I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 352 +25 BONUS Noticing Cynthia's expression , Carter wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and sneered . " We're all people of status here . There's no need to spell out that you're using him . We can handle this privately . " Rhea , I don't care what's going on between you and George , and I'm not going to question you . But some lines can't be crossed . Do you really want everyone thinking that George is nothing more than my stand - in ? " The moment those words left his mouth, Steven's and Cynthia's expressions turned completely grim . Rhea's eyes locked on Carter .

" Dad , Mom , you all should head back inside first . " The chill in Liam's gaze was impossible to hide , but arguing with Carter wasn't his way . So he steadied Charlie , who was about to explode . " Dad , Arthur , let's go inside . " This wasn't something they needed to step into . Arthur gave Carter a single look , then walked into the house . George also said , " Dad , Mom , you two should go home . " Cynthia ground her teeth . " You're coming with us . " " 1 " Don't , " Steven said flatly and climbed into the car first .

Left with no choice , Cynthia swallowed every ounce of fury and followed Steven . Now , only five people remained outside the Ravelle residence - three adults and two children . Rhea no longer cared that the kids were watching . Her hand cracked across Carter's face , snapping his head to the side . She used up almost all her strength . " If I had known back then that loving you even once would bring me this much trouble , I would have chosen never to meet you at all . I don't know what you're clinging to me for , but I guess it's mostly for profit .

" Did you come here shamelessly hoping that my family will build your path ? Why not just say so ? At least then I could admire your lack of shame . Instead , you play this ugly charade , pretending that we're some kind of fated match . " Carter's expression twisted . Rhea stepped closer , her eyes fixed on him like he was nothing but trash . " The reason I kept my true identity from you back then was that I dreaded a scene like this - pestering me , disgusted by me , and showing how greedy you are . Carter , you really are just as I expected . " 1 His pride was crushed to dust .

He had already expected this outcome before coming . No matter how bitter it felt , he forced himself not to talk back . Rhea smiled . " You mentioned my best friend . Who was it ? Kate ? " Carter glanced at George . " Yeah . She told me . " " Told you what ? " Rhea stepped in closer before she continued , " That I still have feelings for you ? That I'm just using George ? That I don't even like him ? " With each question , the disappointment inside her grew deeper . Carter looked helpless . " I knew you wouldn't admit it because pride matters to you . That's why I came to you .

I can apologize and make amends . We can rebuild this family . " " You believed Lauren . You believed Peter . And now you believe Kate , someone you've barely met . The only person you don't believe is me . " Chapter 352 +25 BONUS Rhea's eyes gleamed with ridicule . " Carter , is it really that hard to face the truth ? I don't love you anymore . I hate you so much that it's killing ine . Do you think I'd ever love you again ? Every time I hear that you're coming to my house , I want to pack up and move just to get away from you .

What sin did I commit in this life to ever cross paths with you ? " Her words cut sharply and mercilessly , and Carter seemed unable to withstand them . He tried to argue . " But Kate's your best friend , isn't she ? Why wouldn't I believe her ? " Chapter 353