As the visitors gradually left Rose Manor, only Bella and Rosalind remained in the vast flower gardens.
The surrounding light dimmed, yet Bellaâs bare face retained a pure, bright allure, like a clear and
radiant moon. This scene sparked a mix of envy and jealousy in Rosalind.
Setting aside all grievances, she must admit that Bella was an exceptional beauty, a diamond among
rhinestones. What woman wouldnât feel jealous when such a stunning woman lived under the same
roof as her man for three years, even if it was all for show?
Rosalind gritted her teeth and approached Bella. She toyed with her long black hair, discarding her
delicate appearance in front of Justin. Instead, she revealed a triumphant smile, as if she were the
victor.
Rosalind asked, âSo, youâve found a new prospect so quickly? Your methods are truly
astonishing. But wouldnât it have been better to do this sooner? No matter how you entangle Justin, he
wonât spare you another glance.â
Bella glanced at her as if dealing with a lunatic and scoffed, âWhy would I want him to look at me? Iâm
not a peacock in the park, and I donât need to flaunt my feathers.â
Rosalind choked on her words for a moment, cursing inwardly. She decided to pull out her trump card.
âNow that weâve bumped into each other, I might as well tell you the good news. Justin and I are about
to get engaged. The engagement ceremony will be on the same day as my birthday celebration.â
âIs that so? Congratulations are in order, then⦠But I wonât be giving you a gift.â Bella spoke with a lazy
tone, showing little interest.
Seeing Bellaâs complete indifference, Rosalind couldnât help but feel infuriated. She felt offended and
retorted, âHuh, even if you act tough, deep down, you must be furious and hateful. But whatâs the use?â
âIn the end, I got Justin, while youâve become the laughingstock of the entire Savrow!â
âAh, Rosalind, every time I see you, either youâre clamoring that you want Justin or flaunting your
relationship with him. Is your life so dull and uninteresting? Other than a divorced man, do you have
anything else noteworthy?â Bella sighed in boredom, feeling that even talking to her lowered her
standards.
Bella pondered, âWhen dealing with such a self-righteous woman, it leaves you with a bad taste if you
donât confront herâ
Rosalind glared at Bella and shouted furiously, âWhat did you say?!â
Bella continued, âI can understand that you want to show off that you have climbed up the social ladder
and married into a rich family, but you should find a suitable confidant. What you regard as a treasure is
garbage that I donât want to look at again. How mundaneâ¦.â
Rosalind screamed, âGarbage?!â
Rosalind was so angry that her face alternated between red and white as she exclaimed, âBella!
Youâre just jealous! The more you curse now, the more it shows how much you care about me being
with Justin! Youâre calling Justin garbage just to vent your frustration. After all, you spent three years in
vain, and it was you who got kicked out by Justin!â
Bellaâs eyes suddenly turned ice-cold. Her cold glare made Rosalind shiver secretly in her heart.
Bella replied, âExcuse me, but you need to know when to stop when things are going well. Just
because I am giving you concessions does not mean you can use my kindness to blabber nonsense in
front of me. Let me remind you for the last time: donât use my tolerance as an excuse to push your luck.
Otherwise, Ms. Ashley, your days ahead might not be so good.â
The name âAshleyâ was like a thunderbolt on a clear day, shaking Rosalindâs soul. Her face turned
ashen, like the bottom of a burnt pot. Her whole body felt a rush of blood. Her breath caught, and she
staggered back a tiny step in panic.
âWhatâs wrong? Why the sudden change in expression?â Seeing Rosalind turn pale, Bella asked with a
smile. âIsnât Ashley your name from studying abroad in Meridan? Iâve never seen someone react like
theyâve heard an exorcism spell just by hearing their name.â
âI donât know who Ashley is⦠Iâve never heard that name. I donât know what nonsense youâre talking
about!â Rosalindâs breathing became more rapid as she attempted to distance herself. After all, the
former Ashley was a lustful, money-hungry woman, far from the pure and virtuous image she portrayed
for Justin now.
Bella squinted her dangerously beautiful, almond-shaped eyes. She approached Rosalind with her
hands behind her back. Taking two steps closer, she leaned forward, revealing a prophetic and cold
smile.