Chapter 114:

Sarah’s scar had mostly healed, yet it retained a ghastly appearance. Previously, Sarah despised wearing bangs, finding them unflattering. Now, they served a practical purpose—to conceal her flaws. With her vanity wounded, she buried her feelings of bitterness.

“I’ve paid a heavy price, while Kallie escaped any consequence. I promise not to pursue her any further, so please, don’t hold a grudge,” Sarah pleaded softly.

Jake looked at Sarah, whose expression was a blend of pity and frustration, and cut straight to the point. “This was never about Kallie. You had no right to come after her. I only urged you to back off in time. Why would you think your actions were in my interest?”

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Sarah faltered, her words tumbling out hesitantly, yet she pressed on, saying gently, “I noticed you turned down Miss Simpson’s invitation. She’s my friend, you know, and now you’re skipping her gatherings? Casting everything aside, you and Kallie are bound to split eventually. Wouldn’t it be better for us to start something then?”

Jake’s face grew icy. “There was never an ‘us’ to begin with. Sarah, drop these delusional ideas, or I’ll have to take steps to distance myself even sooner.”

Refusing to accept his words, Sarah raised her voice, calling out to Jake as he walked away. “What about everything we had? You always favored me over Kallie. I can’t believe you felt nothing!”

Jake kept on walking.

Suddenly, a realization dawned on Sarah. A smile crept across her face even as tears streamed down her cheeks. “I get it now,” she murmured, her voice tinged with disbelief. “You were just being affectionate with me to make Kallie jealous, weren’t you?”

It all fell into place. The pieces suddenly fit together, and Sarah belatedly grasped this harsh reality. But why? She loved Jake more than anyone else. What was so special about that wretch Kallie?

Sarah looked up once more, but Jake was nowhere to be seen. All that remained for Sarah was deep-seated bitterness. She blamed them for driving her to act desperately.

The storm of public opinion had subsided, much like the storm the previous night. It seemed overwhelming at the time, yet by morning, it felt as though it had never occurred.

the stairs had vanished, which left her puzzled. But she soon

Jake’s help, Kallie was confident she could have vindicated herself. Today marked her return. Her reputation would be restored with Donovan’s help with the

among couples were common. Whatever problems Sarah had with Jake were none of her business. After changing, Kallie went downstairs

Kallie, Sarah approached her with a grin. Despite the smile, Kallie always sensed an underlying malice

Kallie stepped back, eager to maintain

the silence. “You’re heading to the

icy. With a sarcastic laugh, she signed pointedly

with your decision.

“Is that what you’re planning to give Miss Simpson? I must remind you that Miss Simpson is quite distinguished and lacks for nothing.

mockingly expressing her

bit worn,

trash can by the door, indicating the clothes in question were

tightened. She sniffed indignantly, then spun on her heel

of attending the banquet today. Sarah had practically commandeered all the vehicles for her

in a bad light. Kallie opted to take a taxi, deeming it the most straightforward choice. The

to stir up trouble, Kallie harbored doubts about the simplicity of the situation. Unfortunately, her instincts proved accurate. The moment she approached the

waiter at the entrance scrutinized the invitation Kallie extended, his demeanor shifting noticeably. “I’m sorry, but this invitation is a fake, and quite poorly done at that. It lacks Miss Simpson’s seal,” he stated, his tone apologetic yet firm. “You’ll need to verify this

waiter’s voice carried, drawing the

one murmured

recognize her

voice, “Don’t you know? She’s the foster daughter of the Reeves family and the one involved in the incident with Miss Miller a few days ago. I heard she got caught with her lover

and lovely,

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