The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1220:

The director, firm yet gentle, responded, “You need to let go of this notion. Mr. Hopkins arranged this showcase specifically for Laney. You’ll still have your moment to shine in a supporting role.”

“I’ve been in the shadows long enough!” Kira’s voice rose with determination. “This time, the center stage belongs to me!”

The director remained unfazed. “If you can dance better than her, I’ll consider it.”

Kira’s frustration intensified. Despite the extensive resources her family had invested in her training and the adoration she had received, whenever she was matched against Laney’s raw talent, Kira’s efforts always seemed to fall short, like reaching for stars just beyond her grasp.

Drawing upon her family’s influence, Kira contacted her sister, Juliet. Through tears and desperate pleas, she made her case for claiming center stage.

Juliet, wary of antagonizing Cliff, refused Kira’s request.

a scene with Laney,” Kira threatened. “After all, Cliff has no affection for

crept through Juliet’s veins. “My relationship with Cliff is already hanging by a thread. Why must you

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center position is all that matters!” Kira’s determination was unwavering, and Juliet knew her impulsive sister could easily expose the delicate

just one performance. Denying Laney this one moment wouldn’t cause lasting damage. So, she decided to

his phone clutched in his hands, his

from his reverie, though his voice remained

subject of the performance with diplomatic finesse, carefully choosing her words to avoid provoking Cliff’s ire. His lips were pressed into a thin line, and his silence spoke volumes.

see fit,” Cliff commanded, securing his phone in the drawer with a decisive click. “I’m not to be disturbed for

anger simmering beneath his surface, she probed gently, “Has your cousin misinterpreted our recent social gathering? Surely, you explained that our upcoming marriage wouldn’t

you implying? Do you think she’s some kind of plaything?” His cutting tone nearly