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

Chapter 238 Elise was the ideal refined lady .

She was exactly the type Belinda favored .

This was good news for Ariana .

She wouldnt have to deal with Brian constantly watching her anymore .

Brian didnt miss the look of delight on Arianas face .

Seeing this , a surge of anger flared in his chest .

Was she really that eager for him to meet another woman ? Belinda continued , Originally , I had high hopes for you two , but these few months of interaction prove youre just not compatible .

Brian needs someone who can manage household affairs for him .

Ms.

Torrey , you have your own aspirations , so theres no point trying to force you to stay together .

It was obvious that Belinda blamed Ariana for failing as a fiancée .

Ariana nodded , not bothering to argue .

Belinda wanted Brian to have a wife who was both stunning to show off in public and dependable at home .

Ariana remembered how she used to cook and clean for Brian , putting his needs above everything .

She felt foolish just thinking about it .

Why did she have to lower herself like that ? Why did she neglect her own studies just to please a man ? It felt like all those years of education had been for nothing .

In this new life , Ariana had refused to take on that role from the very beginning .

Belinda mistook Arianas silence for submission , completely oblivious to what Ariana was truly thinking .

Her eyes even carried a hint of disdain .

Ariana knew Belinda was probably thinking shed lost a fortune by missing the chance to marry Brian .

However , Ariana was thinking that if Brian and one billion dollars were placed side by side , she would take the money without hesitation .

In her eyes , Brian meant nothing Alright , Ive said what I needed to say .

Ms.

Torrey , dont take it too personally .

There are plenty of good men here in Gleaston .

Even though your father has passed , Im still willing to help you find a decent partner someday .

Theres no need , Madam Mackle .

I dont intend to marry anytime soon .

Even if she did want to marry , she certainly wouldnt rely on Belinda to help her find a husband .

Belinda had brought it up merely out of politeness , so she just nodded .

Standing up , she said , Its getting late .

Ill be going.

With that , two maids waiting outside stepped forward to support Belinda as she walked out .

Ariana finally felt herself relax when Belinda was gone .

You cant wait for me to call off our engagement , can you ? Brians icy voice suddenly came from behind her .

She turned to see him glaring at her with fury in his eyes .

need to keep asking .

Mr.

Lodge , havent I made it clear enough how much I want that ? Theres r She had told him more than once she intended to break it off , but he never believed her .

His face darkened even more .

He asked coldly , Is it because of William ? Or Victor ? Chapter 238 # 25 BONUS Hearing this , Ariana was stunned .

What ? Brian stepped closer , his gaze turning even colder .

Grabbing her arm , he asked , Is it William or Victor youve latched onto ? Or are you planning to string them both along ?