NovelBarRena lowered her head momentarily.
Eventually, she looked up and locked her gaze with Aline’s. “You shattered Vera’s marriage years ago. Now, despite being married yourself and experiencing a favorable outcome, you still seek to harm others and tempt Waylen. Aline, I must ask, did you do it all intentionally?”
Aline was left speechless.
In that moment, she received a message from Peter, informing her that despite family meant a lot to Mark, he was willing to collaborate with her husband after all.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtA renewed sense of hope surged within Aline.
She arrogantly glanced at Rena, saying, “Let’s wait and see.”
Once Aline departed, Rena observed her retreating figure.
Softly, Cecilia inquired, “Rena, does she bother you?”
Rena shook her head, taking her time to respond. “I just find her repulsive.
In the past, she inflicted significant harm upon Vera and now she repeats her actions. A person like her can never lead a good life.”
Rena didn’t wish to elaborate further. She picked up Mark’s coat and handed it to Cecilia.
Cecilia was taken aback.
Rena smiled faintly and explained, “He intended for you to have it. His previous words were actually directed at you. He was concerned you might feel cold.”
Embarrassed, Cecilia blushed as she held the coat emanating a masculine aura. In one of the pockets, she felt something solid.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHer hand delved into the pocket and found a velvet box.
Gently, she opened it…
In a mysterious box rested a resplendent diamond ring.
A dazzling gem, approximately 12 carats in size.
Cecilia stood motionless, her eyes glistening with unshed tears.
Years ago, when she was with Mark, she would often dream of him proposing with a diamond ring while they embraced. Back then, her heart brimmed with hope for their future.
Now, their child had grown up and the diamond ring remained concealed in Mark’s pocket.
Cecilia pondered the depths of misfortune that enveloped both her and Mark…
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