When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 637

Asher was desperate to know who Lemira's backer was, besides Thaddeus.

Mrs. Waverly studied Asher’s face. Seeing that he genuinely seemed unaware, her mood suddenly brightened.

Lemira hadn't bragged to the Langstons about Orion's identity?

It seemed the rift between Lemira and her family was even deeper than she had imagined. This was good news; at least it meant Asher wouldn't be siding with his sister.

Asher tentatively said, “Mrs. Waverly?”

Just then, Thaddeus walked over. “The questions your reporter asked were a bit sharp. Do you have a problem with me?”

All it took was one phone call for Thaddeus to find out who had arranged for the reporter.

He needed to feel out the situation: was this attack aimed at Lemira, or at him?

Mrs. Waverly’s smile became more genuine. “I’m sure many people were wondering on what basis Lemira was standing on that stage. Now, after this test, everyone can see she has real talent.”

But Mrs. Waverly still suspected that something had gone wrong, that Lemira had somehow gotten the questions in advance to answer them so perfectly.

She was sure her own nephew, who was as thick as thieves with Orion, was behind it.

Thaddeus glanced at Stella. “You shouldn’t bring Stella out to these things. And you should think more carefully about the character of the man you want marrying into the family. Nothing is even set in stone yet, and bringing him out like this is bad for Stella’s reputation.”

Stella gave a polite smile. “It’s alright, Asher.”

Because of her leg, most of the older boys and girls in her social circle were quite protective of her.

Asher, hearing this, felt a prick of irritation. “Mr. Draven, if you have a problem with me, just say it. You don't have to be so indirect.”

Thaddeus replied bluntly, “Glad we’re on the same page.”

Asher’s face fell. But before he could respond, Evelina stepped forward. “Mr. Draven, I know you have an issue with Asher because of Lemmy. But in a family conflict, the fault is never one-sided. I’m sure Lemira has her own shortcomings.”

Asher caught on. “If you have a problem with me because of Lemira, Mr. Draven, then I have nothing more to say.”

“Alright, now. I’ve met Ms. Langston a few times, and I have a sense of her temperament. A family squabble is hardly a major issue.”

Asher smiled and nodded. “We certainly do. We can’t afford to embarrass the Langston name.”

Evelina’s eyes darted around. “But what about Lemira? If she goes, she’ll probably just pick a fight with us again.”

Evander nodded in agreement. “Yeah, nothing good ever happens when Lemira’s around. We shouldn’t let her go.”

Evelina thought the same. If Lemira went, she would undoubtedly steal her thunder again.

Without Lemira, she would be the one and only Miss Langston.

Asher glanced over at Lemira, who was surrounded by a crowd of people, shining like a star.

He snorted. “True. She said it herself, she doesn’t need to rely on the Langston family.”

At this critical juncture, he couldn't let Lemira crash the Waverlies’ party and drag the family down.

Hearing this, Evelina was overjoyed. “Asher, then I need to buy a beautiful dress. I won’t let our family down.”