A Beauty With Multiple Masks

Wendy, who had been waiting at the door throughout the entire exchange, burst in upon seeing Arielle left. Wendy immediately bolted over to Susanne and probed inquisitively, “Ms. Stone, did she take the money?” Susanne snorted. She shook her head, then said scornfully, “No.” The money had been the least of her worries just then. Wendy then noticed the odd expression on Susanne’s face. Anxiously, she asked, “Ms. Stone, what did that woman say to you? Don’t take it to heart! If she doesn’t want to leave, I’ll chase her out of here myself.”

“There’s no need for that,” Susanne said, exhaling slowly. “I misunderstood her. Besides, she’s not interested in Vin in that way. Don’t worry.” Wendy stared at Susanne in astonishment. “What do you mean, she’s not interested? He rejected me because of her!” Wendy argued passionately. Vexed, Susanne replied shortly, “Vin has never liked girls who were too forthcoming. It’s normal for him to reject you at first. He’ll get used to you after further interaction.” She massaged her temples, then continued wearily, “It’s getting late. I’m going back to rest now.

take my leave first.” Susanne made no delay in making her exit, not even turning to give Wendy a second glance. Wendy felt disturbed by the encounter. Why is she suddenly treating me so coldly? Wendy reflected. Is it because of that vixen? Wendy gnashed

car, Susanne remained silent for the entire journey while she looked grim. Wendy had racked her brains to think of an appropriate topic of conversation but failed miserably. At last, when they arrived back at the residence, Wendy managed feebly, “Ms. Stone, what on earth did that woman say to you? You’ve been looking disquieted since

Susanne suddenly erupted with a flash of wrath. “Don’t interfere with any of Arielle’s matters anymore. It ends here today. I don’t want to hear her name mentioned ever again!” There