Chapter 575:

Lise froze, her forced smile faltering. Her fingers clenched around the glass as bitterness surged within her. Carrie, again? Why was it always Carrie?

For a moment, her mind spun with resentment. If Kristopher had chosen a wealthy heiress, someone of his own social standing, Lise could have accepted her loss, walked away with dignity, and rebuilt her life. But no—he’d chosen Carrie, a woman with no wealth, no status, no pedigree. How could she, of all people, take everything from her?

That couldn’t happen!

Lise’s hatred burned brightly, but she quickly masked it with a sweet smile. If she couldn’t have Kristopher, she wouldn’t let Carrie have him either. She’d destroy everything if she had to.

Lise should be exiled to a foreign land, facing the threat of prison, while Carrie sat smugly as Mrs. Norris, living the high life? If she was destined for hell, she’d drag Carrie down with her.

on the table, Lise reached for Kristopher’s hand, lowering her voice to

speak. “I’m sorry…” he whispered. “I failed to protect you. If it really was Lise behind it all, I’ll

his chiseled

wasn’t placing all her hopes on him anymore. Billie Norris was on her side now, and with her influence, Lise wouldn’t go

Albin and Camille arrived, their lively energy cutting through the somber atmosphere. Albin was mid-call, confirming his friend’s location, when the club

greeted warmly. “It’s been a

busy dating, no time for

Albin as one of Kristopher’s closest

him settle in. Let

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