane Lockwood was wary of them, they could find a chance to turn the tables.’

Just as the members of the second branch were plotting their next move, a huge, white figure silently padded into the room.

"ROAR!"