CHAPTER 852: CHAPTER 531: WHERE THERE IS OPPRESSION, THERE IS RESISTANCE

Florence Wilder’s face turned awkward; she hadn’t expected Ivy Miller to confront her in front of so many people.

She lowered her eyes, looking somewhat hurt: "I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have meddled."

Nathan Rhodes patted her hand: "There’s nothing for you to apologize for. In my eyes, you’re family, she’s an outsider."

Ivy Miller grinned: "Really? Well, it seems I’m someone who enjoys doing unnecessary things.

Last time Twilight Group faced difficulties, you must know it was all because you offended people, right?

Due to your way of conducting yourself, Twilight Group was almost driven to bankruptcy.

If it weren’t for me, do you really think the Sullivan family could have survived?

At that time, you and my dad went around begging for help, seeking financing. In the end, who helped you?

Was it those partners you trusted, or was it this person beside you whom you call your own?

Mom, surely you haven’t forgotten, it was me who pleaded with James Yinley to spare Twilight Group."

"Ivy Miller, what are you so proud of," Nathan mocked as he looked at her: "No matter what you do, Twilight Group will never be yours."

"That may not be certain. Before he left, James Yinley told Henry Sullivan.

If the Sullivan family treated me poorly, he would definitely stand up for me again.

Only this time, if he makes a move, he won’t give Twilight Group any room to survive.

Mom, sitting here in the spotlight, I assume you feel quite impressive.

But what if one day you truly fall from heaven into dust?

Do you think those who flatter you, those who kiss up to you?

Will they step forward to help you, or will they kick you into hell?

Ultimately, who will always stand behind you, whether you’re rich or poor, to take care of you until your old age? It’s me and Henry.

I really don’t understand, why do you treat me this way?

Is it just because I’m tolerant? Because my family is poor?

Mom, you really got it wrong, my family isn’t poor at all; my family is far wealthier than the Sullivan family.

My dad is a soldier defending the country, and my mom is a university professor.

Many times, many people advised my dad to change careers and go into business, but he refused.

Why? Because in my dad’s eyes, his feelings for defending the country are always far nobler than money tainted with the smell of copper.

As for my mom, she’s dedicated decades to nurturing countless pillars for the nation, which you don’t know.

I have a loving dad and a caring mom; this love, I wouldn’t trade for ten billion.

What my parents taught me is love and faith; what about you? What did you give Henry?

Let him marry a wealthy family’s daughter, let him take off the military uniform he prides himself on to earn this stinky money.

Do you really think having luxury mansions and cars means being wealthy?

Your actions have hurt your own flesh and blood countless times.

Mom, I pity you, truly."

Ivy Miller spoke passionately and fervently, completely unaware of how many behind her were afraid and watching the drama unfold.

When she finished speaking and saw Nathan’s angry face, she realized she had embarrassed her.

But it doesn’t matter; this mother-in-law also needs someone to stand up and pull her out.

If this keeps going, she might not know her own limitations.

"Ivy Miller, you ungrateful woman, get out of here. Our Sullivan family doesn’t need a daughter-in-law like you."

Ivy Miller nodded tightly: "Alright, I’ll leave. Mom, you can continue enjoying this falsehood here."

At this moment, Henry Sullivan came over from the crowd, stepping forward to embrace Ivy Miller’s shoulders.

Ivy Miller paused when she turned to look at him: "Honey?"

Uh-oh, he must have just heard her speaking against his mother.

"Henry, you’re here just in time. This daughter-in-law of yours is simply outrageous; do you know what she just said to mom?"

Henry Sullivan looked at her: "I know, I heard every word of it.

I think what she said was right; each word was sincerely advising you.

Director Rhodes, you should carefully think about my wife’s words.

It was indeed because of her plea that the other party spared you in the Twilight Group crisis.

James Yinley also did say that if our Sullivan family hurt Ivy, he wouldn’t spare Twilight Group.

I’ve already signed the documents to sever ties with your Sullivan family, and I’ve had them notarized by a lawyer.

Therefore, even if Twilight Group truly faces any misfortune in the future, I won’t step in to clean up the mess.

However, I can promise you this: if Twilight Group goes bankrupt in the future and you and my dad are homeless, I will definitely take good care of you until you grow old.

Unless you’re really determined not to seek our assistance even then, then I won’t oppose you continuing to act recklessly."

Henry Sullivan’s words made Nathan clutch her heart in pain: "Henry, you’re... you’re crazy."

The good son she raised actually said such things in front of so many people.

Does he want her dead?

Damian Sullivan rushed over; seeing the situation here, he knew it must be the two of them causing a scene again.

He stepped forward to Nathan: "What’s going on."

Nathan turned to hold Damian’s hand: "It’s all because of you; look at this good daughter-in-law you found. She dared to say such things about me in front of so many people. What’s this supposed to be? I’m a mother-in-law."

Damian Sullivan looked at Ivy Miller, then said to Nathan: "Stop talking nonsense; I know Ivy’s character."

"Then are you saying I’m being unreasonable?" Nathan frowned, unable to save face in front of so many people.

Damian Sullivan said nothing in a deep voice, and Ivy Miller stepped forward to bow to Damian Sullivan: "Dad, I’m sorry, I did say many things in public just now.

As a junior, to openly defy one’s mother-in-law is indeed wrong.

If my parents knew about this, they would also scold me.

This is my upbringing; my upbringing tells me to tolerate and be forgiving.

But... I truly couldn’t hold back just now. From tonight when my mom saw me until now, no matter how much I tolerated, she didn’t see it.

She said everything she wanted to say in front of so many people.

I’m really sad; I’m your family’s daughter-in-law, not a dog your family bought with money.

I never asked the Sullivan family to give me a grand wedding, not even a proper wedding.

I never asked the Sullivan family for millions in dowry, dozens of luxury cars; I asked for nothing from you and came in empty-handed.

The reason I decided to be the Sullivan family’s daughter-in-law was because I felt Henry was reliable when I first saw him, unrelated to the Sullivan family’s background.

After registering the marriage, I’m part of the Sullivan family, and I’m well aware, but I haven’t freeloaded off your Sullivan family.

I believe I’ve been a dedicated daughter-in-law.

You’ve hurt Henry’s heart, and I’ve always been speaking for you.

Henry didn’t want to see you; it was me who listened to your advice and came to work at the company, trying to ease the family atmosphere.

I don’t know what more I can do to make my mom feel that this daughter from a poor family isn’t here to take advantage of yours.

In this marriage, you’ve gotten more from me than I’ve received love from the Sullivan family, haven’t you?

I don’t ask for my mom to like me; I just ask that when my mom speaks about me, she gives it a little thought.

When Henry was at my house, my parents were always kind to him. I’m not asking for equality; I’m just asking for the most basic respect you can give."