Chapter 1055: Rude

Sonya turned to Estella, who was hiding behind Roxanne. "Essie, come home with me." Estella clung tightly to Roxanne's clothing. Hearing Sonya's words, she recoiled in fear. "I just met Ms. Jarvis," she whispered, "and Grandma looks scary. I didn't want to go to kindergarten, but she wants to discipline me like Ms. Pearson!" The memory of Sonya's harsh expression overwhelmed her.

Sonya, realizing Estella's fear, apologized softly. "I'm so sorry, Essie. I must have scared you that day. I promise it won't happen again. You're my precious princess." She reached for Estella's hand, frustrated by her granddaughter's preference for Roxanne.

Instantly, Archie and Benny darted forward, shielding Roxanne and Estella. They wouldn't let Sonya take Estella.

"Control your children!" Sonya snapped, glaring at Roxanne. "They snuck Essie out of the Farwell residence, and now they're preventing me from bringing her back. Do they consider Essie their sister?"

Conflicting emotions surged in the boys' hearts. They didn't know Estella's mother, but they felt like half-siblings. This strengthened their resolve to protect her.

Roxanne, aware of the children's bond, remained silent. Sonya stepped forward, attempting to push past the boys. Roxanne instinctively grabbed Sonya's wrist, protecting her children. For a moment, they stood frozen before Sonya pulled away, scowling. "Like mother, like son," she sneered. "No wonder they're so mischievous."

Roxanne, stung by the criticism, retorted, "Mrs. Farwell, you can criticize me, but it's rude to attack the children."

Sonya, her pride wounded, shrieked, "What did you say?"

Roxanne remained unfazed. "You claim to love Essie, but have you considered why she's afraid of you? Your so-called love is just ego."

Sonya trembled with rage. She looked at Estella, hoping to refute Roxanne, but Estella only cowered. Her behavior seemed to confirm Roxanne's words.

"I told you, Essie can't handle stress, yet you forced her against her wishes," Roxanne stated firmly. "I doubt you truly love her."

Sonya exploded. "You know nothing! Essie is a Farwell! We decide how she's raised. It's none of your business!"