A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging From Dust Novel

Chapter 167 Lisette was undoubtedly the evenings star , so even though Calliope made quite the entrance , Zelda quickly helped shift the spotlight back to Lisette .

Since it was Lisettes birthday party , naturally , there were plenty of people who had come bearing gifts .

Monty and Zelda stood by Lisettes side , helping her receive presents .

Calliope and her friends found a corner to sit in for a while .

She watched Lisette from afar , a thoughtful look in her eyes .

Meanwhile , Portia and Archie were chattering away about something , and Mavis was off socializing with a group of people , led by Uriah .

While observing the scene , Calliope suddenly felt two shadows looming over her .

She glanced up to see Valerian and Ulysses approaching , both looking rather displeased .

What do you want ? Calliope asked coolly , raising an eyebrow .

Did you do it on purpose , giving Lisette that dress ? You knew youd outshine her , Ulysses accused angrily .

gave it to her , and shes not happy ? Then she can give it back .

I didnt have to give it to her , Calliope replied nonchalantly .

Its my dress .

I can wear whatever I please .

Why are you being so unreasonable ? Calliope , youre being difficult .

Its Lisettes birthday .

Why steal her thunder ? Ulysses fumed .

Calliope , youre really overstepping .

You celebrated your birthday yesterday .

Do you really need to be the center of attention again today ? Valerian added , clearly annoyed .

Upon overhearing that , Portia couldnt hold back .

She stood up in a huff .

What , no one else can look good just because its Lisettes birthday ? Oh , is that so ? So , should everyone who looks better than Lisette go home ? she shouted , drawing the rooms attention .

Everyone began whispering amongst themselves , intrigued by the commotion .

Dont twist our words ! Valerian snapped , getting more frustrated with Calliope by the second .

Im not twisting anything .

Isnt that exactly what you meant ? Portia retorted defiantly .

Were talking about Calliope , not everyone else ! Ulysses interjected , exasperated .

Oh , its about Callie ? Why ? Is Lisette so insecure that shes afraid Callie will outshine her ? Portia continued loudly .

Its not like Callies trying to steal the show .

Even in a potato sack , shed outshine Lisette .

Its not Callies fault that Lisette doesnt have the same presence .

People around them couldnt help but nod in agreement .

Instinctively , they glanced between Calliope and Lisette , comparing the two .

Those who had attended past birthday parties couldnt help but remember how Calliope had always been understated yet striking .

Even in less fitting and glamorous attire , she had an inner beauty that fancy clothes couldnt overshadow .

Tonight , Calliope had truly captivated everyone , reminding them of her unique charm .

Even when she stayed under the radar , her presence was unforgettable .