When She Stops Playing Nice

Chapter 209
“I don’t want any other reward. All I desire is Gina’s life. I want her dead.” Olivia’s eyes blazed with fury.
“You can rest assured. Our goals remain aligned, the blond man patted Olivia’s shoulder reassuringly.
“Alright then, until our paths cross again. I look forward to seeing you bring your catch when we meet again. Awaiting good news from you.”
Gina woke from her slumber, habitually checking her phone, but found no messages from Gabriel.
He must be occupied, Gina thought.
She rose from her bed, preparing to head to the restaurant for a meal. Despite the availability of room service, she felt the urge to move around.
“Ginal”
As Gina heard her name called by a familiar voice, she frowned but kept walking without slowing down. Nevertheless, the person behind her quickened their pace and soon caught up.
Ella stepped in front of Gina, blocking her path.
“Gina, what’s wrong? You look pale, are you feeling ill? Where does it hurt?” Ella’s long-dormant maternal concern seemed to awaken at that moment, and she eagerly expressed her concern.
Gina glanced at her indifferently. “It’s none of your concern.”
A pang of hurt flashed in Ella’s eyes, “Gina, I do care about you.”
Gina looked at her and let out a wry chuckle.

Remember that year when she returned to the Miller family? One night, she had a fever. She went to the kitchen to get some water and medicine. Ella heard the commotion and rushed over, her words tinged with sarcasm.
“Why are you running around when you’re sick? Don’t infect the whole family, you troublemaker.”
“It’s just a fever.”
“A fever? Who knows if you’re telling the truth or not? Did you catch some strange illness in the countryside to curs What rotten luck!”
At this moment, Ella gazed at her with a caring expression, genuinely expressing her desire to show concern.
However, Gina was now devoid of any longing for familial bonds or expectations of family care
“Mother? Please spare me the title. It disgusts me,” Gina retorted with a steely gaze
Ella’s expression paled, stunned by Gina’s unyielding demeanor.
Yet, Ella persisted in attempting to portray her maternal affection “Gina, I understand you may seem tough on the sur but you have a soft heart within. You must have arranged for Jason’s admission to Prover Hospital, right? Otherwise, ho could he have been admitted so promptly? I know deep down you still have us in your thoughts.”
“I realize Jason and I may have mistreated you in the past, but those times are behind us. Whenever you’re ready to embr us again, we’ll be here. Take your time; reconciliation requires patience.”
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11:27 Mon, May 27
Chapter 209
Gina, listening to Ella’s words, felt as though she were being subjected to a form of self-hypnosis.
However, Gina dispelled Ella’s illusions with a direct rebuttal. “You’re mistaken. I didn’t orchestrate Jason’s hospitalization. It was merely a stroke of luck. Another patient canceled their reservation, and Jason was the beneficiary.”
Ella couldn’t believe it, convinced that Gina was refusing to acknowledge her involvement. “The timing is just too perfect, Gina. I know Prover Hospital is well-managed, but I’m still worried. I’ve been occupied with looking after James lately and neglected you. It’s my fault, so I’d like the chance to make it up to you, alright?”
Growing impatient, Gina responded curtly, “I don’t need it. And your attempts to please me are laughable. Your display of maternal affection is for the director of Prover Hospital, not for me. Let’s end this. I have no interest in your performance.”
Ella widened her eyes, appearing utterly heartbroken. “Gina, do you see me as your enemy now? I’m sorry for our past mistakes. I owe you an apology. I’ll apologize, even if it means kneeling before you!”
With tears streaming down her face, Ella knelt before Gina.
Gina remained impassive.
Here it came again.
Gina had grown immune to Ella’s attempts at manipulation, but it was almost comical how Ella persisted in resorting to such emotional tactics. Unfortunately, Gina no longer acknowledged Ella as her mother, so she couldn’t be swayed.
Gina remained stoic as she walked past Ella.