Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 222

Chapter 222

Whitney fought to hide her flushed cheeks, wanting to suggest another store, but Claire had already strutted in with the butler in tow.

Left with no choice, Whitney let the man lead her to greet the formidable matriarch.

In the opulent changing room, Lyra peeked out and said to Elaine, “Bryce’s mom has arrived, Miss. This is the perfect chance to knock Whitney down a peg. Don’t you want to play some tricks on her?”

The prospect of undermining that wench was tantalizing to Elaine. A little scheming and Ludwik would undoubtedly take her side, striking right at Whitney’s heart.

But with a cunning glint in her eye, Elaine chuckled and said, “Use your head. I’ll spare her today. Nothing’s more important than my engagement to Ludwik. Once I’m the future Mrs. Lippert, dealing with her and that little mistake will be child’s play.”

Lyra caught on. “Miss, you’re always one step ahead. No wonder you’ve got the boss wrapped around your finger.”

Elaine smirked, her lips curling as she undressed to try on her gown.

In the lounge.

Bryce leaned in close to Whitney and whispered, “Don’t be nervous. I’ve squashed those nasty rumors about you. Mom doesn’t follow the tabloids, and if she asks you anything you don’t want to answer, just don’t.”

Whitney nodded.

With a fond pat on her head, he introduced, “Mom, this is Whitney Valentine. You insisted on meeting her, and here she is.”

Claire, oozing grandeur, took a seat, her gaze immediately locking onto Whitney’s belly.

Whitney nervously greeted, “Claire.”

“Sit down! Don’t stand. You’ll tire the baby,” Claire said with a strange tone, casting a resentful glance at her son. “Whitney Valentine, right? The girl who designs my jewelry. I quite liked you, although the Valentine family is a minor name, and I’ve heard you’ve had some… complications.”

“Mom, you’re prying too much,” Bryce coughed.

He won’t let me dig into your past. He’s so protective of you. It’s all so improper, a child on the way, and only now we’re told,

it. Get engaged to Bryce quickly. It’s

she finally understood what

object, but Bryce’s hand pressed down on hers.

happy. Don’t ruin this, Whitney. After the engagement party, I’ll clear things

not for her billion–dollar loan, the Lutz Group shareholders would not be displeased with him, and the Lutz

fail

frustration, but Claire’s kind gaze on

you chosen a dress? Don’t go for high heels for the sake of beauty. The baby comes first.”

a strained smile

is lovely. Bryce, you should have a few more with her,” Claire said approvingly, her voice carrying

over, and Whitney felt the chilling glare

Whitney’s expression stiffened.

closer, clearing his throat. “Don’t mind her, Whitney.

really is losing it!” A cold male voice

sharply, her breath catching at the sight of Ludwik.

he stood, instinctively pulling her behind him.

“If you’re not senile, how did you miss the red flags when choosing your

clenched tight, her face

are you, young man, and what do you mean by that?” Claire frowned at the

could at least spare her your harsh

character and manners aren’t just for show; they’re etched in

and

what do you take me for?” Claire was fiercely protective.

more than

Whitney a mocking look,

woman had switched loyalties from his mother to the ‘new Natalie,‘ he found the irony

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