The old Vanessa would have never considered such a match.

But now, her choices were limited. This man had been a great benefactor to the Smith family.

Edwin, still holding his cigarette, crushed it out, ready to leave.

Vanessa blurted out, "It's unfair. I've done so much for you, yet Laura... I've never seen her lift a finger for you."

She lingered, still hoping Edwin would change his mind.