Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 63 The eyes of the people around us constantly flickered toward Angela and me , their glances full of scrutiny , their voices dripping with mockery As I put my utensils down , Jubet and Rosemary walked straight up to us , their heels clicking on the floor .

Rosemary shot me a sideways glance , her beautiful eyes gleaming with derision .

Taurel , do you seriously think that now youre no longer with Austin , Alex is going to chase after you ! Hes just feeling sorry for you .

If I were you , I wouldnt have the face to show up here again Before I could say anything .

Juliet quickly chimed in , her tone falsely sweet , but bred with condescension .

Rosemary , dont be too harsh on Laurel .

At least shes not had looking .

Who knows , maybe one day shell find a good man .

Marrying into a wealthy family isnt impossible theres always some rich my whose wife has passed away .

Though , shes probably ton olil for that 1 out a cold laugh , lifting my eyes to watch them , arm in arm , looking like they were real sisters As I was about to get up and leave , Angela suddenly stood up , grabbed Juliet by the head , and slapped her twice , hard .

Rosemarys crazy .

Im not going to stoop to her level .

But you ? What are you even doing here , talking all this nonsense ? Angelas voice was low and seething with anger .

Juliet , clearly stunned that Angela would strike her , held her bleeding , swollen lip and glared at her , eyes full of venom .

You dare hir me ! L.

Im calling the police ! Angela sneered , her voice dripping with disdain .

Calling the police ? Fine … You can borrow my phone if you like You wait here .

Ill have Austin come and deal with you Juliet hissed , still rubbing her swollen face .

Austin Sure , I just sit here and wait .

Im dying to see if Austin will come to your rescue Angela shot back , her fury barely contained .

Angela was about to grab the chair and throw it , and I raised an eyebrow , wondering if she was truly ready to swing it .

Rosemary seemed to be rattled by Angelas sudden outburst .

She froze , then quickly reached for her phone and dialed Ivan .

I walked over to Angela and gently tugged at her hand .

Im tired , Angela .

Lets go upstairs .

Il the police , because she knew all too well her position within the Herrera family .

Juliet , of course , wasnt about 10 call And she had started this confrontation .

Angela was the one who struck her , not me .

Beckham wasnt stupid , he wouldnt risk offending the Adams family , especially not the eldest daughter .

Dont worry .

Angela said , her anger not abating .

Tve already called my mom down .

They can bring people , why cant we ! Rosemarys eyes widened as she heard Angelas words .

She instinctively pulled Juliet closer , glancing toward the restaurants entrance .

Juliet didnt show any fear , her expression unchanged , though as her eyes met mine , I caught a flicker of resentment and malice .

It seemed like she wasnt even trying to keep up her sweet act anymore .

I could tell she was still holding a grudge from when 1 exposed her fake persona in front of Ivan last time .

She must have had a hand in exaggerating the story of me falling into the water , giving it some extra spice to humiliate me further .

Thats the only reason she would an so brazenly now .

The moment Ivan walked into the room , my brow furrowed , and my eyes narrowed with caution .

Austin , Juliet whispered, her voice shaky as tears welled in her eyes .

She looked up at Ivan with a pitiful expression .

Ivans eyes widened as he saw her swollen face .

He reached out , as if to touch her check , and asked , Who did this to you ? As soon as he spoke , Juliets tears poured out in a rush .

It was Laurel .

She had Angela hit me , Juliet choked out , her voice trembling .

I was just trying to help her .

I told her to apologize to Austin , but Tim the one who slapped you .

What dors Laurel have to do with it Youve been spouting nonsense , so consider yourself lucky Angelas voice was full of venom , lier glare unwavering as she stared at juliet .

cky that all yo all you got Juliet stood there , looking utterly pitiful , and I couldnt help but laugh quietly .

I stepped in front of Angela and spoke nonchalantly .

It was me had Angela slap you .

Do you want to hit me back ? who Chapter 63 3vas fratr , his expression darkming There are silence , but the onlookers were growing in number , intrigued by the drama unfolding .

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Albernen long woods .

I sighed and said .

Angela .

Im tired ogged on Angela hand and as we passed Ivan .

I narrowed my eyes and coolly added .

Ive been in a bad mood lately .

I dont pick the days I hit rople .

Tell Juliet not to wander in front of me for no reason .

| suddenly disiputed .

He stood rooted to the spot , not moving an inch .

The ga hifted to him , even Juliet looking at belief anyone even brushed against her .

Ivan would have stormed forward , demanding an apology .

But now , shed just been slapped endtiple times , and Ivan was doing nothing Didnt van always act so arrogant and domineering Now that his sisters been slapped , hes not even reacting one of the bystanders whispered .

Are you kidding There are too many eyes on him right now , and besides , it wasnt Laurel who slapped Juliet it was Angela .

If Ivan actually did anything in d only backfire on him another person murmured .

I smirked ever so slightly .

Everyone with half a brain could see that Ivans family would end up losing out if this escalated .

It was der İvan had hoped to take advantage of the situation , but now he had only suffered a slap and lost Juliets favor .

It was a classic case of a fool reaping what they sow .

When the elevator doors opened , Angela squeezed my hand .

I snapped out of my thoughts and realized Alex and Samantha were standing inside .

Samantha had changed into a white gown , her makeup still flawless , looking every bit the picture of grace and elegance .

Compared to her , I was wearing my own clothes , no makeup , and I was sure my complexion was far from its best .

Still , I walked into the elevator with Angela Miss Parks , are you okay ? Samantha asked sofily .

I smiled faintly and replied .

Im still alive .

If it werent for her , how could I have ended up in that pool ! Tm so sorry , I didnt manage to catch you .

Samantha said , her face tinged with regret .

I blinked , pausing for a second .

Wait … Was she implying that I dragged her into the water with me ? E