CHAPTER 4

News of Camelia's death has subsided for one week. Happy news actually reappeared from the Philips family; to be precise, Samuel Philips conveyed the happy news that he would soon marry Simona Layla and not only the news of marriage but also the news of Simona's pregnancy.

Elisa, who was at Felix's residence, was getting angry. Samuel had gone too far, and they must have happily enjoyed Camelia's wealth. Elisa would not forget her grudge against Samuel; until she died a hundred times, she would still avenge all her heartache on her ex-husband.

"Ck...ck Samuel. Did you think I was dead? I was reborn to avenge you," she muttered, staring at a dark red paper that became Samuel and Simona's wedding invitation. Luckily for her, her husband Felix was invited to their wedding.

The clear Cristal that she had been desperately holding back finally fell into her eyes. Flowing between her cheeks, Camelia, who was inside Elisa's body, had to live with a pain that she could not explain to anyone.

There was another knock on the door. Elisa quickly put away the invitation behind a pile of magazines; she roughly wiped away her tears and then showed a thin curved line when she saw the face of the servant who entered.

"What's wrong?" she asked the two servants who approached her.

"Mr. Felix told us to give it to you, ma'am," replied the waiter, placing several brand-name paper bags in front of Elisa.

"What for?" she asked again. She was still confused as to what Felix had bought her all this stuff for.

"Mr. Felix did not convey any message to us, ma'am."

"Well, then you may leave."

After the servant left, Elisa opened one of the large paper bags. Then she opened the lid of the box, which was tied with a black ribbon from a well-known brand. A black glitter sleeveless dress was so beautiful. But what caught Elisa's attention was a letter left on that dress.

'Elisa. I hope you like the dress I chose; I hope you'll accompany me to the party at Mr. Philips' residence.'

Saying the word Philips made Elisa feel angry. Of course, she would still go to the party with Felix, but not in this dress.

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Elisa was getting ready in the dress of her choice tonight. The dark red dress had just arrived in the afternoon, and luckily, it was the boutique where Camelia had ordered the dress. Still selling the same dress as the late Camelia, the dress Elisa wore tonight would make Samuel remember because he had made this dress as their wedding anniversary present.

"Perfect!" Elisa's lips complimented her elegant and beautiful appearance in the sleeveless dress. With her makeup slightly emphasized in the eye area, she left her hair loose and shiny.

At the sound of the door knocking again, Elisa's head turned slightly as her eyes met Felix's bewitching blue sea-like eyes. She continued to stare into Felix's eyes without blinking; even when Felix's burly body made it into her room, her eyes remained fixed on one point.

"You're so beautiful. I thought the dress I gave you was too simple; I like your dress," Felix said, breaking the silence between himself and his wife, Elisa.

Elisa shook her head. She seemed to almost break Felix's hope from the man's tone; he must have been very disappointed that she had chosen to wear another dress. "It's not like that, Felix; your dress is beautiful, but the color looks like it reminds me of death. I don't want Mr. Philips to feel sad remembering his late wife."

"You're right! But I don't think Mr. Philips is that sad as he quickly found a replacement, and she is also pregnant with their baby."

Elisa grimaced. Even a sane person like Felix thought so; how could a husband who said his wife had an accident with a car that went into a ravine a week ago now tell the news of marriage with another woman?

"Yes. No matter what you say, Felix, a dead woman can't come back. A man like Samuel Philips can't live alone either," Elisa said with a slight smile. She welcomed Felix's outstretched hand towards her, and he took her hand and draped it over Felix's muscular arm, which was covered by a tight formal suit.

They set off in Felix's private vehicle. Elisa stayed silent, staring out the window, while Felix was busy with the cell phone attached to his right ear.

Soon, he would reach the Philips mansion. This mansion actually belonged to Camelia; she had returned home but not with her body. No one could recognize her, nor could the servants and private drivers who had worked for years with her recognize the new Camelia.

"Elisa. Are you okay?" Felix asked, touching Elisa's hand.

Elisa was surprised and quickly withdrew her hand from Felix's warm touch. Her head turned to catch a glimpse of Felix's eyes before her eyes gazed into the magnificent mansion in front of them. That's right! They had arrived at Mr. Philips' residence.

"Yeah. I almost fell asleep; the trip was a bit boring, and now I can't wait to get in," Elisa said, a smile on her lips. This time, she had a genuine smile for Felix, even though he didn't know the truth about her.

Felix smiled, too, as he went downstairs first and waited for Elisa to come down. Elisa was now beside him, but Felix was at a loss as to what to do. Considering his wife didn't like being touched in public, Elisa had previously planned the romantic thing between Felix and Elisa.

"Felix? Why are you keeping your distance?" asked Elisa, approaching her husband, taking Felix's hand and placing it on her waist - following the couple who had entered first.

"No, I just want to make you feel comfortable," said Felix, who also couldn't hide his surprise at what Elisa had said.

"If you stay away. I'd be uncomfortable. I don't know anyone here besides you," she continued shortly.

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