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

Chapter 99

“What on earth are you talking about, Mr. Lodge?”

Ariana looked at Brian with an innocent expression. “I was in the middle of a perfectly good shower when you barged in. How exactly is that my fault?”

“You…”

Brian’s words faltered as he stared at her.

Wrapped in a towel, Ariana’s long, slender legs were on full display. Her wet hair spilled over one shoulder, and droplets of water clung to her collarbone, creating an undeniably captivating sight.

Noticing his intense gaze, Ariana tightened her grip on the towel and asked, “Is there something you need, Mr. Lodge?”

“Why did you rip the uniform?”

Faced with Brian’s accusation, Ariana feigned innocence. “Rip what? Mr. Lodge, I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

Brian’s voice turned cold. “Don’t play dumb, Ariana. What were you trying to prove by tearing the uniform? Was it rebellion? Or were you just trying to get my attention?”

of confusion, “I honestly don’t know

going to frame me, at

refusal to admit her guilt, Brian sneered. “Oh, really? Then come with

pulled her downstairs, his grip tightening

floor, they found Avery still gathering the torn

were in tatters. Ariana glanced at them and said firmly, “I

clearly

to Brian. “Mr. Lodge, I saw Ms. Torrey cut these

the one accusing

I damaged these clothes, you’ll need another witness, won’t

room at the time, Mr. Lodge. Ms. Torrey must be making this up out of fear

If you don’t believe me, we can check the surveillance footage.”

of the footage, Avery’s confidence grew. “Fine! Let’s check it! But Ms. Torrey, don’t regret this. You’re digging your own

glanced at Brian, who remained impassive. “Mr. Lodge,

turned to Emily and ordered,

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