Chapter 125
Chapter 125
Valentina watched the lovey dovey scene, her fists clenching as she gritted her teeth in silent fury.
‘How disgusting,‘ she thought, ‘Do they really have to flirt so openly in front of everyone? It’s downright nauseating
Valerie only spaced out for a moment before snapping back with a saccharine smile at Everett. “Daddy, you came today without even letting me know. was totally unprepared.
“But does this mean you’ve finally decided to give me an explanation about what happened at the last party?”
Everett was taken aback when Valerie suddenly brought up the matter. He paused, cleared his throat, and said, “As your father, isn’t it perfectly natural for me to visit you?”
Valerie feigned confusion as she glanced at Valentina. “Oh, is that so? For a second there, I thought you brought her along just to apologize to me.
“Apologize? For what exactly?” Vivian asked curiously.
Valentina’s expression darkened slightly, her hands tightening into fists in her lap.
“These are just family matters, Valerie,” Everett said, his expression darkening. “Let’s not discuss anything unpleasant today…
Valerie clearly sensed Everett’s warning. She looked at Everett with a faint, knowing smile. “Just family matters, Daddy?”
Everett’s expression darkened. The real reason they brought Valentina today was to put her on display before the Walkers, hoping her well–behaved act would win their favor.
Originally, their plan was to make an appearance at the Walker family’s place, letting them know that Valentina was Everett’s real daughter. After that, they could leave the rest to Wesley.
But Everett never expected that Valerie, who used to be so docile and obedient, would turn out to be such a handful now.
Valentina was still hoping to marry into the Walker family. If Valerie ruined her reputation here today, it would be finished.
Everett managed a smile, but his eyes held a warning as he said, “What else could it be?”
Everett had expected Valerie to know her place and keep quiet as usual. But to his surprise, she suddenly beamed and said, “How about a private chat, Daddy?”
Everett’s expression darkened, a flicker of unease crossing his features. ‘Here we go again,‘ he thought. ‘I just can’t seem to handle her anymore. This feeling of losing control is absolutely infuriating.‘
But now, Everett had no choice. He gave a stiff nod.
Valerie led them into a quiet room.
As soon as they entered, Valerie’s smile faded, her expression turning icy. “Daddy, your visit today is quite sudden.
“Unless you’re here to apologize, I really can’t imagine why the three of you would come to the Walker Manor. Surely you’re not just here to see me, are you?”
Everett’s expression darkened. “I know you were wronged last time, but you weren’t actually hurt, were you? Let’s be honest. Ot was just a trivial matter.”
“A ‘trivial matter‘?” Valerie’s lips curled into a mocking sneer. “She tried to ruin me. How is that trivial? If I hadn’t been quick–witted, the one assaulted that night wouldn’t have been Juliette; it would’ve been me.”
She turned, a faint, mocking smile on her lips, and faced the father who had once meant so much to her. “If it were Valentina who got set up, would you still act like it was nothing?”
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“Valentina is far more generous than you. Of course she wouldn’t mind such trivial matters, Everett said darkly, “You’re the only one who eso pelo
Valerie glared at her father. “So, to you, a girl almost being gang–raped is just a small matter? Dosa Valentina share that view toot
Valentina had long detested Valerie. Hearing this, she shot her a venomous glare and snapped, “How dare you compare yourself to me. Your un atetisko wretch, everything you have today was given to you by my father.
“Even if something happened, you’d still owe me for it. You stole my identity for years. Don’t you think it’s only right you pay me back, at least a little
Valerie cast a lazy glance at her. “The only reason I’m here is to repay your father’s kindness. But don’t forget: The Clark family only took me in for just over four years.”
Everett was stunned into momentary speechlessness, completely at a loss for words. ‘True enough, he thought bitterly, ‘Ever since Valentina returned,) have completely stopped caring for Valerie.’
Valentina snapped, her voice rising with anger, “But you stol make it up to me?”
all my thunder. Now everyone only recognizes you, not me. Don’t you think you should
Valerie shot her a cool glance and asked, “So, how do you want me to make it up to you?”
Without hesitation, Valentina snapped, “Give me back everything you have now.”
Valerie arched an eyebrow with playful curiosity. “Everything? Care to specify?”
“My marriage, my reputation,” Valentina shouted. “I’m the true heiress of the Clark family. Only by marrying me can Aiden truly fulfill the engagement. What do you think Aiden will do when he finds out he married an impostor?”
Valerie instinctively recalled the countless hellish days of her old life, her eyes darkening briefly. But she quickly composed herself, casting a sidelong, cool glance at Valentina and said with deliberate nonchalance, “Go ahead, then.”
Valentina hadn’t expected Valerie to be so nonchalant and was momentarily stunned.
Valerie smiled coolly, “Of course. In return, I’ll tell the Walker family every last detail of that night.”
Valentina’s expression darkened. “How dare you threaten me,” she spat.
Valerie shook her head. “This isn’t a threat, just a friendly reminder. Aiden despises being deceived above all else.
“If he finds out you’ve been playing him for a fool from the very beginning, do you really think you’ll walk away unscathed?”
Everett had already anticipated this. He shot her a warning look and said firmly, “This isn’t your concern. Just keep your mouth shut, and I’ll handle everything else.”
Valerie smiled, “Is that so? Well then, I’ll be watching with great interest.”
Valentina blurted out in surprise, “You’re actually going to keep your mouth shut?”
“I never agreed to that,” Valerie said, flashing a deliberately careless smile. “Honestly, this marriage has always felt like a shackle to me.
“I only got into it to repay the Clark family’s kindness. But if you can help me break free from these chains, I’d really appreciate it.”
With that, Valerie turned to leave, then suddenly paused and glanced back. “Oh, by the way, Aiden doesn’t get along with the third bran
“You’re still holding onto the favors he gave you, yet you’re cozying up to them. So, whose side are you on?”
Everett’s expression darkened even further. With that, Valerie turned on her heet and strode out.
Valentina gritted her teeth bitterly. “Valerie really isn’t the same anymore. She used to be so timid and useless, barely daring to speak up.
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“But now that she’s married into the Walker family, she’s become so brazen. Looks like Aiden has spoiled her rotten”
Rumor had it that Aiden was traumatized as a child, leaving him deeply flawed. When his condition flared up, he’d turn completely fetal, like a beast that
ate raw flesh.
But seeing that Aiden had spoiled Valerie completely rotten, Valentina was absolutely eaten up with regret.
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