Chapter 21 The facade of sisterly affection was no longer worth maintaining .
With a cold expression , she said sharply , Rosalie , why are you looking at me like that ? Rosalie smirked , Oh , nothing .
Just realizing youve somehow managed to look even uglier than the last time I was home .
The moment the words left Rosalies mouth , Helenas face was contorted furiously for a moment .

Hearing Rosalie speak so plainly and frankly felt far more cutting than any sarcastic tone she might have used .
It was as if each word from Rosalie was a blunt reminder of an undeniable truth .
Her already pasty complexion turned an even ghastlier shade of pale , her entire body trembling with barely contained fury .
Edward and Claudia , who had been silent until now , stiffened at Rosalies words .
A flicker of anger flashed in their eyes .

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Rosalie , how can you talk like that ? Helena isnt in good health , and as her big sister , how can you say something so cruel ? Edwards voice was stern , his expression cold as he looked at Rosalie .
As her father , he clearly felt more entitled to lecture Rosalie than Claudia did .
But Rosalie , upon hearing his rebuke , showed not even the slightest trace of remorse .
Instead , she blinked up at him with feigned innocence and said , Dad , I was just telling the truth .
How did that sound cruel to you ? You know , they say once a man remarries , he stops being a real father to his own child .

I never believed that before , but now I see they were absolutely right .
She shifted her gaze to Claudia , whose expression had darkened considerably .
Letting out a soft , mocking chuckle , Rosalie continued , Ever since this stepmother of mine came into the picture , I cant even speak the truth without being scolded .
Rosalie , how can you say that ? Claudias voice trembled with emotion , her eyes turning red with unshed tears .
Have I ever treated you badly ? Have I ever deprived you of a comfortable life ? Have I ever raised a hand against you ?