He banished his wealthy mother after finding his sobbing partner forced to wash dishes
Previously: When Brandon found Maya crying in a dirty apron during his upscale party, he didn't expect his mother to be the cause. The truth he uncovered changed their family forever.
The Aftermath of the Storm
Victoria's jaw dropped in disbelief. In her world, no one—especially not her own son—dared to speak to her with such disrespect. Her cheeks flushed a deep, angry red beneath her flawless makeup. She stepped forward, her heels clicking aggressively against the hardwood floor.
"You would banish your own mother for her?" Victoria hissed, gesturing wildly toward Maya. "After everything I have done for you? I built this life for you, Brandon! If you throw me out tonight, do not expect a single dime of your inheritance. I will strip you of everything."
Brandon didn't even flinch. He kept one arm wrapped protectively around Maya's waist, his gaze cold and unyielding. "I don't care about your money, Mother. I care about my family. And right now, you are a threat to it. Get out before I have security escort you to the gates."
Realizing she had lost her grip on him, Victoria sneered, adjusted her champagne gown, and swept out of the kitchen. Within minutes, the music stopped, and the confused guests began to filter out of the estate, whispering among themselves about the sudden end to the glamorous evening.
Once the house was completely silent, Brandon guided Maya to the living room sofa. He brought her a warm cup of tea and sat beside her, holding her hand. "How long has this been going on, Maya?" he asked, his voice thick with guilt.
Maya looked down at her lap, her voice barely a whisper. She explained how Victoria had been visiting the house while Brandon was at work, constantly reminding Maya of her humble background. Victoria had threatened to use her immense wealth and high-priced lawyers to take custody of their infant daughter, Lily, if Maya ever tried to marry Brandon or complain about her treatment.
"She told me I was just a temporary incubator for your heir," Maya cried softly. "I was so terrified of losing Lily that I did whatever she asked of me."
Hearing the depth of his mother's cruelty, Brandon felt a sickening pit form in his stomach. He realized that Victoria's arrogance wasn't just snobbery—it was a calculated attempt to destroy his relationship and control his life.
”He realized that Victoria's arrogance wasn't just snobbery—it was a calculated attempt to destroy his relationship and control his life.