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

well–off, I accept it. Get engaged to Bryce quickly. It’s hasty but a double blessing, and it

this moment, she finally understood what method

object, but Bryce’s hand pressed down

After the engagement party, I’ll clear things up with

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

afford to fail at such a critical

back her frustration, but Claire’s kind gaze on her belly made

heels for the sake of beauty. The

Whitney managed a strained smile

more with her,” Claire said approvingly, her voice

Whitney felt the chilling

Whitney’s expression stiffened.

his throat. “Don’t mind

A cold male voice rang

sharply, her breath catching at the sight of Ludwik.

as he stood, instinctively pulling her

you’re not senile, how did you miss the

hands clenched tight, her face draining of color.

what do you mean by that?”

could at least spare her your harsh

scorn. “I’m not the villain here. A person’s character and manners aren’t just for show; they’re etched in their very bones.”

his wine and strode past, barely sparing Whitney

son, what do you take me for?” Claire

arm, turned back with a smile. “Claire, Ludwik has been more than respectful. But between us, she’s what

shot Whitney a

his mother to the ‘new Natalie,‘ he found the irony too pungent

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255