Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 535

Chapter 535:

Joyce barely had a moment to process what was happening before the robe hit her face with a jarring smack.

The sharp impact on her skin fanned the flames of her anger.

She yanked the robe away and was ready to declare that she and Cedric were caught up in a moment of passion. But as soon as her eyes met Daniela’s piercing glare, she went rigid.

Her heartbeat thundered in her ears.

She had never seen Daniela in such a state before.

Typically, Daniela was the picture of indifference.

Whether it was handling Caiden’s favoritism, going after Alexander, or dealing with the gossip that followed her, she always kept her cool. Her confidence never wavered, and there was never a hint of emotion that could be easily read.

had even convinced herself that Daniela was incapable of feeling anger or contempt. After all, when Alexander and Daniela’s marriage fell apart, she didn’t waste time trying to explain herself to the media.

moments like that which led Joyce to believe

into her, and the grip around her neck

jeopardy was far worse

you really think I wouldn’t hurt you?” Daniela’s face was no longer blank; a faint, almost pleasant smile spread across

next chapter

her mouth to defend herself,

before she could say anything, Daniela’s grip on her neck tightened once more, silencing

pressed a finger firmly against Joyce’s lips, stopping her words in their

in your excuses.

“Terror widened Joyce’s eyes.

sharpened as her fingers pressed harder into

blood drained from her features in mere

hands slapped desperately at Daniela’s arm, but Daniela shoved her

through her, and Joyce’s head hit the floor with a sickening thud, the blow

terrifying moment,

body trembling