Chapter 2

I put on a look of sudden realization.

"Yes, you're right.

"But if we're both wearing veils tomorrow and leaving from the same house, what if the groom picks up the wrong bride? That'd be a disaster!

"You definitely can't leave from my place. If you head out now and book a hotel to set things up, there should still be time."

Hannah panicked immediately. "We grew up together. Do you really have to ruin my wedding?"

Some of the other household staff immediately joined in.

"Ms. Daphne, Hannah's always been the one giving in to you since you were kids. She and her mother have worked for the Castillos for 20 years just to take care of you. How can you be so heartless?"

"Exactly! A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. If you don't want to help, fine, but why are you making things difficult? Do you even have a conscience?"

"I think she's just afraid Hannah's future husband is better!"

Someone didn't even bother hiding it anymore and turned to comfort Hannah directly.

"Why do we even need her permission? In a bit, we'll help you set up a beautiful bridal suite. It'll be a hundred times nicer than hers."

Hannah lowered her head and sniffled, clearly moved.

I sneered inwardly and swept my gaze coldly across the room.

I had been far too easygoing in the past, easy enough for them to forget who actually owned this house.

I grabbed a glass and smashed it onto the floor. The sharp sound instantly drew every pair of wary eyes to me.

"What are you doing, breaking things?"

"Do you have any idea how hard it is to clean that up?"

"You don't know how to care about people at all! You can't compare to Hannah! If it weren't for your wealthy family, no man would want you."

I walked straight up and slapped the speaker across the face.

"So you do know I come from money?" I said coldly. "You do know this is the Castillos' house? Let me make this clear. Every dollar you earn comes from my family. If you don't want this job, get out. Right now."

I never expected what happened next.

Instead of being scared, they laughed.

"You put on that big-shot act every day! Do you really think you're that impressive?"

"We're not leaving! Let's see what you can actually do. We're sending Hannah off in style tomorrow."

"You seriously think anyone in this house listens to you? You're just shouting into the void."

"Once Hannah's married, we'll all go work for her. You can stay here alone in this empty house. I hope a ghost haunts you and gives you a heart attack!"

Now I understood why they were so bold.

They had already decided to abandon the Castillos and latch onto Hannah instead.

That made sense. Without their cooperation in my previous life, Hannah never could have successfully taken my place and married into the Masons.

I clenched my teeth hard.

Hannah's mother, Jenny Castillo, shot me a vicious look. "What are you staring at? We gave you a chance, and you didn't want it. Just wait till the Masons kick you to the curb!"

"Mom, stop arguing with her," Hannah said softly. "The wedding tomorrow is what matters."

She turned to me with an apologetic expression. "Daphne, I didn't want things to get this ugly, but you're being too petty today. It's honestly disappointing."

"Hannah, don't waste your breath on her," someone said. "I'm going to help you set up your bridal suite right now."

They surrounded Hannah and left my room.

Before disappearing, Hannah turned back and shot me a provocative look.

I clenched my fists.

Even if I called Nelson now, it would be useless. His trusted people were overseas with him, and the company staff had probably already pledged loyalty to Hannah.

My phone vibrated.

A notification popped up. I had received 15 million.

It was a wedding gift from the Masons.

An idea formed instantly.

I turned and left the house, heading straight for the mall.

First, I bought a property. Then, I picked up a car.

After making sure I had spent every last dollar of the three million, I went straight to the police station.

The officer stared at me in disbelief. "Say that again. What are you here for?"

"I committed marriage fraud," I said calmly. "I'm turning myself in."