4 Theatrics and Revelations

4 Theatrics and Revelations

Emma watched, hiding her disbelief as Alex and Bella played out their drama, wondering how she ever fell for such a big fool. Her resolve to leave, belongings in hand, was interrupted by Bella’s

accusations.

“I didn’t do any of this! Why are you so set on blaming me? I’ve hardly been around you two, only returning now for a film project. Why target me?” Bella’s words, though directed at the room, were clearly aimed at Emma.

with a detached amusement: Alex, blinded by infatuation; Bella, the

no proof, okay? Without it, your accusations

mother–in–law seeming to doubt. The

as she looked to Alex for support. “You believe me, right? After all these years, how could you think

evidence to clear her name. Bella’s response was dramatic, threatening to harm herself to prove her innocence.

towards a sharp corner of the cabinet, Alex grabbed her, preventing serious injury but not before she cut her forearm. Bella’s tears and Alex’s protective embrace

Bella’s theatrics, Emma remained completely detached, ready to leave all this behind. But each attempt to exit was

was palpable. “How am I responsible for her recklessness? You’re the one who wants to marry a drama quieen! If you’re accusing me of harm, where’s your evidence? If you have none, my only duty is

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