Chapter 4
After a brief silence, Jack’s voice turned cold.
“Evelynn, let me make this clear–I’ve never had a mistress.” |
“Today is our engagement banquet. You’d better not cause any trouble or test my limits!” []
“And another thing–my daughter skipped her exam today just to attend this event. She should be arriving after class. Today will be the first time you meet her, so go outside and greet her properly.” []
Lucy had already slashed several bloody marks across my face. I was tortured to the point of wishing for death, my body drenched in blood. Evelynn’s relatives, meanwhile, were fueling the fire, urging them to strip me of what little clothing I had left.
Lucy wiped the sweat off her face and quickly instructed Evelynn, “Go outside and wait for your daughter.” []
“She’s the future heir of the Torres Group, raised by Jack himself. Until you’ve had a son, you need to leave a good impression on her.”
Evelynn nodded, composed herself, and walked to the lobby entrance. []
Meanwhile, I was dragged into a corner. Despite my miserable condition, Evelynn’s family still wasn’t ready to let me go.
Every relative of Evelynn’s seemed to be here today, gathered around Lucy, showering her with praise.
“Evelynn has always stood out, even as a child. I knew she was destined for greatness. And look–she’s marrying into the Torres family!”
“That’s right, Lucy. You’re officially part of the upper class now.”
“Don’t forget us later! If we need help and call, make sure you pick up.” \[]
“I heard the Torres Group is insanely wealthy. Evelynn’s life is just too good to be true.”
Surrounded by such flattery, Lucy laughed with smug satisfaction. []
“Of course! My daughter is beautiful and more than worthy of Jack.” []
“When the groom’s family arrives, don’t embarrass us. These are important people. And no packing up leftovers–they’re rich. and so are we now. A meal or two doesn’t matter anymore.” []
Everyone nodded enthusiastically.
Suddenly, someone noticed something sticking out of my nearby backpack.
“What’s that?” ]]
Lucy, sharp–eyed and quick, snatched up the bag and pulled out a photograph. []
It was a picture taken on my 18th birthday, showing the villa my dad had bought me as a coming of age gift. []
Chapter 4
Lucy’s expression darkened as she examined it. “This photo… Is that Rivera Sea, the most expensive neighborhood in the city?” ||
Someone gasped. “Rivera Sea? I’ve heard of it. The houses there are all luxurious villas and cost a fortune.” []
Lucy erupted with anger.
She glared at me, shouting loudly enough for everyone to hear, “Unbelievable! You filthy tramp–how dare you con a villa out of Jack?” |
“Don’t even think about keeping it!” []
With that, Lucy ripped the photo into pieces in front of everyone and delivered a hard slap to my face.
