chapter 5

Chapter 5

“Maddie, what’s wrong! Are you feeling unwell?” Benjamin gazed at Madeline with concern and extended his hand to feel her forehead.

Anticipating his intentions, she swiftly averted her face, avoiding his impending touch.

Unintentionally, a hint of disdain flickered across her eyes.

Nevertheless, her demeanor quickly reverted to its usual state

  1. ry. I had a sudden headache”

“I’m sorry.

Saming on the couch, she regarded him with an air of detachment.

Benjamin was a handsome young man who excelled as a top student at a prestigious university.

They met while participating in a competition, and he soon caught Madeline’s eyes as he stood out with his exceptional appearance, abilities, and commendable character.

Unlike peers of his age, Benjamin displayed remarkable composure and thoughtfulness.

His pursuit led the inexperienced Madeline to succumb swiftly, much like a sheltered ugly duckling encountering the world for the first time.

At one juncture, she regarded Benjamin as her sole source of salvation.

She held the belief that he was the sole individual who would love her unconditionally, even in the shadow of Winsler’s influence. Regrettably, four years later, Madeline learned on the night she was exposed that her seemingly perfect fiancé was no different either!

The person Benjamin held in his heart was none other than Winslet

The memories were terrifying

“Maddie,” Benjamin urged. “Go ahead and take a look at the necklace. I’m sure you’ll like it. I carefully selected it from numerous choices, specifically with you in mind. Im certain it’ll complement you perfectly

As she observed the packaging of both necklaces, Madeline wasn’t surprised to realize that the one meant for Winslet appeared more exquisite and thoughtfully chosen.

Back then, he could jest at her based on her lack of familiarity with luxurious items.

However, she was a different person now. After representing numerous premium brands, Madeline swiftly recognized that he had bought her something of lower value.

On the other hand, Winslet’s gift was undoubtedly from the most prestigious luxury brand.

prepare two gifts whenever you give

simply for the two of

“Is that so?”

her previous life, Madeline had been

was evident that she

about carefully, many details revealed that

smile rugged at the corner of her lips as she remarked, “You’ve gifted me such

Winslet instead?”

her gaze, Madeline locked eyes with Benjamin and remarked, “I heard she didn’t perform well on her exam this time, and her mood hasn’t been the best. Giving her such an expensive gift would surely make her happy and

responded, “Maddie, the expensive one suits you better. Plus, didn’t you mention that you lack presentable

handsome face as he continued,

You’re

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appropriate

offer you

thur finest…

his gaze

But I actually prefer

immediately

was at a loss

was secretly dissatisfied

to me! Didn’t you come here

and retorted, “Are you reluctant

when she’s so kind to you? Aren’t you tired of it! Now you’re

his words, he came to the realization that

moment, he didn’t have the inclination to continue appeasing

choice of her was merely because she could stand in as a substitute for

All he needed was an obedient substitute that didn’t require him to spend

he could openly engage with Winslet while being in a relationship

found the situation ironic. “You should’ve expressed your true feelings earlier, considering you’ve always held a low opinion of me. Enduring

to beat around the bushes

retrieved her phone and

she found out the

picture of the “valuable” necklace he intended to give

Is this your idea of an expensive gift? Since when did you become so financially constrained that you consider

darkened. Being exposed was undoubtedly displeasing to

the other necklace and searched for its price. “Oh, this is a new design from last

got to her feet, and the final hint of patience vanished

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