Chapter 16
When Cassidy learned about the matter, Lenora had already arrived home.
“Nora, you are amazing! I just feel so delighted when I think about Katelyn’s face; it’s like she’s eaten something disgusting. Oh, you don’t know it, do you? Someone recorded a video at the scene. You looked absolutely stunning when you spoke. Do you want me to buy you a trending topic?”.
Cassidy didn’t even give her a chance to answer, blabbering, “No, it’s been a while since you last showed up. It’s time to let them see how lively you’re living
Lenora rubbed her temples, feeling a headache coming on. “Dont do it.”
Her casual remark subdued the restless thoughts in Cassidy’s mind. “Well, fine.”
Im a bit tired. Im going to take a shower now. Bye.”
“Okay, goodnight, my little pumpkin!”
“Goodnight” Lenora chuckled.
After hanging up, she tossed her phone aside. But the darkened screen suddenly lit up with a ding
She raised an eyebrow, picked up her phone, and found that Cassidy had sent over the video taken tonight, which excited little interest in her.
Just as she was about to put down her phone, Cassidy sent another message. [I don’t know if it’s just my imagination, but I noticed that Harley, that jerk seems to be staring at you all the time.]
Lenora’s hand paused slightly, but in an instant, she tossed the phone back onto the sofa and went to take a bath.
Anyway, the man was none of her business.
Late at night, Harley watched the video of Lenora on his phone. Although it was the same person, he now somehow found, her less annoying than before.
After the divorce, Lenora seemed like a changed person. She went to get the divorce certificate without even taking a penny from him. It was as if she was the one who never loved. The person who used to be put down by Gwen now boldly admitted in front of so many people that it was she who pushed Katelyn into the water.
Not only did she dare to admit it, but she did so with great arrogance.
Harley crushed the cigarette in his hand, feeling a bit irritated. He couldn’t figure out why he was holding his phone to watch his ex-wife in the middle of the night instead of sleeping.
Damn it!’ he cursed inwardly.
The video from that day went viral within the circle, with mixed reviews about Lenora. Some praised her for a job well done, while others criticized her for being arrogant. Naturally, no one was more furious than Gwen.
Gwen always felt that Lenora, who had nothing but a pretty face was unworthy of Harley-no family background, no talents. She had been in the Brandt family for three years, and in the end, it was all for nothing. It would have been better to take the money and leave back then, but she had to indulge in wishful thinking
Had it not been for her sudden intervention, Harley and Katelyn would likely have already gotten married by now. Katelyn not only comes from a good family but also aligns perfectly with me, and if Katelyn were to marry in, Harley wouldn’t have
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stayed out for so many years!
In Gwen’s eyes, Katelyn was the ideal daughter-in-law, yet it ended up being Lenora instead.
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Now that Lenora and Harley finally divorced, Lenora’s influence only grew stronger day by day. Just a few nights ago, her ideal daughter-in-law was pushed into the water by Lenora, making Gwen so angry that she couldn’t sleep the entire night.
Small world it was. It had only been a few days, and they ran into each other again.
At the moment of the encounter, Lenora was sitting on the sofa flipping through magazines aimlessly while waiting for Cassidy to try on clothes.
Cassidy was a shopaholic, and every time she went shopping, it took her live or six hours just to try on clothes. Lenora had gotten used to it, and so had the shop assistants, who prepared a lot of magazines according to Lenora’s preferences to help her pass the time.
After all, Cassidy was an a list, constantly under the watchful eyes of paparazzi. When she went shopping, it was always at those familiar stores,
As soon as they entered, the shop door closed, and a sign indicating “Closed for the Day” was hung outside. Logically, no one should have come in, but there was no stopping someone determined to barge in.
Unable to make progress with Harley, Katelyn couldn’t let the humiliation she suffered that day go unaddressed. After several inquiries, she learned that Cassidy and Lenora were out shopping today. So, she specially arranged to meet with Gwen, intending to embarrass Lenora using Gwen’s hand.
She deliberately took Gwen for a walk around the building before coming up, pretending to bump into Lenora
As expected, upon seeing Lenora so at ease, Gwen felt deeply unsettled and insisted on barging in.
The shop staff recognized her as Harley’s mom. Though they tried to stop her from entering, Gwen insisted on pushing through, and the staff didn’t dare to truly resort to physical.
So, as soon as Lenora took a sip of her latte, a sharp voice rang out. “Lenora, you’ve got quite the nerve splurging my money!”
Hearing Gwen’s voice, Lenora frowned slightly. Turning her head, she saw Gwen walking over with a handbag slung over her
Beside Gwen was the woman she had kicked into the swimming pool a few days ago.
Seeing them, Lenora immediately understood what was going on. She didn’t respond to Gwen, instead giving Katelyn a half-smile. “Did Miss Sheppard have too much water in her brain that night?”
‘She’s actually bringing Gwen to teach me a lesson Lenora almost laughed out loud at the absurdity, and in fact, she did.
Seeing Lenora’s restrained smile, Katelyn could hardly keep her smile in place. ‘Ms. Maynard, Mrs. Brandt is speaking to
you
“Is she?” Lenora raised an eyebrow as if only noticing Gwen now, glancing at her indifferently. “It’s been a long time, Gwen.”
Sixty-two years old this year, Gwen had never liked being addressed by name.
It was particularly infuriating when Lenora addressed her that way right off the bat. Gwen stiffened, her face going rigid. “You’re becoming more and more disrespectful. No wonder Harley doesn’t want you anymore!”
“Gwen, you’re mistaken. It was I who initiated the divorce.” A cold smile left Lenora’s lips.
Of course, Gwen wouldn’t believe it, scoffing. “Imph, you’re just bluffing.”
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“Nora, how’s this dress. Cassidy had just tried on a new dress when she stepped out to see (
see Gwen, a “witch,” in her words.
Her face immediately changed, and she strode over to Lenora, ber expression icy as she looked around the store. “Why are there some strangers here!”
“Ms. Richmond, we’re really sorry, but Mrs. Brandt insisted on coming in, and we… a shop staff hurried to explain.
Cassidy might not be that tough if someone picked on her, but if they dared to mess with Lenora, she would not hesitate to fight back, even if she knew she might not win. Tve booked the entire place. You’re only serving me today. Get any outsiders
out of here!”