Chapter 1318:
“You must remember that neither you nor your father are true Bensons by blood. | took him in from an
orphanage. It was | who gave him the opportunity to marry, and to have you.”
She paused, then added, “I transformed the fate of your entire family. Yet, because you didn’t receive the
company shares, you chose to hurt others. I'm deeply disappointed.”
Pearce interjected, his voice firm, “You're upset about not getting the shares, but remember, she left you money
and apartments. She even made sure your allowance was paid promptly and sought out a suitable partner for
you. How could she overlook the good you've done for her? Your greed, both you and your father, knows no
bounds.”
Thea bit her lip, remaining silent. The weight of the words hung in the air, heavy and uncomfortable. After a long
silence, she suddenly stood up and rushed out of the room.
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As she stormed out, Pearce’s anger deepened.
“What does she think she’s doing, running off like that? I should go and bring her back.”
Felicia sighed, shaking her head.
“No, let her be. Her presence here only aggravatesfurther.”
She turned to Elyse and said gently, “Elyse, would you like to stay for dinner tonight? We never had a chance to
share a proper meal together.”
Elyse looked at Felicia and saw a hint of eagerness in her eyes.
“Yes, | would like to.”
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A smile spread across Felicia’s face.
“Wonderful. I'll ask the cook to prepare your favorite dishes. Let's enjoy a nice dinner together.”
Felicia felt a genuine sense of happiness from having so many people around her.
Elyse could tell that the old lady was truly lonely.
“Grandma, could we move somewhere private to talk?” Elyse suggested.
Felicia nodded and led Elyse to a study at the back of the house.
Once inside, Elyse closed the door and helped Felicia into a chair.
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“Grandma, are you truly planning to give the shares to me? | think Thea might be right. She's been taking care
of you, and | haven't really done anything for you. It doesn’t seem fair forto receive the shares.”
Felicia gently patted Elyse’s hand, her gaze tender and unwavering.
“There's no one more deserving than you, my dear.”
Elyse shook her head, her voice tinged with humility. “But Grandma, | don’t feel worthy of these shares. | haven't
been by your side the way Thea has. Despite her intentions, she’s cared for you all these years. | can’t hold a
candle to that.”
A wistful smile graced Felicia’s face as she reached out to caress Elyse’s cheek, her touch filled with unspoken
affection. Elyse’s features reflected memories of her son, Rickey.
“True, you haven't been here—neither in presence nor proximity—but every tyou've stood before me, the
bond between us has been undeniable,” Felicia sighed, her voice heavy with emotion.