Rebirth Revenge Is Everything (Ariana) novel Chapter 411

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Without much thought, it was clear that the eldest branch of the Stone family had completely fallen from grace. The second branch was somewhat manageable, but the eldest branch's extortion of fifty billion from their own family was something no one could stomach. The despicable methods they employed were beyond the pale, far exceeding what any reasonable person could endure.

However, in the end, the eldest branch of the Stone family managed to avoid prison. Old Mr. Stone, a man who valued his reputation above all else, would never allow outsiders to mock the Stone family, especially not over internal strife leading to imprisonment. Thus, Old Mr. Stone decisively severed ties with the eldest branch, removing their names from the Stone family registry.

From that day forward, the Stone family would no longer acknowledge the eldest branch as their descendants, and the eldest branch would not receive a single penny. This verdict left the uncle and his wife on the verge of fainting, while Arnold stood frozen in place as if he could never have imagined such an outcome.

After all, since childhood, Arnold had been the most favored in the Stone family. Especially as he grew older, when it became 'known' that Lambert was not a true member of the Stone family, Old Mr. Stone had focused his efforts on grooming Arnold, who seemed at least passable. Back then, Arnold would never have dreamed that one day his name would be erased from the Stone family registry.

And not a single penny to his name... reduced to the kind of ordinary person he had always looked down upon. At this realization, Arnold's face turned ashen.

As for the second branch, Old Mr. Stone simply sent the couple abroad. As for Finley and Gwen, he said nothing more. After all, they had not been involved in the scandal, so he let them off the hook. Compared to Arnold, their fate was far better.

And so, the storm that had raged within the Stone family finally came to an end—

Meanwhile, Lambert made a grand and unmistakable entrance into the public eye, signaling to the other prominent families that the next heir of the Stone family might have been chosen.

...

At that time, Ariana had already returned to their home. She was playing with building blocks with their son, who had just turned one. Little Lucian had a much sunnier disposition than Lambert. He was always cheerful, beaming at everyone he saw, and could entertain himself even when no one was around to play with him. He was truly endearing.

When Lambert returned home, this was the scene that greeted him. The corners of his mouth involuntarily curled into a soft smile. He first approached Ariana, gently placing a hand on her slightly rounded belly, and whispered, "Has the baby missed me?"

Ariana sighed in exasperation. "It's only been a few months. The baby isn’t even fully formed yet, okay?"

Lambert ignored her protest. "I’m sure our daughter misses me. I’ve been dreaming about our adorable little girl these past few days. She’s calling me 'Daddy.'" It was clear that Lambert was utterly enamored with the idea of having a daughter, his words brimming with joy and laughter as if it were already confirmed that they were having a girl.

Ariana watched Lambert’s elated expression, her heart suddenly heavy. She couldn’t bear to shatter his illusion.

After basking in his own delight for a while, Lambert finally asked, "By the way, what were the test results? Is it a girl?"

Ariana chuckled softly, her tone laced with resignation. "I’m surprised you even remembered to ask." The way Lambert had been talking earlier, one might have thought he’d already seen the test results himself!

But...

Ariana knew he hadn’t. If he had, he wouldn’t be wearing that expression right now.

Her eyes filled with an even deeper sympathy. Finally, under Lambert’s expectant gaze, she cleared her throat and said, "I’m sorry to disappoint you, but it’s another boy."

Lambert: "..."

Ariana teased with a playful wink, "And they're twins."

Lambert: "..."