Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 588

Hackett finished speaking and, with a resolute pull of the arm, ushered Penelope into the

Car

Zoe, however, stood there with a yearning gaze fixed on Hackett’s retreating figure, as if savoring a lingering memory.

When her eyes drifted towards Penelope, they were filled with unmistakable envy.

The two women shared a striking resemblance. If only things had been different…

in her reverie, Zoe was abruptly dragged aside by Yuna, who wore an expression of utmost displeasure and spoke with a scolding tone, “Morn! Why didn’t you call me before showing up? How could you come here in front of the Fitzgeralds?”

there, how could you call me

Zoe to follow her away from prying eyes. Once they were out of earshot, Zoe explained, “I called you, but you didn’t

restaurant.”

moment to compose herself and asked, “Is

sigh, Zoe pulled a tube of ointment

worrying about little Manley. He’s just a child; you

pitiful plea for mercy the night before, Yuna felt a pang of guilt. Yet, the thought of that wretched Marguerite erased any flicker of sympathy, replaced by a chilling vindictiveness, “Manley’s sacrifice was worth it; Marguerite has already faced Freddie’s wrath! Mom, don’t worry,

weight lift off her shoulders, “By the way, I

frustration lacing her voice, “What else? He’s threatening me! Mom,

fate so cruel? Why couldn’t I have been born into wealth and privilege,

this would be happening, and I wouldn’t have to worry! What am I going to