‘Flynn was obedient to Gunnar and me when he returned. He’d still listen to everything I said and never argued. Now, he’s speaking to us, his parents so rudely. I’ve doted on Flynn since childhood. I can’t believe he’s talking to me like this for Bonnie’s sake!’
The more Sydney thought about it, the angrier she became. Her breathing became rapid, and her face reddened.
“Did Bonnie put a spell on you or something? Why are you standing up for her now? You realize you’re going against your parents, right?”
‘We’re doing what we do for his sake, yet he’s speaking up for an outsider. Flynn is pissing me off!’
“What do you mean by that, Mom? Bonnie impressed me with her capabilities and character-nothing else! I’m not the only one she has impressed, either. Give her time, Mom and Dad. I believe you’ll be impressed with her, too.”
Flynn thought his parents misjudged Bonnie. Hence, he tried his best to persuade them otherwise.
However, Sydney’s expression darkened. “Bonnie’s character and capabilities impressed you, huh? Hmph, you must be under her spell, then. Did you forget how she almost got you kicked out of the country? She even threatened to forbid you from returning for a decade!
“Has anyone else treated you so poorly? You have her to thank for all your sufferings, yet you’re sticking up for her. You must have a screw loose. That’s why you don’t know what you’re doing now!”
“I know what I’m doing. You and Dad are the ones who are clueless!” Flynn wanted to tell them Bonnie’s true identity to show them the truth. However, Bonnie had forbidden him from doing that, so he could only bite his tongue.
Meanwhile, Sydney stared at her son. She knew he would take Bonnie’s side, no matter what. With that, a deep sorrow replaced the rage she felt in her heart. Sydney could not help but tear up.
“Flynn, you used to be so obedient and understanding. Are you even the same well-behaved and considerate son we once knew?” She thought back to Bonnie’s despicable face, and a profound hatred flashed in her eyes.
“It’s all Bonnie’s fault! You wouldn’t be like this if it weren’t for her! She has warped your mind. You’ve had the worst luck in life, my poor son. I wonder if there’s still hope for you, Flynn.” Suddenly, Sydney clenched her fist, and her expression grew grim. “I swear I’ll never tolerate Bonnie’s presence in our family! I won’t quit until we’ve kicked her out of the family!” Gunnar’s expression stiffened as he said, “You have my support, dear! Flynn is our only son, yet Bonnie turned him into this sorry mess. Of course, I won’t let her get away with it!” Flynn grew anxious. He could not believe that his parents insisted on teaching Bonnie a lesson. “Aren’t I doing well now, Mom? What in the world are you two talking about?” “Save your breath, Flynn. We’ve long wanted Bonnie out of the Knight family and Arvandor. You can say whatever you want, but it won’t change our minds,” Sydney said firmly.
Naturally, Gunnar took his wife’s side. “Your mom’s right. We’ve decided not to settle until we ruin Bonnie for manipulating you. We’ll never accept someone as vicious and heartless as her to be a family member.”
Flynn saw his parents’ stubbornness and clenched his fists. He sighed, trying to suppress his frustration. Ultimately, he could not stand it, wanting to tell them everything.
“You two keep saying you want to kick Bonnie out of the family and Arvandor. Well, do you know who she is? H-Here’s the truth. Sh-she’s the pillar of the scientific research world. She’s Ms. Bonita!”
