All Novel Romance
Chapter 779
Chapter 779
Chapter 779
There had to be something wrong with Vera’s brain. If Vera hadn’t been Joe’s first love, Skylar would’ve driven her out of the house with a broom.
Vera stood up abruptly and declared, “There’s no need to deny it after you’ve already done it. Besides, there’s no one else here!”
Skylar was the kind of person who pretended to be a virtuous wife even after whoring around.
She didn’t behave so innocently before Joe, did she? She was embroiled in complicated relationships with multiple men. Yet, she could still act naïve and innocent.
The entertainment industry lost a star when Skylar didn’t pick up a career in acting. She was an excellent performer.
“It’s getting late. I would like to go to bed. It’s time for you to leave,” Skylar stated. She did not have the patience to explain herself and chased Vera out.
“Wait. You haven’t named your price. I can give you a sum of money. You’ll no longer need to eat out of a man’s palm.
“I know you’re working in Mr. Gardner Senior’s team. Do you know that you’ve destroyed his reputation as an honorable man? He’s getting old. Aren’t you afraid that things will get out of hand? If anything happens to him, you won’t be able to bear the consequences!”
Vera’s expression was one of utter displeasure. She couldn’t comprehend why Skylar wasn’t feeling inferior before her. Skylar came from a lower–class background. Instead, she didn’t even see Vera as a threat.
Who gave her the confidence to behave like that? Was it Joe? Or was it Alexander? Perhaps it was Rowan and Aiken.
Vera had heard rumors regarding how Skylar had visited Alexander’s mansion. He even allowed her unrestricted access to his home. Skylar didn’t harbor much of a standard for men. She dabbled with men of all ages!
Vera couldn’t comprehend how Skylar could fool such an intelligent man. Had she tamed her with her skills in bed?
Skylar slapped her. “You can humiliate me all you want, but I will not let you humiliate a respected elder of mine! Vera Ruell, if you don’t like me, talk to Joe about it straight out. Have him come to me. You don’t have the right to throw a tantrum at me. Get lost.”
Vera was stunned. She cupped her face and stared at Skylar incredulously. She then raised her hand, about to retaliate. However, Skylar grabbed her hand.
“You deserved to be slapped,” Skylar stated firmly. She stared at her coldly.
Respect was a two–way street. Evidently, Vera didn’t deserve her respect.
“Let go of me. Skylar, have you thought of the consequences of pissing me off? You should know my relationship with Joe!” Vera tried to yank her wrist out of Skylar’s grip. However, she failed.
Vera’s expression changed. She wasn’t expecting Skylar to be capable of such strength.
Skylar’s stony expression softened. She did know of their relationship. The color drained from her face.
Skylar let go.
Chapter 770
In the face of Skylar’s silence, Vera thought she’d calmed down, and fear had overcome her after the fact. She chuckled coldly and said, “I believe you’ve realized the difference between the two of us at the auction. You needed Mr. Gardner Senior to procure the item you wanted. However, I can purchase what I want on my own. I could even grab your favorite antiques from under your nose. Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.
“Didn’t you adore those antiques? Yet, you couldn’t get them. Think about what this means for you. When you get to the bottom of things, you can seek me out at Ruell Residence! However, I will make you pay for the slap.”
Skylar’s expression twisted slightly upon hearing that. She seemed rather confused.
“Who told you I wanted the antiques you purchased?”
Vera smirked icily. She was such an avid actress, and her mask was always on. “Stop faking it. I can see right through you.”
She knew that continuing to speak tonight wouldn’t yield any results. In addition, Vera’s thoughts were in a mess. There was no need to stay. She walked toward the door.
The corner of Skylar’s lips twitched. She wanted to know why Vera thought she desired those antiques. Skylar said coldly, “I hope you won’t be begging me for mercy in the future.”