Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

Reading Juicy Gossip in Her Mind

Chapter 540 The Standoff

She warned, "Don't move, all of you, or else, I'll kill that girl in front of your eyes!"

Finished

The others standing at the door immediately froze, while David, who was kneeling by the door, didn't dare to act rashly.

"Macve, please, don't do this," David pleaded. "If you have any grievances, direct them at me. I'm their father. It's my responsibility to bear them."

"It's not your fault; it never was," Maeve said with a hint of indifference. Yet, a fierce determination was evident in her eyes. "In fact, I've stopped loving you. But... I... I have no other choice." She knew things wouldn't end well for her, so she was resolved to take someone down together.

In truth, she had already lost her sanity, her actions devoid of any logic. The dreams she couldn't fulfill; she wished for her daughter to achieve. If only David hadn't been with Selena back then, she believed she would have had a chance. Just like now, with Isabella absent from Alexander's side, she thought her daughter would have a shot.

She found herself unable to think clearly, forgetting that she had once ruined Alexander and was on the verge of becoming a murderer.

Everything didn't go as she had hoped. Yet, she was stubbornly determined to proceed.

Alexander knew that negotiation had already become impossible, and he needed to come up with a plan. He needed to stay calm, yet he couldn't risk provoking Maeve or letting her know about his intentions.

save myself. At the very least... I can't drag others

eyes flickered for a moment as he said

Isabella was taken aback.

you. We're in this together, through thick and thin, so you

minds are in sync; not just me, but the whole family shares it. So, Bella, think... Think as

the current situation didn't allow her to dwell

Maeve sneered, "So, this is your idea of a proper farewell, spouting nonsense? Step aside, Alexander. This is no laughing

Alexander reached out, pulling Isabella into his arms and holding her tightly. He was subsequently covered

His gaze was filled with unwavering determination, and she found

Isabella was deeply moved.

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Chapter 540 The Standoff

want to die together?" Maeve asked

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course of action

They knew that if things went awry, there wouldn't be enough

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