Chapter 5
Every year. Terence would hold a birthday party for Amanda, and this year was no exception.
Amanda sat in front of the mirror, listening to the crowd’s envious praise, but she was so calm.
“Mr. Keller is so sweet to you. He ordered custom jewelry this year, and I heard it’s so expensive. You must be the most dazzling woman tonight.”
“Yes, Mr. Keller spends a lot of money every year. Everyone in L.A. knows how sweet Mr. Keller and Ms. Poole are. It’s really enviable.”
The makeup artist stopped what she was doing. She smiled and cut off her assistant’s words, reminding Amanda, “OK, Ms. Poole, hurry up and change your clothes. I heard the guests arrive.”
Amanda changed her dress and went downstairs, seeing everyone gathered together.
Abigail was in a sky–blue dress. Terence’s suit was in the same color. They stand together at the center of the circle of people, shining like stars.
Someone noticed Amanda and whispered a few words, and the crowd dispersed instantly.
Amanda’s face was expressionless as if she didn’t see the two people quickly stop holding hands and Terence’s slightly nervous movements.
Terence came to welcome her. He smiled and said, “Amanda, you’re so stunning tonight.”
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Terence coaxed Amanda over. “Well, it’s time for our host to start the ceremony. Remember the champagne you liked when we traveled last. time? I used it for the champagne tower this year. You’ll love it.”
Amanda staggered for a moment. So, Terence worked so hard to prepare this.
Amanda opened her mouth, trying to say something. Maybe they can end. their relationship on good terms. But then Terence suddenly glanced at his phone. His expression slightly changed.
Amanda got silent. She turned to start the party herself.
She took the wine, and stood on the stage, looking at Terence. He quietly left with Abigail. A mocking smile was on Abigail’s face.
Amanda didn’t know if she should say Terence was brave. He can take the risk for Abigail.
The crowd’s envious praise turned into sharp sarcasm.
“Mr. Keller spent so much on his fiancee. Even the wine is made to her taste. It’s really a sweet couple.”
Amanda lowered her eyes, pouring wine into the champagne tower. After a round of applause, people came over to talk to her.
When the party was over, she leaned on the table. When she looked up, she found Abigail standing on the stairs.
Abigail showed a smug smile, walking downstairs step by step towards Amanda. Abigail’s face flushed, eyes full of desire and joy.
Amanda looked at her approaching. Abigail had an ambiguous smile. “I helped you try the wedding room. The bed is very solid and very soft.”
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Amanda went limp. feeling dizzy and disgusting.
Seeing Terence coming over, Abigail whispered in Amanda’s ear, “Just give up. He never belonged to you.”
Abigail suddenly cried, “Amanda, I know you blame me for taking Terence away last time, but I really want to apologize to you…”
After saying that, she held Amanda’s hand, forcing herself backward, hitting the champagne tower on the table.
When Amanda realized what was happening, Abigail was already lying in the broken glass, covered in blood.
Terence rushed over in a panic, pushing Amanda aside. “Abigail! Are you OK? Don’t be afraid, I’m here!”
Ignoring the guests who looked over, Terence held Abigail in pain, looking at Amanda with disappointment.
“Amanda, I know you don’t like Abigail, but how could you do this!”
