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“Who else could it be? Of course it’s Elliot! They will be engaged two weeks after Christmas, and my
daughter will finally marry.” Francis’ happiness was uncontrollable, especially now that he had such a
wonderful son-in-law. His company would certainly expand further when it was handed over to
Anastasia in the future.
A trace of jealousy flashed in Naomi’s eyes, but she couldn’t show it on the surface. So, she smiled
pretentiously and said, “Really? That’s great! Anastasia is so lucky
“I think so too.” Francis nodded in agreement.
What he didn’t realize was that when his wife turned around, her face turned frosty and anger flashed
in her eyes. Francis loves Anastasia even more now because he can count on her for anything.
In his eyes, there is no Erica and me anymore!
Since Naomi and Francis got married, they had never been at one with each other. His heart was
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtdedicated to home. and she only cared about herself and her daughter.
When Naomi went downstairs and headed out for a stroll, she couldn’t help but call her daughter. At
that time, Erica was our shopping with Hayley.
Erica had no idea that the person who had kept her alone at Alex’s place the night before was her
bestie currently standing next to her. Aside from that, the card that Hayley was holding in her hand was
under Alex’s name.
Unknowingly, Eria had shared a man with Hayley, yet she was still showing off how much Alex loved
her and how generous he was to her in front of Hayley.
On the other hand, Hayley only smiled. and said nothing. Erica didn’t know that
she was acting like a clown in front of her.
Upon hearing her phone ring. Erica took out her phone and picked up the call. Hello, Mom. What’s the
matter?” she
asked.
“Erica, Anastasia is getting engaged to
Elliot, Naomi disclosed.
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“What?” Erica’s eyes widened in shock. “Anastasia is getting engaged? With Elliot?” she asked in
disbelief.
Although it was only a matter of time, hearing this news still drove Erica insane with jealousy.
On the other hand, Hayley tightened her grip around the coffee cup as she stared at Erica. Those
words were like a knife piercing through her heart.
After all. Anastasia is becoming Elliot’s wife. It is as if God has given her the best of everything, and it is
so unfair.
“Mom, are you sure?” Erica asked again.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Anastasia was the one who called and told your father. How can I not be certain? I’m hoping it’s a
scam as well!” Naomi replied angrily at the other end.
After Erica hung up the call, she turned. and noticed Hayley’s ghastly expression.
“Are you alright, Hayley? Anastasia is getting engaged to Elliot!”
“It’s okay. She knew how to use tricks and schemes to seduce Elliot, but I’m not capable of any of that,”
Hayley said.
“What exactly did she mean last time? Why would she say that you are being swept out by the
Presgrave Family However, Erica couldn’t finish the sentence.
An icy look flashed across Hayley’s gaze. “Anastasia framed me. She convinced everyone that I was
planning to murder Old Madam Presgrave and everyone believed it, so I was misjudged by Elliot.
Anastasia has taken everything that the Presgraves have given me. I hate her and I wish she was
dead!” Hayley elaborated.
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