# Chapter 778: A Poisonous Scheme at the Dinner Table
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 778 of "My Accidental Husband is a Billionaire Reviews." This chapter is absolutely filled with tension, manipulation, and a terrifying secret brewing behind a warm family dinner—so grab a snack, settle in, and let's dive straight into the story!
The quiet hum of the bustling household was suddenly broken by a sharp, unexpected voice at the doorway.
"What are you doing here?"
Fiona stood there, her eyes fixed directly on Selena, her tone laced with suspicion. Selena nearly jumped out of her skin, her heart thumping wildly in her chest. But she quickly recovered, turning toward Fiona with a sweet, practiced smile.
"Oh, I was just seeing if there's anything I can help with," Selena said innocently.
Fiona stepped closer, her gaze unwavering. "No need. You're a guest here now. Please, step out."
But Selena wasn't about to back down that easily. "No, no, really! I can help serve the dishes," she insisted, already grabbing a plate of greens and hurrying out toward the dining area.
Yet fate seemed determined to trip her up. Before she could even set the plate down on the table, Gavin appeared beside her, his brows furrowed in confusion.
"Didn't you say you weren't feeling well and went to the restroom? What are you doing here?"
Selena's heart twisted. She cast a pitiful glance in Keira's direction, then let out a soft, sorrowful sigh. "Ryan brought us here to try to fix things, didn't he? I said something earlier that upset Uncle Lewis and Aunt Keira. I thought... if I did a bit more, maybe they'd see I'm not all bad."
Gavin paused, clearly taken aback by her words.
Selena continued, her voice trembling just slightly. "I know I'm just an illegitimate child and no one really likes me. When Dad used to visit my mom, I had to be extra good, do more work, and act mature, hoping he'd notice me a bit more. I'm not upset. I just want everyone to be happy."
She gently placed the plate on the table, letting her words sink into Gavin's heart like a slow poison.
And it worked. Seeing her try so desperately to earn acceptance, Gavin felt a pang of empathy deep in his chest. As an orphan who grew up in the Cobb family, he knew exactly what it meant to live under someone else's roof, to walk on eggshells, to keep your head down just to avoid conflict. That feeling was engraved in his bones, and it surfaced at that moment.
His fists clenched. Without thinking, he grabbed Selena's hand. "I was wrong. We don't have to stay. You shouldn't be putting up with this."
Selena's plan had always been to make Gavin feel guilty, but if they left right now, how could she possibly make sure he drank the soup? No, no—she couldn't let that happen.
"No, it's fine," she said hastily, forcing gentleness into her voice. "I want to make things better. I'm really not upset."
Gavin frowned. "You don't need to suffer like this!"
Before Selena could respond, the commotion caught the attention of the others nearby. James spoke up, waving them over. "What's going on over there? Come on, it's time to sit down."
Selena quickly patted Gavin's hand, calming him, and led him to sit at the far end of the long dining table—in the most isolated corner she could find.
The table was crowded with people, and conversations swirled into a chaotic buzz. Voices had to rise just to be heard across the room. Gavin and Selena sat far away from everyone else, almost in their own quiet little bubble.
Unfortunately, that bubble was directly across from James and Kate, a pair known for their complete lack of tact. Kate leaned forward, her curiosity burning bright. "I heard your dad was killed by your mom and her lover? Is that true?"
Selena's face darkened, but she said nothing.
Kate wasn't trying to be cruel—she was simply blunt and loved gossip. This time, she was genuinely curious.
Selena lowered her head, her voice soft. "It's a misunderstanding."
"A misunderstanding? I thought so. What kind of mistress would kill her own sugar daddy? That'd be the dumbest thing ever! People are spreading such crazy rumors these days," Kate said, shaking her head.
Those words hit Selena like a slap. Her eyes welled up with tears.
James chimed in, trying to help. "Hey, don't cry. If it's a rumor, what's there to be upset about?"
Selena said nothing, but inside she was fuming. These two never knew when to stop! Her hands trembled as she reached for her food. Maybe it was the shock from Fiona earlier, or maybe it was the fury building inside her because of James and Kate—either way, her body felt weak, heavy, drained.
What Selena didn't realize was that her advanced cancer was slowly draining the life from her. Her arms had become frail and thin. She managed to take a few bites of food, trying to push down the rising nausea.
Gavin noticed immediately and poured her a glass of water. "Are you okay?"
Tears welled up in Selena's eyes again as she looked at him. "I'm fine, just a bit overwhelmed... I did live here once, you know..."
Gavin sighed deeply.
Then Selena's gaze flickered toward the soup in front of them. Her plan clicked back into place. "You should have some of the soup."
"Alright."
Gavin lifted the lid and peeked inside. The broth looked fresh and milky.
Selena grabbed a spoon and took a sip herself. The rich, delicious flavor rolled across her tongue. What a shame, she thought. This delicious soup was destined to be Gavin's undoing.
With that thought, she took another sip.
Seeing her drink the soup without any issue, Gavin felt reassured. He picked up his own spoon and took a few sips as well.
At the other end of the table, Keira and Lewis sat close together, chatting quietly.
Keira leaned in, her voice low. "I noticed you've installed a lot of new cameras around the house, even in the kitchen. What's up with that?"
Lewis shrugged casually. "With Lion back in Crera, you never know. I'm just being cautious."
Keira sighed. "Fair enough."
But she couldn't help thinking it was overkill. Who installs so many cameras in their own home?
Just as the thought crossed her mind, a sudden retching sound erupted from the far end of the table.
And the room fell silent.
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Reader's Impressions & Star Rating:
Wow, this chapter was a slow-burning storm of manipulation and tension! Watching Selena twist every situation to her advantage is both fascinating and horrifying. She plays the victim so well that even Gavin—who has every reason to distrust her—can't help but soften. The details about her cancer and the soup just add another layer of dread. You can feel the trap closing in, and yet everyone around her remains blind. The atmosphere at the dinner table is so thick you could cut it with a knife. I also love how the author reminds us of Lewis's new cameras—will they capture everything? This chapter was perfectly paced and left me hanging on the edge of my seat.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.8 / 5 Stars
Next Chapter Prediction:
Given the sudden retching sound at the end of the table, it's highly possible that Gavin—or maybe even Selena herself—has begun to show symptoms of something sinister. I predict next chapter will involve a chaotic struggle as Keira and Lewis realize something is deeply wrong. The cameras Lewis installed could reveal the truth, but will it be too late? And with Selena's own health failing, her scheme might unravel in ways she never expected.
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