All Chapters of Panicking at Her True Colors: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

When Yelena Sterling, the fake heiress, found me, I was fishing by the river under the scorching sun.She grabbed my hand with tears in her eyes. "Mary, I finally found you!"Before I could react, a group of people yanked me off the fishing boat and shoved me into a luxury car.The moment the car door closed shut, the smile on Yelena's face vanished. It was replaced by an icy glare that seemed to pierce through me like an arrow.She didn't move her lips, but I could hear her thoughts loud and clear."This is infuriating! How is this woman so pretty? She looks absolutely stunning! Pfft, what does it matter? She's just a pawn to take my place and marry that cripple anyway."This is all because of my useless mother. She can't even cancel one stupid engagement! If not for that, I wouldn't have to let this woman return to the family."Even if she comes back to the Sterling family, I'll make sure she never has a good day in her life."Half an hour later, we switched to a private jet

Chapter 2

"Mom, I believe Mary only hurt me because she was confused. After marrying into the Madden family, she won't see me anymore. Maybe she won't trouble me again after that."Yelena's tears fell in big, pitiful drops, but her thoughts betrayed her."You stupid old woman. What are you waiting for? Do it now! Reprimand her already!"As if struck by a snake, my mother suddenly shoved Yelena away and shouted, "You… What did you just say?"She trembled with rage, and her expression was dark.She pointed at Yelena, and her finger was shaking. However, words failed her as she seemed on the verge of passing out from rage. Yelena collapsed onto the floor. Her face was filled with anguish and innocence. "Mom, what's wrong?"While she seemed concerned, she was already cursing in her mind."What is this old crone freaking out about? Is she losing her mind or something? Oh well, if she drops dead, even better! With only two loyal dogs left in the house, they'll be much easier to control."My

Chapter 3

I swept my gaze over the group, then slowly and deliberately corrected them. "I was catching a sturgeon, an endangered species. Its cartilage and spinal marrow contain anti-cancer factors, making it highly valuable for academic research and economic purposes. In fact, every single person here is worth far less than that fish."The socialites bristled as if I had struck a nerve. They glared at me."Hah! Catching an endangered species? You must've been trying to sell it for money to survive. Oh, you poor, pathetic girl.""Just because you returned to the Sterling family doesn't mean you're a real heiress. A barnyard hen perched on a high branch doesn't get to be called an eagle. You'll never be on the same level as Yelena.""Exactly! It was Yelena's kindness and generosity that saved a stray like you from the slums. You should be thanking her on your knees right now."With that, a few of them reached out to press down on my shoulders.I grabbed two wrists, shifted my weight, and, u

Chapter 4

The entire banquet hall fell silent as all eyes locked on the man in the wheelchair. Whispers spread throughout the room."As expected of Ashborough's top bachelor—even in a wheelchair, he's still undeniably handsome.""Mr. Madden has barely appeared in public over the past five years. He must be in worse condition than we thought.""Honestly, in this marriage between the Sterling and Madden families, the Sterlings are the ones climbing the social ladder here. Everyone knows the Maddens are at the top of Ashborough's business empire."As the guests applauded to welcome the Maddens, Yelena's inner thoughts surfaced again."Bullshit! Who dares say the Sterling family is climbing up? I'll have my idiot lapdog of a father buy out their company first thing tomorrow!"So what if Howard is good-looking? He's still a cripple who can't even stand, probably in more ways than one. If I had to marry him, I'd be a living widow, stuck to pleasuring myself with my hands for the rest of my lif

Chapter 5

Yelena sidled up to Johnny and clung to his arm. She called sweetly, "Johnny."Johnny recoiled as if she were a venomous snake, then pried her hands off and stepped behind their parents for cover.Her thoughts echoed in everyone's mind once more."Has Johnny lost his damn mind too? How dare he ignore me? Does he have a death wish or something?"Frustrated, Yelena shot a look at Cindy and the others. She was silently ordering them to handle the dog for her.Cindy sneered back, then threw the counterfeit handbag Yelena had gifted her into the trash. Then, with the rest of her friends in tow, they flipped Yelena off before striding away together.Yelena was livid. She blamed everything on Lilian. If Lilian had not humiliated her by forcing her to handle the dog, no one would have dared to look down on her!Lilian's sudden outburst had made one thing clear to the smarter guests: everyone could hear Yelena's thoughts.I believed I could use this to my advantage and bait out my real

