LittleNovelChapter 253 How Dare You Slap Her This was the carrot-and-stick approach. Dad always fell for this tactic.
Sure enough, he took my words to heart.
He looked at Elsa and handed her a black card. "Your sister is right. You're still young, and you can afford to enjoy yourself a little longer. Use this card to buy whatever you like. There's no limit. I've got you covered." Elsa nodded, casting a resentful glance my way before turning to Dad with a look of gratitude.
"I'll listen to you, Dad," she said obediently, accepting the card without the slightest protest. She even stopped Jack, who had been about to speak up on her behalf.
Watching her sit there so demurely, I beceven more wary. She was definitely planning something.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSure enough, right after dinner, she clooking forwhile I was strolling in the garden.
She glanced around before flashinga bright smile. "Where's Eric? You're out here all alone?" I scoffed. "Don't you already know where he is?" During dinner, she had spent the whole tgushing about how Eric and Dad shared the sinterests. Dad, pleased by the praise, immediately dragged Eric into his study after the meal.
I would've left already if I weren't waiting for him. I wouldn't be standing here, watching Elsa put on a show.
She sat down on the swing beside me, still wearing that innocent smile. But that smile looked almost eerie under the dim glow of the garden lights.
I didn't say a word and just met her gaze in silence.
After a long pause, she finally asked, "Jane, why are you targeting me?" I blinked, feigning innocence. "Targeting you? What did I say that isn't the truth? Do you really think you're qualified to join the company? What else can you do besides act coy and sow discord?" Elsa looked utterly wounded as if I had just slandered her with soutrageous accusation. "Jane, how could you say that about me? The interior design competition was incredibly difficult, and I still placed second. Doesn't that prove my ability?" I let out a short laugh.
She actually brought it up herself before I could even expose her. How convenient.
Stepping closer, I met her gaze and asked slowly, "Doesn't that award feel a little undeserved?" Her breath hitched. She hesitated before cautiously replying, "W-What do you mean?" I waved my hand dismissively, a smirk tugging at my lips. "Oh, nothing at all." I wasn't planning on revealing the truth just yet. If I exposed her now, Mom and Dad would only be heartbroken.
Elsa studied me, her eyes flickering with doubt. Then, she suddenly. smiled after a moment. "Jane...she drawled, her tone suddenly light and teasing.
"If Mom and Dad see how you keep targeting me, don't you think they'll eventually stop believing all your little justifications?" "Oh?" I arched a brow, the corner of my lips curling into an amused smile.
"And what exactly do you plan to do?" The moment the words left my mouth, she abruptly raised her hand and slapped herself hard.
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Even in the dim garden lighting, I could clearly see the red, stinging imprint of her palm blooming across her cheek. She sucked in a sharp breath from the pain but still skota defiant, provocative look. Then, without missing a beat, she shot to her feet as tears welled in her eyes. She immediately bolted toward the house.
I paused for a second, then let out a soft chuckle and followed her inside.
Sure enough, the moment I stepped into the living room, her walling fitted the Her cries instantly The content is e on novelenglish.net! and Dad Eric out of the study.
ия Eric glanced at me, his brows slightly furrowed in silent question.
I gave him a small smile and shook my head. There was nothing to worry about.
On the other hand, Jack cstorming toward me; his face twisted with ander ex dare you hit Elsa?"
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