Betrayed, Then Back For Blood

Chapter 23

Briar rarely attended parties abroad. First, she wasn’t interested in the fake, schmoozy scenes. Second, for certain reasons, she had to maintain some mystique, with many details in her profile being fabricated.

Not attending parties didn’t mean she was unfamiliar with the etiquette. It was not like walking the red carpet, where the main character had to make a grand entrance.

“Oh really? Saving the best for last?” Briar’s icy stare raked over the family crammed in her doorway–their fake smiles twisting the knife deeper with every “for your good“.

Edgar was dressed quite formally today, even matching his outfit with Halle’s gown in the same color. Even Beatrice’s dress seemed to steal the spotlight with its bold red, off–shoulder design. Camden was absent, as the Jennings family’s youngest son, he had already gone out to greet the guests.

The intentions of this family of four were crystal clear. They were blocking her door now to make sure she didn’t show up too early and ruin their plans.

The thing was, they thought they were hiding it well, but their smug faces were too obvious for Briar to ignore.

Making her the last to appear, claiming it was a grand finale, was actually to let everyone see how perfectly matched and loving Javier and Beatrice were before she showed up.

So, when she finally appeared, Javier could announce their engagement cancellation with righteous justification, gaining more public approval.

It would also “introduce” her to the entire high society, making her the laughingstock, a joke of the whole Shoneport. Wherever she went, people would introduce her like this. “Look! That’s the Jennings family’s daughter who got dumped by Mr. Javier Hargreaves.”

“The ballroom’s buzzing, Sweetheart.” Edgar’s voice dripped honeyed venom. “Play nice–would I ever steer you wrong? Fresh off the plane, you are clueless about our circles. This is just Daddy’s way to burn you into their retinas.”

Briar seemed touched by Edgar’s words and finally nodded. “Alright, I’ll go out later.”

Halle and Beatrice exchanged glances, happily following Edgar downstairs.

But they were in such a hurry that they didn’t notice the cold smile on Briar’s lips as she watched them leave.

maybe he wouldn’t have

became the laughingstock of the high society wasn’t Briar, but

wasn’t fit to be the future Mrs. Hargreaves,

bought the moment the Jennings family started targeting Briar, the ending

Beatrice immediately went to charm Javier’s mom, calling

this, Javier’s mom, Eleanor, turned around with a smile. “Beatrice, you’re here. This dress suits you so

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woman. Born into a wealthy family, she brought a ten–million engagement gift when she married into the Hargreaves family, helping them rise again during their toughest times. Both Javier’s father and grandpa held her in high regard, making‘

with a mom who once played the mistress, Beatrice wouldn’t be considered suitable

of the

out Eleanor’s nod through relentless hustle–her dance gods‘ kiss dazzled on global stages; a discipleship under Ms. Jolene Sutton,

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Chapter 23

Association, polished her pedigree

knew that barring any surprises, Beatrice would likely become the future Mrs.

walked over, and

introduce you to some board members.” Javier first greeted Eleanor and her friends,

willing. Three years older than her, Javier was about to graduate from Shoreport University,

Halle stayed by Edgar’s side, playing the perfect gentle wife to make Edgar look good

the party was going great for

suddenly changed, and an ambiguous female voice unexpectedly played. It was completely out of sync with the relaxed

eyes were drawn, only

was playing a steamy video. The footage showed two naked bodies intertwined, their surroundings suggesting a

the scene even more intimate and revealing, showing

than the host of today’s event, Beatrice and