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.

exasperated. "I've given you what you wanted. Now, take your kid and leave Maurice alone. If you don't, you can't blame

as she made her way back to her car. She then slowly drove up next to Marguerite, her voice laced with a challenge. "Tell Frederick that he can forget about getting his

she replied with a smug smile, "We'll see about that. Just remember, Daphne, don't let your

certain of her victory, much like Maurice.

her convertible

found herself in a desolate suburb with not a car in

just

phone to call a ride, but before she could,

on?" she answered, her voice tinged

to now? I should have someone tie you up and

tone, Marguerite suddenly felt a cold