A Bride’s Revenge: No Longer The Back Up Novel

Chapter 169 +25 BONUS Evelyn noticed the faint displeasure in Brians expression .

She lowered her voice and said gently , Youve accompanied me to events like this so many times before .

Why is it different now ? Brian pressed his lips together , unsure of how to respond .

In the past , whenever the Torrey family hosted events , he would attend with Evelyn without hesitation , never sparing a thought for Arianas feelings .

But tonight , something was different .

For some reason , the thought of public scrutiny falling on Ariana bothered him .

Evelyn looked up at him .

Her eyes were misty with unshed tears .

Could it really be true , what theyre saying ? Have you started to care about Ariana ? Brian sighed .

Evelyn , you know thats not what I mean .

Then dont worry about it so much .

From what I can see , Ms.

Torrey doesnt mind it at all , Evelyn said softly .

Her words prompted Brian to glance toward Ariana .

Sure enough , Ariana seemned utterly indifferent to the fact that he was attending with Evelyn .

Brian felt that heaviness in his chest again .

Her fiancé was here with another woman , and yet she didnt care at all ? She really doesnt care , he murmured , his tone carrying hint of mockery .

Evelyn whispered , Brian , there have been so many rumors online lately calling me a mistress .

I dont mind what they say , but I dont want you to think that way about me .

If you dont stand up for me , theres no one else in the world who will .

Her words tugged at Brians heartstrings .

They had grown up together , and Evelyn had become an orphan when her family fell into decline .

Brian had always protected her .

Without him , her family assets would have been swallowed up by others a long time ago .

Thinking about how much attention he had been giving Ariana lately and neglecting Evelyn , Brian said , Ive already dealt with those online rumors .

Dont worry , No one will insult you again .

Hearing this , Evelyn broke into a smile .

I knew youd protect me , Brian .

Brian nodded absentmindedly , his gaze still fixed on Ariana Moments later , Gwen entered the banquet hall with Igor .

Igor had gone to great lengths to dress up for the occasion .

With his sunny and handsome looks , he immediately caught the attention of many young socialites In this circle , the rich second generation heirs were often expected to be good looking , and Igor was no exception .

With his striking features and privileged background , he had attracted many admirers since childhood .

He might look polished , but hes rotten to the core , Selena muttered under her breath .

I havent even insulted him yet , and youre already starting ? Ariana asked .

Im just sticking up for you .

Look at how smug they are ! Anyone would think they were self made millionaires .

Instead , theyre just parading around their inheritance .

Doesnt that make you mad ? Not at all .

Thanks to Gwens obsession with pride , she had managed to get her to cough up 12 million dollars to reclaim the funds she had embezzled .