Chapter 46 She Is Just Easily Manipulated Despite pampering their daughter, David and Selena maintained their principles when it came to crucial matters.
âRosie,â David said seriously, âThe hiring standards at Quirk Group canât be compromised over someoneâs status. Alex has already made enough concessions regarding this young man. When Bella joined Quirk Group, she only established a small studio under a subsidiary company, responsible for her own profits and losses. No one pulled strings for her and gave her access to major entertainment industry investments. Otherwise, given that she is the CEOâs wife, why would she only be doing photoshoots and remain a Dâlist model?â
Isabella wondered, suppose I should take that as a compliment right?
right. I entirely on my looks to make a living. Without any professional skills, I certainly cant participate in any serious projects. Even then, I have remained professional during my photo shoots and never tarnished the companyâs reputation.
âDonât bite off more than you can chew. Whatâs with being driver? He knows nothing, yet he dares. to dream of instant success? Why canât he understand that things need to be done step by step?â Selena stated solemnly.
Isabella thought, Dominic had been the type to take things step by step, he wouldâve had work experience by now. Itâs his constant desire to achieve instant success that landed him in this situation.â
Isabella couldnât help but disparage him in her mind. Regarding this matter, Isabella felt that Dominic was incompetent and that breaking up was, in fact, the best outcome.
Listening to everyoneâs comments, Rosalie seemed to have all reasons to salvage the current situation! In the end, unable to bear it any longer, she ran out the door in tears and locked herself in her bedroom.
After learning that Dominic didnât take the job after all, Alexander reached out to Isabella to inquire about Rosalieâs situation.
Isabella reported what happened candidly.
Alexander, however, didnât show any reaction, simply stating. âI understand.â
Isabella felt somewhat sorry for Alexander. He had only tried to meddle a little in his sisterâs affairs, yet he ended up in a whole lot of trouble.
âAnyway, both Mom and Dad think itâs Dominicâs fault Just focus on your work. Donât worry about it anymore.â
There seemed to be a pause on the other end of the phone. âIâm not bothered by it. Such an outcome was expected.â
Isabella wasnât sure if it was her imagination, but when Alexander said those words, she detected a hint of amusement in his tone Could it really deliberate plan to intimidate the other party into backing off? I never expected Alexander to be so cunning.
At night, Rosalie still kept herself locked in her room.
1/5 Chapter 46 She Is Just Easily Manipulated Everyone gradually returned and heard about what had happened during the day.
Christopher let a derisive snort.
âBreaking up without listening to explanations just proves that heâs a stubborn individual. Rosie has been so well protected by us that sheâs too easily influenced by others. If that guy hadnât looked down on the job of a driver, she wouldnât have thought there was any issue. In my opinion, their breakup is a good thing. All we need is to give her some time, sheâll naturally come to terms with it. Later, Iâll introduce her to some handsome guys from the entertainment industry. She can choose from all sorts, from bad boys to sweet guys. Theyâre all better than punk for certain Isabella had a sudden epiphany, alarm bells ringing in her head. Her eyes lit up as she rattled off a list of names to Christopher. âCan I choose from among them?â
She fantasized, An Innocentâlooking young man, a fierceâlooking young man⦠Woohoo!
Christopher wondered, What? Iâm choosing a guy for my sister, not for her. Why is she being so excited?
Suddenly, Christopher felt a chill in the air. He stole a and sure enough, Alexanderâs had taken on a dark hue.
What are doing?â Christopher asked on behalf of Alexander.
âRecently, Iâve been following their drama, theyâre quite handsome. Seeing them in person is a real treat for the eyes,â Isabella said, laughing heartily.
Evian had also watched the drama. Upon hearing , he nodded in agreement.
Immediately, Christopher was having none of it. âGiven my and Alexâs looks, do you guys really need to feast your eyes on someone else?â
âItâs a matter of novelty,â Isabella said with a straight face.
She thought, No matter how handsome you two are, itâs pointless. The fun lies in teasing the shy, uptight hunks until their faces turn red.
fellows here have all shown off their upper bodies on TV, and their physiques are clearly wellâtoned. Who knows, there might even be a chance to feel those abs!
The more she thought about it, the happier she became, causing the corners of her mouth to curl up ecstatically.
Evian responded, âAhem! Iâm going upstairs to check on Rosalie.
Christopher added, âIâm coming ! How can that naughty girl skip dinner?
she throwing a tantrum?â While the two of them were , the moved incredibly quickly.
Isabella wore look of utter bewilderment.
Wait a minute, we havenât decided on which cute guys to bring in to cheer up our girl, have we When she turned around, she found Alexander looking at her with an impassive expression. However, there was something about his that seemed hostile.
Without giving it much thought, Isabella blinked quickened her pace to catch up with the other 2/5 Chapter 46 She Is Just Easily Manipulated intending to check on Rosalie.
Alexander let out a soft sigh. He was just about to leave when he heard the footsteps of his parents from behind.
