Chapter 23 Chapter 23 38 % He thought , If she had found out , with her temper , she wouldnt just be throwing a few jabs .
Shed be burning the whole house down .
Claudia seized the moment to chime in , her voice laced with feigned concern , Thats right , Rosalie .
If Ive done something to upset you , just tell me .
Theres no need to say something so hurtful , okay ? Claudia shot a glance at Helena , whose face had turned deathly pale , her eyes brimming with resentment .
Then , Claudia continued in a soft , measured tone , Helena has always been frail since she was a child you know that .
What you just said was truly too cruel .

Watching Edward and Claudia put on their pathetic little performance , Rosalie couldnt even muster the interest to enjoy the show .
She responded flatly , Nothing .
Just in a bad mood .
She strolled over to the couch and sat down , crossing her legs leisurely .
And when Im in a bad mood , I need an outlet .
You two have been living off my family all these years , yet youve never contributed anything worthwhile .
Now that I happen to be feeling upset , why dont you let me vent a little ? Think of it as finally repaying me for over a decade of rent .
At least youd be of some use for once .

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Rosalie .
Edward could no longer tolerate her sharp tongue .
His voice cracked like a whip , his anger spilling over .
Have I spoiled you too much ? When did you become so vicious and mean ? Do you even know what respect is ? Shes your stepmother .
Did all those etiquette lessons you learned as a child go to waste ? Seeing Edwards fury explode at Rosalie , Claudia and Helena both felt a wave of satisfaction wash over them .
Claudia sneered internally , That wretch has such a nasty mouth .
She deserves to be put in her place .
But outwardly , she maintained her facade of gentle kindness , playing the ever gracious peacemaker .

She sighed and reached out to lightly tug at Edwards sleeve , pleading , Forget it , Edward .
Rosalie already said shes in a bad mood .
Lets not blame her , okay ? Come on , lets eat .
Her voice was soft and forgiving , but at just the right moment , her eyes turned red , misting over with unshed tears .
The unspoken grievance in her expression was heartbreakingly pitiful , making Edwards heart twist with pain .
He glanced at his tender , understanding wife , then at his cold, sharp tongued daughter .
The contrast infuriated him further , and he lashed out at Rosalie with even harsher words .
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