Mr. Villain's Lovely Wife

Chapter 55

Izzy snorted. How shameless. The guilt–tripping really wouldn’top, she thought inwardly. “Then how much does she want!” Izzy suddenly asked her question, surprising Monica

“What?” Monica frowned, wondering if she heard correctly. Didzy just- “What did you say?”

“You seemed to be talking about repaying your mother for raising me,” Izzy said. “How much do you think she deserves? I can naturally write you-

SLAPI

Izzy’s head snapped sharply to the side as Monica’s hand connected with her cheek. A sharp sting spread across her skin, but Izzy remained frozen, her eyes wide in disbelief. Did the bitch really slap her just now? Slowly, she straightened, her gaze locking onto Monica, who was already pulling her hand back as if the slap hadn’t just happened.

“Izzy. I–Mónica started, but the sound of hurried footsteps interrupted her.

Then suddenly, Cecil and Calen appeared at the doorway, their faces shifting as they took in the scene: Cecil’s eyes darted from Izzy’s reddened cheek to Monica’s tense stance, her lips pressing into a thin line. She stepped forward, her movements swift.

“What is this!?” Cecil snapped, her sharp tone cutting through the tension. “What on earth do you think you’re doing?”

Monica’s expression immediately shifted. She placed a hand on her chest, her face twisting into a look of remorse. “Aunt Cecil, it’s not what it looks like. I-” She stopped mid–sentence Liam stepped into view, his gaze locked on Izzy.

Liam was beside Izzy in an instant, his hand brushing her cheek gently as he examined the mark. His jaw tightened, and his eyes darkened as he turned his attention to Manica. He didn’t speak, but the intensity of his gaze made Monica shift uncomfortably.

Calen approached then, his eyes flickering between the two women. “What is going on here?” he demanded.

“Your secretary just slapped your girlfriend,” Cecil answered curly, crossing her arms as she stood protectively near Izzy. “What kind of behavior is this? This is a company event. Monica has no business being here, and now she’s assaulting people!”

Monica immediately raised her hands defensively. “Aunt Cecil, please! It was a misunderstanding. I–I didn’t mean to. Izzy said something, and I just lost my temper for a moment. It wasn’t intentional.”

“Don’t you dare address me by my first name!” Cecil said.

“1-“Monica bit her lip. She had met Cecil a few times and thought she could call her that. “Mrs. Weiss, it wasn’t like that. It was a misunderstanding.”

Izzy’s lips parted, but before she could speak matter. This isn’t as serious as you’re making it

cut in. “Mom, let’s not escalate this. Monica is here because of a family

to be.”

and you’re defending the person who hit her?” She gestured toward Izzy, her

jaw tightening. “I’m not saying it’s acceptable. I’m just saying this is a family matter. We don’t need to involve anyone else,” he said, looking around. “And you’re attracting a

Do you event hear yourself?” Cecil’s eyes narrowed, her

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thought they would witness her slapping Izzy? “I shouldn’t have reacted like that. Izzy just.. she made a comment about my other that upset me. But I swear

“Apologies don’t erase what you’ve done. You are not welcome here anymore.

front of Monica, his hands raised slightly. “Mom, please. This isn’t necessary. Monica

Cecil gestured toward Izzy, her voice growing colder with each word. “If she wanted to talk, she should have kept her hands to herself. Instead, she’s here making a scene at a

shook her head. “Izzy, I’m so sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt you. I just… You know how stressed Mom has been lately. I was only

better of me.”

watched Monica’s performance. Liam, however, scoffed audibly and placed a steadying hand on Izzy’s back. “Enough,”

Calen. Mr. Weiss, please. You know I didn’t mean

happen again, and you’re causing a scene. I don’t

No, Calen. How did 1 have such a stupid son like you! Take Monica and leave. If you can’t stand up for Izzy, at least have the decency to remove the source of the problem.

go.” Monica hesitated, her eyes darting toward Izzy one last time. “Izzy, I truly am sorry.

that could cut steel. Monica finally allowed Calen to guide her away, though she glanced back repeatedly as if hoping

Cecil immediately turned to Izzy, her

nodded. “I’m fine. Thank

evident. “You shouldn’t have to deal with that nonsense. I’m glad Mr. Horvath

a slight nod.

a hand on Izzy’s arm. “I know this

know.”

offering a small smile.

walked inside, muttering under her breath about the audacity of it all. Liam turned to Izzy and examined her cheek once more,

woman is unbelievable,” he said quietly. “Are you sure

worse. 17. She paused deliberately. “I need to go to the restroom.”

me take you there

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