A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging From Dust Novel

Chapter 116 Well , youre in for a disappointment .

Im not upset , not even mad .

Heck , I want to throw a party with fireworks ! Lisettes chest heaved , struggling to maintain her composure .

She couldnt stand Calliope being better off than her .

Any sign of Calliopes happiness was like a thorn in her side .

She had come to rile her up , but it seemed her efforts were in vain .

Youre pretending , arent you ? Lisette chuckled softly .

Theres no way you dont care ! You love Gideon .

Hes everything to you .

But too bad he doesnt love you back .

Hes only got eyes for Yvette , and youre a nuisance to him .

Calliope crossed her arms , eyeing Lisette with a playful smirk .

She tilted her head slightly , a glint of mischief in her eyes .

Is it fun trying to get a rise out of me ? If you want to see me going crazy , I can give you a show .

With a sudden narrowing of her eyes , Calliope tossed a handful of powder in Lisettes direction .

The powder was colorless and odorless , landing softly on Lisettes face .

She felt a slight chill but saw nothing .

What did you do ? Gave you a little something special .

Calliope grinned as she stood up , no longer paying Lisette any mind .

Inside the diner , a few burly waitstaff were keeping a close watch on Calliopes direction , their eyes wary as they looked at Lisette .

But without Calliopes signal , none dared approach her .

The moment Calliope returned , they rushed to her side .

Callie , was she trying to give you a hard time? asked Scarface , his voice laced with protective aggression .

Callie , dont worry .

Were here for you ! If she tries anything , Ill toss her into the deep fryer myself ! added Baldie , his tattooed head gleaming under the lights .

Calliope couldnt help but laugh .

Relax , guys .

She cant touch me .

Besides , shes in for some trouble of her own .

Really ? Really .

Calliope looked at her crew , who , despite their intimidating appearances , were genuinely good hearted and loyal .

She had opened this diner to provide them with a place to belong , never expecting it to become so popular .

She loved the lively atmosphere , finding comfort in their camaraderie .

Alright , enough gawking .

Weve got customers to serve ! With her words , everyone sprang back into action .

Unsure of what Calliope had done to her , Lisette felt uneasy .

Without touching her meal , she grabbed her purse and headed out .

Leaving without even tasting the stew ? Calliope leaned against the doorframe , watching Lisette .

Lisette eyed Calliope warily , What did you do to me earlier ? Poisoned you .

Lisette frowned , skeptical of Calliopes words .

You think you can scare me ? Im not trying to scare you .

Youll act a little … strange .

Calliopes smile widened .

She had sprinkled a concoction shed been experimenting with not harmful , but enough to make someone act a bit off like theyd consumed magic mushrooms .

Each persons reaction varied , but it was always amusing .

1/2 07.23 Chapter 1 Youre the one whos strange ! Lisette huffed , turning on her heel and marching away .

Half an hour later , at the Jewel Group , Im a frog , ribbit ! Im a frog .

Did you know that ? Ribbit , ribbit ! I need bugs .

I need big juicy bugs ! Chapter 1