David stepped forward, gently patting Alexander on the shoulder. âAhem, everyone loves ogling at good- looking people, and young girls like to chase after celebrities. Although itâs normal for Bella to do that, she might not be interested in you anymore if you continue to keep your distance from her.â Leaning in closer, David whispered into Alexanderâs car, âYou might end up losing your wife!â
Selena also stepped forward and glanced sideways. âEven if we take a step back, can you are not at fault? You canât blame Bella. What kind of doesnât allow his wife to touch him? She has no choice but to find a substitute.â
Alexander What did I say?
didnât say anything at all!
has never even tried to do it! How does she know that I to let her touch me?
Unable to bear any further thought, Alexander felt as if his mind was being thrown into disarray. Upstairs, when Isabella arrived, she saw Christopher standing outside Rosalieâs door, fuming with anger. âRight, I simply donât like punk. Iâm utterly against you two being together.â
A muffled voice echoed from within the room, showed its desperation in defending something. âYou⦠just because your relationship didnât work out, you canât stand to see others happily in , I even think youâre not worthy of Luna!â
âYou!â
Isabella thought mercilessly, Rosalie, one: Christopher, zero.
Evian stepped in front of the livid Christopher, who was about to kick down door, and sighed, âRosie, itâs Evie.â
In the room, the distraught Rosalie assumed her sister would take her side.
However, Evian couldnât hold back and said, âActually, I wasnât really in favor of you and that guy. Itâs not about being materialistic or clitist, but in a chauvinistic society, itâs hard to find a man who can tolerate a who is better he is.â
up Evian seemed to recall someone, her eyes gradually filling with disgust. She said, âIf you two end together, he will undoubtedly face criticism and in the future. In the end, he may most likely try to salvage his masculine pride by belittling and mistreating you.â
The moment Evian finished speaking, she heard Rosalie crying out, âEvie, you just everyone Is like that just from your own experience.â
Evian said, âBut judging by his behavior today, heâs definitely not the type who can keep his emotions in check. He isnât willing to set aside price for your sake.â
âYou were too harsh on him. You canât hold him to such high standards. Iâm the one going left speechless.
3/5 Chapter 46 She Is Just Easily Manipulated Isabella thought again, Evian versus Rosalie. Rosalie emerges victorious.
5 Free Coins Evian and Christopher both turned to look at Isabella, their faces wearing indescribable expressions. Then, in a silent agreement, they gestured toward Isabella, inviting her to give it a try.
Isabella thought, donât want to get involved. Itâs so easy to get caught up in the throes of a first love, obsessing over every little detail, and no amount of talking can change that. Besides, it was Dominic initiated the breakâup. Given the extent of his pride, thereâs no way he would reconsider. Whatâs the point in offering comfort when the outcome is already set?
Suddenly, Rosalie could be heard wailing through the door.
Evian and Christopher thought, Rosalie versus Isabella. Isabella wins!
In the following week, Rosalie stayed at home nursing her broken heart alone. Though she still deeply upset, she wasnât one to hold grudges and had long since reconciled with her family. However, there were no signs of a possible reconciliation with Dominic. When the school term began, she reluctantly packed. up her suitcase and returned to her dorm room.
A month later, while enjoying her afternoon coffee in the backyard, Selena suddenly received a phone call.
âHey, hello, itâs me⦠Prof. Wilcox, we havenât been in touch for a while. What happened?â Selena, who been all smiles, suddenly wore a grim expression. âWhat? Youâre saying Rosie gave up on applying for the international exchange student program? How could this be, we didnât hear anything about it?â
âAlright, alright, I understand,â Selena responded hastily. âIâll seek her out and ask her. Thank you for your concern, Prof. Wilcox. Without wasting another moment, she immediately made a phone call.
Evian was also anxiously waiting on the side. After all, that program was the primary reason her sister chose that school in the first place. Regardless of the hardship, she had always strived to maintain her position in the professional rankings. How could she possibly up the opportunity to further her studies at the arts academy overseas?
Upon answering the , she was surprised to hear a manâs voice. âWhat kind of caller ID is this? Who are you?â
âWait⦠Isnât this my daughter, Rosalieâs phone number?â
Rosalie used worldârenowned paintings for the caller ID of family members, making it hard for others to tell who they were.
No sooner had Selena finished speaking than the other party hung up.
Immediately, Selena became anxious thinking that something had happened to Rosalie.
Isabella thought, What *ck? Itâs only been a short while Iâve , and Iâve just missed out on a ton of information thatâs going on? This is outrageous!
Due to being overwhelmed by shock, Isabella didnât notice that the two people beside her had turned their gazes toward her.
Isabella wondered, Could it be that Rosalie has actually learned to keep secrets from her family? She reconciled with Dominic three weeks ago. The reason she gave up her opportunity to study abroad was because Dominic longâdistance relationships.
had made it clear that if she decided to go abroad, they would break up. Hence, Rosalie