Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 71 When Rosemary heard my words , her face instantly faltered .

But it was Austin whose brows furrowed deeply .

Laurel , Rosemarys speaking up for you , and this is how you repay her ! Youre really ungrateful , Apologize His voice echoed in the private room , raw with anger .

Rosemarys eyes suddenly welled up , and she rugged at Austins sleeve .

Austin , its okay .

Even though Laurels never liked me and has humiliated .

me from time to time , Im really fine .

Its my fault , I should stop making her angry all the time .

Hearing Rosemary , I couldnt help but look at her with disdain .

Linterrupted coldly .

Dont waste your breath .

I dont want to hear it .

Laurel , enough Austin shot me a glare , his jaw clenched as though he was moments away from lunging at me , his fists night , ready to strangle me .

But I knew he wouldnt act on it .

There were too many people around , and a scene like that wouldnt just damage his reputation , it would embarrass the cutre Herrera family .

Austin , I know you cant forget Laurel , but she- Rosemarys voice cracked as she began to cry , her fake tears flowi flowing freely .

ing at the woman .

Angela , furious , was ready to tear Rosemary apart , but I quickly held her back , keeping her from charging at We both knew Rosemarys game .

Every time she played the innocent victim , she subtly reminded everyone of my supposed faults , of how petty and unforgiving I was .

Watching her cry .

I couldnt suppress a small , amused smile , Rosemary , are you trying to say that Austin has been so devoted to me , and Im the one who kicked him out for money ? I smirked .

Laurel , why Alex of all people ? Rosemarys face twisted in confusion , her voice soft and insincere , the perfect act for an audience .

She loved playing the sweet , naive girl in front of the Herrera family .

But I wasnt buying it not now .

Not when her act was so transparently phony .

It was as if she thought I had done something so unforgivable , like I was some villain in need of a moral come to Jesus moment .

At that point , Austin couldnt hold back his rage .

His entire body was radiating hostility .

Laurel , Rosemary and I are trying to be kind to you , but youre not only ungrateful youre outright insulting us .

A woman like you ? Who would want you ? I gave both of them a calm , dismissive look and smirked .

So , I slapped you , and now Rosemary is standing up for you .

Tell me , Austin , why did I slap you ? I picked up my glass of wine slowly , took a small sip , and continued , Its because you slandered me .

Do you really think anyone will believe your Austin leaned in closer , his sharp gaze burning through me .

I suddenly became serious , my voice icy as I met his gaze .

Yes , it was my Dulc Rosemary froze , clearly not expecting me to admit any fault .

We , Rosemary and I are very generous , I said calmly , accepting a second glass of wine and swirling it .

All you have to do is drink this bottle and apologize , and well forgive you .

I took a long , deliberate sip of my wine , savoring the bitterness of it as I stared at them both .

They were looking at me , waiting for a reaction , as if They thought they had the upper hand .

But I realized something Id been foolish to give them even a sliver of face .

I had hoped for some courtesy .

but clearly , neither of them cared about my dignity .

I knew Alex could deal with any rumors that came my way , but I didnt want to drag him into this mess .

If I could handle it myself , I would .

Besides , if I played my cards right , maybe hed toss me some extra pocket money for the trouble .

I ademit it , I said , 1 , my voice steady .

I was young and naive .

I wasted my time on someone who wasnt worth it Laurel , what are you trying to say ? Austins handsome face twisted with impatience .

His lips were pressed into a thin line , and the anger he had been holding in finally surged to the surface .

Rosemary , youre right , I said , looking at her with a smile .

Austin really does care about me .

But doesnt he care about you too ! I turned to Austin , 1/2 c Chapter 71 a playful glint in my eye .

You said I was your woman for six years .

Is that right ? The one you got tired of ? At that moment , a few of the onlookers couldnt contain themselves .

Laughter and mocking comments rippled through the room .

six years Id be sick of her too .

So shes the one who crawled into Mr.

Herreras bed last night ? No way .

If this gets out , the Herrera family elders will be furious diey were too scared to get I still dont get it .

With so many people at last nights party , why didnt the Herrera family elders show up ? Looks like th caught up in all this drama .

The whispers grew louder , and I could feel my blood pressure rising You stop talking nonsense ! Angela snapped , pointing at the group .

If this gossip spread , it wouldnt just ruin my chances with Alex .

The Herrera family might well destroy me .

No wonder Angela was so angry But then , an unsettling thought hit me .

Was Alex trying to provoke his family ? Is that why he chose me ! After all the woman he cal san he called his mother wasnt his biological mother , and Raphael , who called him son didnt seem to care much about him .

If they truly cared for him , then where did those scars on his back come from ? Scars that looked like theyd been made by a whip .

Old and new alike .

Raphael was in his 70s , but could he really have the strength to strike Alex like that ? Or could it have been his mother ? But then , where would a woman get that kind of strengtht Miss Adams , you have no shame in your choice of friends , do you ? Arent you worried about tarnishing your reputation ? a few of the socialites skid , offering me what they considered helpful advice .

My friends have always been people of principles , I shot back without missing a beat .

Austin scoffed , his eyes full of disdain .

Laurel , you dont have to drink if you dont want to just kneel and apologize to Rosemary , then leave .

We wont trouble you anymore .

Well go our separate ways He paused , then added , Of course , if you can make me happy .

I might even introduce you to some rich second generation heirs .

But who knows if theyll be interested in someone like you ? After all , Alex got bored of you after just one night .

Bored ? I drawled , dragging out the word .

So , youre saying he at least wasnt bored for the first five years , right ? As soon as the words left my mouth , more mocking laughter erupted around me .

But I didnt care .

I was focused on holding Angela back , making sure she didnt charge at the ones insuhing me Before Austin could say anything else , I leaned in , my voice smooth and teasing .

You said I was your woman that you got tired of Do you know where the scars on my body came from ! AD