Dead at Heart novel

Chapter 100 +25 BONUS Ariel held Janice back . She calmly looked at Frederick . " We're here representing Mr. Hockney . " " Since when has Mr. Hockney become so negligent , so much so that he'd send the likes of you to attend an event like this , which is vital for networking ? " Frederick frowned , clearly puzzled . He knew Janice's character . She was only interested in the pleasures of life . As her friend , how could Ariel be any better than her ? Ariel knew Frederick was prejudiced against her . She didn't explain herself .

Instead , she tugged Janice along and went to another exhibition hall . In doing so , she passed by a man who was walking in their direction . When Zach Quinton laid eyes on her , he couldn't help but gaze at her for several seconds . Frederick followed his gaze and stepped forward . " Mr. Quinton , that's my younger sister . She has always been unruly . I must keep an eye on them so they won't do anything inappropriate . " " Are they both your sisters ? " Zach asked with an eyebrow raised . Frederick was just about to answer when he heard a commotion coming from the main hall .

Ariel heard it too and turned to look . Jayson and Nancy had just arrived . As distinguished guests of the exhibition , they were immediately greeted upon arrival . An elegant smile adorned Nancy's face . Her arm was gently linked with Jayson's . As others showered her with flattering words , she remained composed . Both of them spotted Ariel . Jayson coldly retracted his gaze and no longer looked her way . When Nancy spoke to him , he would bow slightly and listen attentively to her . Then , they exchanged a smile . Janice instinctively turned to check on Ariel .

Infuriated , she scolded , " Anyone would think she's Jayson's wife . How could Jayson disrespect you like that ? " He didn't care about Ariel at all ! Even though they were attending the same event , he wasn't even trying to be discreet about his affair . Ariel lowered her gaze . Her eyes were pools of calmness . " It's alright . Let's go somewhere else . " Janice gritted her teeth . " What's so good about Nancy ? She's arrogant , not half as pretty as you are , and not even as good as you are in your expertise- " " Janice Swanson ! How could you badmouth someone else behind their back ?

" Frederick just so happened to pass by them and heard her . His face turned grim . " Where are your manners ? " Zach glanced at her and Ariel . He also disapproved of such behavior . Janice was already annoyed to begin with . She instantly retorted , " I almost forgot . You have bad taste in women too . Too bad she's not interested in you . " 1/2 Chapter 100 +25 BONUS " You ! " Frederick was pissed . He directed his displeasure toward Ariel . Ever since Janice hung out with Ariel , she had gotten even rowdier ! With a sullen expression , Frederick questioned , " Ms.

Walker , it seems you're critical of Ms. Stanton . May I know what about her has led you to perceive her in a negative way ? Are you better than her in your expertise ? Are you better educated than she is ? Or are you perhaps jealous that Ms. Stanton has a decent boyfriend ? " A sense of something being amiss had lingered since Chad's odd refusal to see Nancy because of Ariel . Hearing their clandestine talk now amplified his suspicion . He was confident that Ariel was purposely going up against Nancy and even intended to tarnish Nancy's reputation .

Why did she harbor such evil intent toward someone of the same gender ? Was she resentful that Nancy was more outstanding ? Remembering that Ariel was married , he decided there was only one reason she'd behave that way . " Are you jealous of women who are more successful than you because of your own sad life ? " His conceited assumptions were subjective and baseless . Ariel's usually demure expression turned icy cold . Just then , Nancy walked over with Jayson , arm in arm . They heard every word Frederick said .

Nancy arched an eyebrow and looked at Ariel with a half smile , because she was eager to know Ariel's answer too . ในรุ่น