Semua Bab A Bride’s Revenge: No Longer the Backup: Bab 1 - Bab 10

After Ariana walked away, several people scoffed. "What's she throwing a tantrum for? She would still go into the pool obediently to pick up the rings if Mr. Lodge threatened to not proceed with the engagement.""Exactly. Everyone knows the person Mr. Lodge loves is Ms. Granger. Ariana Torrey? She's just a shameless lady who keeps throwing herself at Mr. Lodge when he doesn't even like her. If it weren't because Mrs. Lodge Senior liked her, would Mr. Lodge even spare her a glance?"…People were whispering and pointing at Ariana discreetly.Meanwhile, Ariana, who was soaked through, had headed back inside the banquet hall.Her stepmother, Gwen Lambert, hurried over and caught up with her. "Ariana Torrey, where have you been? How did you end up looking like this? It's your engagement party today! Hurry and go somewhere you can dry your dress."Also, we can't have you dressed so conservatively! Men like it more if a lady is a little sexy."Gwen yanked at the collar of Ariana's gow

In the room next door, Selena had finished three bottles of liquor and was singing a song at the top of her voice.Ariana noticed something strange with the news online as she scrolled through them. She tugged at Selena's sleeve. "When have I ever said that Brian Lodge has sexual dysfunction?""Ha! I wrote that! Since it's a news article, it needs to be shocking to catch the readers' attention."Ariana's expression hardened. "Have you thought about the consequences, though?"Selena's cheeks were flushed. She held the microphone and shouted, "Consequences? What consequences would there be? It's not like Brian Lodge is going to hold a knife to my neck and force me to take down all the news on the Internet?"Bang!Suddenly, someone kicked the door open. The song that was playing in the room came to an abrupt stop.Ariana's heart missed a beat when she saw a stony-faced Brian standing at the door. She knew he would come looking for her, but Ariana never expected him to show up so qu

When Gwen saw the transfer agreement, her expression took a 180-degree turn. Her tone softened and was immediately laced with hints of flattery. "Come on, Ariana—Igor is your younger brother after all. If he takes over the company, it will ensure that the Torrey family legacy continues. He will also serve as your backer so you can marry Mr. Lodge with peace of mind. Isn't that killing two birds with one stone?"As she spoke, Gwen quickly pulled Igor over and scolded, "What are you waiting for? Apologize to your sister right now! Who gave you the permission to barge into her room early in the morning?"Reluctant to comply, Igor retorted, "Torrey Co. will be mine sooner or later anyway! She's threatening to call off the engagement and ruin my future. Of course, I must set things straight with her!"Ariana simply watched, unfazed.She had never expected her younger brother to start coveting the family's assets at such a young age.He already saw himself to be the future head of the f

Belinda's tone was kind but firm. "Ariana, Brian has clearly been bewitched by that woman from the Granger family. You can rest assured—I'll make sure he apologizes to you properly. You are the only one I acknowledge as the future Mrs. Lodge, and no one can change that."Ariana offered a soft smile and replied, "Mrs. Lodge Senior, since his mind has already been made up, I don't think I have much else to say. I wish him and Ms. Granger the best."With that, she rose to leave, adding, "If you ever need anything, Mrs. Lodge Senior, I'll still be here to serve you. But... I think it's best we end the engagement here.""Ariana..." Belinda wasn't eager to give up just yet.However, Ariana shook her head. "I still have some family matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now. I'll visit you another time, Mrs. Lodge Senior"With that, she turned and strode off.Watching her depart, Belinda let out a sigh.Ariana never used to be the impulsive girl she was now.As Ariana opened the

Brian glared at Ariana with hatred in his eyes. His voice went cold and he sounded as if he wanted to shred her into pieces."Brian! Don't be like that—you've misunderstood Ms. Torrey! I was the one who wanted to do it…""You're too kind for your own good, Eve, and that's why people keep walking all over you. I told you that you didn't have to see her!"Ariana watched as Brian continued defending Evelyn. She kind of expected it, to be honest. After all, Evelyn would always manage to get hurt every time Brian appeared. Ariana had already sensed that something was wrong from the moment Evelyn fell to her knees. Still, she didn't mind playing along to Evelyn's tune and pushing things in her direction.Ultimately, she needed to get Brian to hate her. He would then have to call off the engagement whether he liked it or not."Ariana Torrey! I used to think that you were just a two-faced, backstabbing bitch, but I didn't think you'd be so evil as well! Eve has always had a weak body. I