Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 710

When Alivia heard the news, she wasn’t the least bit surprised. Everyone in their circles knew that Andrew had a real thing for Tessa The Clements didn’t need strategic marriages to boost their family’s status anymore

“Congrats, Tessa,” Alivia said with a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes.

Tessa’s eyes sparkled with joy. “I hope you and Max can tie the knot soon as well.”

At the mention of Max, a chill ran through Alivia’s heart, and the recent headlines flashed through her mind. She’d pushed Amelia to take Brielle down a peg but never expected Amelia to crash and burn so spectacularly Amelia was now a pawn off the board, having fled the country under the cover of darkness to escape the backlash and try her luck abroad

Alivia gritted her teeth in frustration, unable to fathom how public opinion had turned against them so swiftly when their plan had seemed flawless.

The more Brielle’s influence grew, the more unsettled Alivin felt. Annie’s progress was still too slow for her liking. She had paid a hefty sum fifty million and heard about Max and Brielle’s argument. But as of this morning, they were back on good terms.

those two manage such unwavering trust in each other? It made Alivia’s skin crowd with envy. If Michael hadn’t advised her to sit tight and wait for the right moment she would have taken matters into her own hands by now

and Martha were the only chess pieces she had to play.

up the phone, Alivia tumed to Martha, who was sipping on her meds.

in recent days. Despite her tantrums and tactics, Max hadn’t budged an inch. It seemed he was resolute in staying with

to stop getting worked up over

sound of Max’s name made Martha’s face flush with anger. She looked as though she wanted to spring out of bed, but a simple movement left her gasping for breath. “Alivia, you’re the only one who gets it. You’ve been here for me all

can do,” Alivia said sweetly. “Did you hear? Andrew’s getting married.

you and Max could get hitched. I could die happy! “Martha, I wish. But Max doesn’t see me that

anything else. His one passion seemed to be Brielle. How could Alivia accept

burning with rage, nearly passing out

told you, but I’m just being honest. To split them up, we’ll have to make Brielle back off herself.”

in her own, her cheeks glowing with maternal affection. “Don’t worry Alivia. Even if it costs me my life. Ill make sure you end up with