Chapter 172 The Price of Betrayal

Chapter 172 The Price of Betrayal

Noticing Rachel's unusual actions, Xander turned back to look at her, his face icy.

His sharp gaze felt like a blade, making Rachel feel her blood was freezing.

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"No, no, Xan, it's not what you think. She stole your emerald guardian angel pendant. I saw it. I asked her to give it back, but she refused. I only tried to help you get it back, so....

"So you hurt her. His voice was icy and bloodthirsty, with no trace of warmth, as if the temperature. around them had plummeted.

Rachel's heart skipped, her gaze filled with fear as she looked into Xander's cold eyes.

Xander had been cold to her in the past, but not like this. Never had he looked at her as if he wanted her

gone.

"I didn't mean to

""Apologize to her," Xander commanded.

Rachel's heart simmered with anger. Her face stung, and the more she thought about it, the angrier she

gol

"You're so unfair, Xan! Yes, I accidentally hurt her, but she hit me! She slapped me. My face was and she even kicked me! I...

"If you don't apologize, leave. Don't come back here. Ever." Xander's tone was merciless.

Rachel couldn't believe her ears. Xan wanted her to leave? And never come back?

Especially the word ever felt like a dagger.

Rachel glanced at Isabel, then quickly lowered her gaze to hide the anger and resentment.

This was all because of Isabel!

Isabel appeared, Xan had never treated her this

She hated her!

swollen,

place in Xander's heart was far more significant than she'd imagined. If she wanted to deal with Isabel, she'd have to be subtle, like when she dealt with Yvette. No traces. Isabel, wait. One day, she'll watch

But for now

Patience was key.

decided to swallow her pride for now for the sake of her

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her with a calm expression, raising an eyebrow defiantly. "I don't accept your

What?

Rachel hadn't expected that.

accepted. Who says I

hurt Yvette, there was no way she was accepting

Isabel, his eyes lighting up. He felt a refreshing change in perspective. Isabel's defiance might seem unyielding, but it

right! Just because someone apologizes doesn't mean you have to accept it. Especially if it crosses your

he said coldly,

leaving? Do you want me to escort you out?" Xander's

hesitated, knowing he was severe and that nothing

turned to leave, Xander's voice echoed from behind

better to wait a few days until things

hers. Whatever she wants, she can take. There's

froze and looked back,

was also staring at Xander,

He wasn't done.

then looked at Isabel, smiling slightly as he placed her hand

The room fell silent.

Isabel locked eyes, both

of emotion; the other had feelings beyond

covered his eyes and turned away.

honestly in tears, thoroughly

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