A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Chapter 160

Calliope stumbled upon the news online.

She skimmed through the comments, noting how some people called her a drama queen while others expressed envy. Of course, some tried to compare her with Lisette, desperately trying to pit them against each other.

Upon seeing the negative remarks, Portia went ballistic in their group chat of four.

Archie joined in with Portia, adding fuel to the fire.

Mavis, however, remained relatively calm, advising them to stop. She assured them that everyone would realize just how incredible Callie was one day.

But Calliope wasn't particularly bothered by the insults.

"People can say what they want," she thought. "Their words don't affect me."

Her mind was more occupied with the thought of Lisette's birthday party that evening. She decided she had to dress to impress, even if it meant outshining Lisette.

mother, Zelda, insisted she keep it low-key. As a result, they never seemed like they were celebrating together.

often left to linger in the corners and told to stay quiet so she wouldn't reveal her lack of

or display her artistic talents. As a child, Calliope had wanted to shine, too, but Zelda always dismissed

good enough," Zelda would say. "Don't

eyes, Lisette was the epitome of excellence, the one to bring

eyes. If they didn't want her to be the belle of the ball, she'd do exactly that-outshine Lisette. She no longer cared

She had planned to have someone prepare a dress for her, but

dress to her, complete with matching

here's the stylist's number. Call him when you're ready, and he'll come and

up."

and Mr. Myers

to the party on time. You can head over

Let him know it's no big deal

for someone like Silas. So, he didn't need to be there. She would make a statement, and dragging Silas along wasn't