A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Chapter 37

The race was about to start.

Calliope stood by the sidelines, watching Norton climb into his car. As he settled in, he glanced back at her and flashed a quick hand gesture.

Calliope returned the gesture with a big heart sign, her face beaming with a broad smile.

"Go get 'em, my dear bro!"

Her voice was loud enough that Valerian caught every word.

The way how she called Norton was like nails on a chalkboard to him. He was her actual brother, yet here she was, cheering for someone else with smiles.

A wave of irritation swept over him, especially when someone nearby, clueless about the situation,

cheering for you again? You're lucky, having two sisters. Think you could spare

Valerian's expression soured.

the way, I just noticed, your sister's quite the looker. How come I never caught

you compare, she seems even prettier. Lisette may have her makeup on, but

seem so impatient. Why don't you ever bring such a

Valerian's scowl deepened.

always thought she was embarrassing, lacking social graces, and didn't have the refinement or education he admired. In every way, she seemed inferior to Lisette. And

post-race dinners, but his dislike of her gradually intensified for she always

drinks, and showcased various talents. Having Lisette

She's not what you think. Sure, she looks nice, but she's got a weird temper, not much fun at all." Valerian remarked, "She grew up in the sticks,

so?" His friend shrugged. "Well,

...

Lisette both stood near the track. With Valerian absent, Lisette sidled up to Calliope, a hint of challenge glinting in

if you try to provoke Valerian, he won't care about you. You should know I grew up with them. In their hearts and eyes, I'm the one that