Chapter16
“Okay.”
As Tim left, Chase’s sister, Yonnie, came over. Ashley had seen her in the news. She hadn’t expected to meet her here.
“Yonnie.”
Yonnie frowned.“What are you doing here?”
It’s PA University’s centennial.”
Yonnie almost forgot Ashley graduated from PA University. What was Ashley doing here? She was not an honorary alumnus, wasn’t she?
Yonnie just wanted Ashley to show up less so she wouldn’t embarrass the family. Yonnie stated her purpose, “Barney missed your cooking. I’ll send him to your place later.” Barney was Yonnie’s son, a year or two older than Sam. Yonnie was distant from her son, who was increasingly rebellious. He liked Ashley’s cooking.
Except for Chase’s grandmother, no one in the Sterling family treated Ashley with respect. Barney treated Ashley as a maid. Ashley had tolerated his disrespect for Chase’s sake. But now, on the verge of divorce, she wouldn’t compromise anymore.
“Sorry, Yonnie. I’m busy tomorrow.” She would focus on her career. After the divorce, wouldn’t waste her time on them.
she
Yonnie was surprised. Ashley had always been accommodating. She assumed Ashley must be busy. She didn’t like it.“Chase and Sam aren’t with you. What are you
so busy with?”
Ashley inwardly sighed. She’d centered her life around Chase and Sam. Yonnie’s comment stung, but she wouldn’t be like that anymore.
