A Bride’s Revenge: No Longer The Back Up by Cozy Season

Chapter 52

Chapter 52

When Igor heard that Gwen had sold Ariana to Vance, he froze. “Mom, if you sold Ariana to Vance, what about Mr. Lodge?”

“Mr. Lodge?” Gwen’s face darkened at the mention of his name.

“Ariana completely offended him. Do you think the Lodges will still accept her? It’s better to sell her off while someone’s willing to pay.

“Even if she ends up as the lady of the Hubbords, it’s better than having her stay here and compete with you for the family inheritance!”

With a bang the door to the Torrey residence was suddenly kicked open.

Gwen jumped in fright at the abrupt noise. She looked up and saw Ariana standing at the door.

Ariana to show up here.

and distant, and Gwen started feeling

and respectful to you. Dad treated you well too, and yet

I did it all for your own good!” Gwen retorted matter–of–factly. “You can’t be Mrs. Lodge, and being Mrs. Hubbord isn’t too bad at all.

to hide her disgust upon hearing Gwen’s shameless

talk to my mom like that!” Igor stepped before

yourself lucky that Mr. Hubbord takes a fancy to you. My mom was just finding you a good match. Do you even realize how you might never get married after offending Mr. Lodge? Who else would dare marry you?”

each other, Ariana cackled. Her almost hysterical laughter sent

Ms. Lambert meant

stepped forward. “Of course. I’ve always had your best

smiled faintly as she eyed Gwen’s hypocritical face. “What a shame. Mr. Kingsman just announced our relationship tonight, and yet you sold me off

Vance’s room, his face was purple with fury. He said he’d come to you for

Gwen froze. Her voice was trembling as she asked “Mr. Kingsman? Are you talking about

could it be?”

“Are you perhaps saying that Mr. Kingsman is interested