Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 710

Marguerite stood there, speechless.

Daphne had gone to great lengths to dig into her past, showering her with compliments. Perhaps, Marguerite thought, a simple 'thank you' was in order. But Daphne had one thing wrong. Marguerite wasn't the beacon of charm she made her out to be.

Frederick's feelings for her had cooled off long ago, and Maurice's desire to marry her was nothing more than a man's possessiveness rearing its ugly head. Was there any real love in any of this?

"You really don't have to see me as your arch-enemy. I've told you before, I have zero feelings for Maurice!"

Daphne burst into laughter, leaning back as if Marguerite had just told the funniest joke. "So, what you're saying is, all of this is just Maurice being delusional? You don't even have to lift a finger, and he's ready to fall at your feet, just like that? Marguerite, are you mocking me because I can't keep my man?"

Marguerite sighed inwardly. How did Daphne even get there? Talking to her was like navigating a minefield. Not only was she hypersensitive and suspicious, but she also had a talent for twisting words beyond recognition.

you what you wanted. Now, take your kid and leave Maurice

those harsh words, Daphne stormed off, her heels clicking against the ground as she made her way back to her car. She then slowly drove up next to Marguerite, her voice laced

face as she replied with a smug smile, "We'll see about that. Just remember, Daphne, don't let your own cleverness be your downfall. Every woman reaches her prime, and when

certain of her victory, much like Maurice. But Marguerite couldn't fathom what

a moment of distraction, Daphne floored the pedal, and her convertible

was darkening, Marguerite found herself in

Daphne just abandoned

a ride, but before she could, a call came

answered,

off to now? I should have

the chilling wind or Frederick's harsh tone, Marguerite suddenly felt a cold shiver run down her