My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

Chapter 126

“Boo hoo hoo.”

Thinking about it, Queenie didn’t know if she was too scared or just felt too wronged, but her tears suddenly fell, causing the clueless servants around to gather, soothing her with kind words and almost alerting her parents.

“And you have the cheek to cry? Apologize to Ms. Nightshade right now!”

Leonard furrowed his brow, his patience wearing thin.

He had given her an out, and if she didn’t take this chance to gracefully apologize to Xanthea and seek her forgiveness, continuing to create a fuss, he feared she might not even be able to get away with it!

After all, he knew Orion’s temper well; crossing his boundaries was a disaster.

Xanthea watched Queenie who had first hurled insults and then played the victim burst into tears, and couldn’t help but chuckle.

Every year brought its share of oddities, but this year seemed particularly rife.

were snakes behind the scenes, those who bullied others by flaunting their powerful backers, and now here was one who

oddity required

of the question–especially not in Marlowe Manor. Even if she detested Orion, she wouldn’t ruin his business. So, the best approach

you

a gracious smile that surprised everyone

Ms. Nightshade wasn’t upset but dismissed it with a smile. That was the poise and grace befitting a lady

affectionately around Orion’s neck, her lips curling into a bright smile, “It’s my fault, actually. Due to some special reasons, I intentionally hid my romantic relationship with Orion, which

What?

widened

She was Ori’s girlfriend?

Impossible! Absolutely impossible!

known for his ascetic lifestyle and disinterest in romance, which was why Leonard always advised her not to waste her affections on him. And now

be some sly

fluttering and dimples

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