When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 687 Stop Lying

As expected, Cecilia spotted Cassandra surrounded by a group of people.

Paula, on the other hand, was pushed into a corner by the crowd, looking utterly helpless.

An unusual glint crossed Cecilia’s eyes, but she quickly looked away. “Let’s go.”

“All right.”

Meanwhile, Paula stood awkwardly in the crowd, hoping Cassandra might lend her a hand. However, before she could ask, someone unexpectedly shoved her forward.

She fell hard to the ground. Passersby glanced her way but offered no help.

A sharp pain shot through her abdomen as if she were being stabbed repeatedly. She wanted to get up, but no matter how hard she tried, her body refused to cooperate.

Paula glanced toward Cassandra, only to find her engrossed in signing autographs and taking pictures with fans.

With no other option, she began to muster the strength to climb back on her own. Just then, a voice came from above. “Mdm. Paula, do you need any assistance?”

froze, slowly lifting her head, only to

that moment was to disappear

you!” Paula shot back, her tone sharp and biting.

of amusement danced in Cecilia’s eyes, the faintest hint

nearby, stepped in to explain, “Mdm. Paula, Ceci and I just

around.”

however, didn’t believe her words. How could

feeling embarrassed, she glared fiercely at Cecilia. “Stop lying! You really think I don’t

a cold, mocking laugh. “I’m just curious how your own

angry, she directed her scom at Cecilia. “And don’t even think you can compare yourself to her. She’s a world–renowned dancer! And

first time Vivian had witnessed a mother berating her own daughter

own mother had passed away years ago, she had always loved and

back any longer, Vivian spoke up. “Mdm. Paula, do you even realize your daughter is just as exceptional as Cassandra?

could finish, Cecilia cut her off sharply.

Vivian stopped talking.

surge of anger had almost made Vivian forget that Cecilia’s identity as a composer was still a secret to many in the