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Reese had always prided herself on her steely resolve, but it disintegrated instantaneously under the weight of Malcolm’s persuasive words. She felt herself go limp against him.
Had she not been well–versed in medical knowledge, she might have suspected Malcolm of being toxic, considering how effortlessly he managed to crumble her willpower. Despite her mental fortitude, the found herself defenseless against him, feeling particularly vulnerable.
Meanwhile, Dahlia was seething with rage, eavesdropping from behind the door. Her nails dug into her palm, oblivious to the pain as a grotesque expression contorted her features,
“That Reese, playing the siren, always plotting to seduce Malcolm. She seemed so meek before, but she’s truly rotten at heart,” she seethed under her breath.
Silva, who was standing nearby, found this behavior distasteful. Despite his certain admiration for Reese, eavesdropping felt beneath his dignity as a scion of the Morris family.
However, Dahlia had insisted that he accompany her.
“Let’s leave, Dahlia,” Silva suggested. “They’re a married couple. Their affairs are none of our business. If Reese catches us here, it’ll only lead to another quarrel you’re embroiled in.”
Dahlia dismissed Silva with a contemptuous wave, I’m not scared of her. What harm could she possi of the Flynn family? if she disgraces herself, it’s not just her reputation she’s tarnishing, but the dignity of the Flynn family as well. possibly inflict upon me in the eyes
Malcolm was supposed to be her husband, Reese had merely lucked out. Why should Reese bask in glory while she was left with some trust fund kid? Sure, the Silva family had wealth, but they lacked the prestige of the Flynn family.
The Flynns were among Atlanta’s elite, a family whose name commanded respect even among the most esteemed business veterans. If she could usurp Reese, she would carry herself with unparalleled grace and elegance.
She couldn’t afford to let Reese outdo her. She needed to find a way to embarrass Reese in front of Malcolm, especially with all the Flynn relatives present today.
She pulled Silva aside, “Listen, later on, play along with me. We’ll go to the backyard and take a side–profile picture.”
Her resemblance to Reese was her silver lining; from the side, they were practically indistinguishable.
Silva was puzzled, “Why do you need a picture like that?”
“Til send it to Malcolm Hell undoubtedly believe that Reese is fooling around with you. When I intervene, no matter how eloquent Reese is, she won’t be able to vindicate herself.”
Silvas eyes widened in shock, “Have you lost your mind?!
“That wont happen, I’ll find a way to separate those two,
y nove. Tod
If they figure it out, we’ll be the one locking foolish.”
and then we’ll have
our opportunity.”
Dahlia had meticulously calculated every she had become the heroine by saving Mr. Vance. Otherwise, why would such fortune befall her?
Today was supposed to be Reese’s downfall, yet, as if favored by divine intervention,
“Why do you need to separate them? Silva asked, still not understanding her motive,
Of course, Dahlia wouldn’t disclose that she aspired to be Mrs. Flynn of the prestigious Flynn family and was wedge between Reese and Malcolm
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If Silva discovered her true intentions, he would abandon her in a heartbeat. Until she had Malcolm under her spell, Silva couldn’t
suspect a thing.
she humiliated me last time; I need to get my revenge.”
After pondering for a moment, Silva’s resolve wavered. He might as well give Dahlia’s plan a shot. If Malcolm started doubting Reese, and a divorce ensued, he could pursue Reese himself.
Ever since he had met Reese, Dahlia had seemed more and more mundane–just like any
other woman.
All she did was flirt and feign innocence, nothing like Reese–who was genuinely passionate and immensely charismatic. He had never met anyone quite like her.
Seeing no response from Silva, Dahlia pouted her lips and looked at him expectantly, her voice dripping with sweetness.
“Babe, can you please just help me out? You don’t want to see me being bullied, do you? If she treats me like this, it’s like she’s disregarding your feelings.”
Silva, who was already on the verge of changing his mind, couldn’t resist Dahlia’s pleas–at least for now, he was still susceptible to her tactics..
Indulgently, he pinched her cheek, All right, I’ll do it for you.”
Her face lit up with a smile, and she pecked Silva on the cheek. “You’re the best, darling-
In his mind, Silva was thinking, if only one day he could make Reese call him that, he’d feel even happier and more accomplished than he did now.
“Let’s proceed with our plan,” Silva wished they could cut straight to the chase–best case scenario, Malcolm misunderstands Reese, they split up, and then he could openly pursue Reese after breaking with Dahlia.
Upon exiting the building, Dahlia found Nancy and shared the plan, and rather than objecting, Nancy showered her with praises.
“You’re getting smarter by the day, my girl.”
“Then, mom, you go talk to Reese first. Dahlia’s anticipation grew as she envisioned the upcoming drama.
“Will do.”
Dahlia led Silva to the Flynn family’s deserted backyard, where all the guests were inside the parlor.
She approached a staff member, slipped her some cash, and requested her to take their picture.
“After you take the photo, the money is yours, but you have to promide me, whatever happens, you can’t say you took photos for us, understood?”
“Sure,” the staff member readily agreed. It was a sweet deal–deny taking the picture, earn easy money.
Dahlia struck a pose a
and instructed the staff member, “Just capture me from the side; you don’t need my entire face.”
“Understood.”
For this scheme, Dahlia had even taken the
precaution of wearing on outfit identical to Reese’s to ensure that no matter what Reese
Would he wouldn’t be able to defend herself.
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Nancy arrived at Reese’s door and knocked.
When Reese opened the door and saw Nancy, her brows furrowed in clear displeasure.
“What do you want?
Thinking of the embarrassment Reese would soon endure and temporarily setting aside her disdain, Nancy greeted Reese with feigned warmth, “Hey Reese, could you come with me for a moment? need to discuss something with you.”
“If there’s something to say, say it here.” Reese was not too fond of being alone with Nancy. Around the Flynn family, she tried to avoid conflicts, but with Nancy’s sharp tongue, there was no predicting what kind of unpleasant things she might say.
Nancy’s smile remained unchanged. “I’ve got some news about your grandmother. Don’t you want to know?”
Reese’s expression hardened as she seized Nancy’s wrist. “What do you know!”
Nancy felt a chill from Reese’s intense gaze, hesitated for a moment before regaining her composure. “You… you’ll have to come with me if you want to know. Surely, you don’t want Mr. Flynn’s nephew to overhear, do you?”
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