Chapter 6

I nodded with a smile. This time, even the ever-composed Lilian was visibly shocked.She invited me to the VIP lounge for a private conversation.My birth parents and Johnny attempted to follow, but the Madden family's guards unceremoniously blocked their path.Meanwhile, Yelena was still carefully holding onto the poodle as she stomped toward me. She looked extremely pissed. She then pulled me aside."Mary, you vixen! What kind of spell did you cast on the Maddens? Why are they treating you with such respect while I—"I cut her off nonchalantly, "Because I can cure her son's legs.""Bullshit! You're just a penniless nobody who survives on fishing. How the hell would you know medicine?"I chuckled dismissively. "You clearly don't know a thing about me. It seems your claim about having investigated my background was just a lie to trick them, right?""So what if it was? No matter what I say, Dad, Mom, and Johnny will always believe me unconditionally. I'm the most beloved daughte

Chapter 7

I briefly explained my objectives to Lilian and Howard.Our team had recently dismantled a large-scale scam operation in Rangoria, but the mastermind was still at large and hiding in Ashborough under a secret identity.He was a high-profile figure with a strong interest in antiques. This mission's objective was to lure him out and take the entire gang down.Lilian spoke up. "With the Sterling-Madden engagement, all of Ashborough's most powerful officials and elite figures are gathered here. Are you planning to use this as an opportunity to screen for potential suspects?"I narrowed my eyes and nodded."I've released some bait. Mrs. Madden Senior, I'll need your people to secretly keep an eye on Yelena. Additionally, I want to take advantage of the Sterling-Madden engagement to host a live auction. "The key item needs to be a thousand-year-old antique—something rare and precious enough to serve as the perfect bait.""Understood. I'll make the arrangements right away," Lilian r

Chapter 8

The engagement banquet lasted until late at night. Once it concluded, Lilian arranged for me and Johnny to be escorted back to the Sterling residence.Mom, Dad, and Yelena had already gone to bed by the time we arrived. Only the housekeeper, Clara Finch, remained in the dimly lit living room, waiting for us.Johnny briefly instructed Clara to take care of me before heading upstairs to rest.Clara led me to my bedroom, closed the door, then turned around and bowed respectfully."Ms. Sterling, you've finally returned!"Just as Yelena had claimed, according to the original storyline, I should have been brought back to the Sterling family five years ago.But reality had deviated from that script. That was why I had arranged for Clara to infiltrate the household as a housekeeper. She was to monitor the truth behind the changes.Thanks to her, I had been fully aware of Yelena's every move for the past five years.I recalled how, in the original plot, my parents were overjoyed to reun

Chapter 9

The next morning, Clara prepared a lavish spread for breakfast.Yelena wasted no time stirring up drama the moment she woke up.Lacking any originality, she threw herself down the stairs from the second floor and accused me of pushing her. With blood trickling from her forehead and her face badly swollen, she cried pitifully, "Dad, Mom, Johnny, help me! Call an ambulance!"One by one, my parents and Johnny stepped out of their rooms. But instead of rushing to her aid, they took their time coming downstairs.Yelena's thoughts were deafening."They hate seeing me hurt. Just wait, Mary. You're about to get ripped apart by my three loyal dogs! I barely need to do anything to have these three idiots dancing in the palm of my hand. "The Sterling family fortune will be mine, and Mary won't get a damn cent. Johnny can forget about inheriting anything too!"Johnny was the first to pass her, and Yelena quickly clung to his leg.Before she could speak, he pried her off with a scowl and

Chapter 10

As my mother's sharp gaze swept toward me, I quickly averted my eyes. I pressed myself against the wall and half-heartedly responded to Clara's words.A crisp smack echoed through the hall.Yelena stood frozen outside my mother's room. A moment later, she burst into wailing sobs.But this time, her thoughts fell completely silent.The wolf-head tattoo on my mother's back… Was it just a coincidence?I needed to get to the Madden residence to confirm the truth.Shortly after, my mother changed into a fresh outfit and announced that Lilian had invited her over to discuss the engagement.Of course, I insisted on coming along. I told her to wait in the car while I got ready.As I passed by Yelena, I offered her a kind reminder. "If you don't want to end up as a doomed supporting character, I suggest you leave the Sterling family as soon as possible."If my mother was that mysterious mastermind, then Yelena—whether she had seen the tattoo or not—was now in grave danger.Yelena look

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