Chapter 17 The Fiancé
At Maggie’s command, Oscar steppest forward without hesitation and dragged Lisa out of bed
“Mother” Lisa looked up “You harged in and hut me out of nowhere Don’t Lat least dearrye to know why?”
“You’ve got some nerve asking. Maggie sneereil. Fine, then I’ll make sure you know exactly what you did
She turned to Oscar and ordered. Bring her out
Lisa was hauled into the living room, where Tiffany sat on the comh, wiping rears from her eyes. Maggie pushed her and shouted, “Look for yoursell–see the mess you’ve made!”
Beside Tiffany lay an extravagant designer gownt
Last year, an unexpected incident disrupted her birthday party hallway through. To make it up to her, the Olsen others had started planning this year’s event months ago
Take this gown, for example–Julius had pulled favors to
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just for Tiffany. The jewels sewn into it alone were worth a fortune, and muder the lights, the whole dress sparkleil, absolutely breathtaking
But now, this expensive gown was unrecognizable, covered in dozens of knife slashes, and looked more like a mops.
“Take a good look at what you’ve done! Maggie snapped. “Tillany begged me for days just so you could attend the party–and this is how you repay her? Do you have any idea how much she loved that dress?!”
Nearby the observing mails gossipeil, “Ms. Lisa is so ungrateful. After all Ms. Tillany has done for her, how could she do something like this?”
“Maybe it’s because they share the same birthday. They celebrate for Ms. Tillany lot not for her. Maybe she just feels it’s
unfair.
“Even so, that’s no excuse to destroy Ms. Tiffany’s gown! Look how heartbroken she is.”
“Hat weren’t for the DNA test, Ed never believe she’s actually an Olsen. Honestly, even in an average family, a daughter like || that would be nothing but trouble.”
The more the servants whispered, the darker Maggie’s expression grew. Tillany wiped away her tears and said softly, “Mom, it’s okay Ill just wear another dress. Don’t be mad
Maggie snapped, “Silly girl, you’re the one who should be the most upset
It’s really fine, Tiffany forced a smile. “I don’t blame Lisa.”
“If you won’t blame her, then I will! Maggie said coldly. “If we let her stir up trouble every few days like this, how is this household supposed to have any peace?”
Tiffany quickly stepped in to stop her. “Mom, Neil’s coming today. If he sees Lisa with injuries…
Maggie froze for a second, then turned to 1 isa and snapped, “So that’s it you acted out because you knew Neil was coming? Lisa, let me make this clear Neil Jarrett is Tillany’s fiance. That engagement has absolutely nothing to do with you. Don’t think he ll marry you just because he’s been a little ne
Lasa bat her lip without realizing
Yes, in her previous life, she truly believed Neil was different from the rest of the Olems. He was always gentle and polite, never looked down on her, and every time he came to visit, he’d bring her a small gitt Before she knew it, she had sta quietly looking forward to his VISITS.
But in the end
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Lisa clenched her fists and said quietly, “Mother, I never had any such thoughts. And I had nothing to do with the damaged
gown.
“If not you, then who else would dare to do something so vicious?”
Lisa tried to explain, “Last night, I wasn’t even-
“You were up last night,” a voice interrupted from the second floor. “I saw you in the kitchen. You said you were just getting some water, but that doesn’t add up. There’s water at the bar. Why go all the way to the kitchen?”
Everyone looked up and saw that it was Ivan who had spoken.
“Ivan, did we wake you?” Maggie asked gently. “You just got back last night. Why don’t you go get some more res
rest?”
“No need. I can’t sleep anyway,” Ivan replied. “Check the kitchen. See if there’s a knife that matches the slashes on the dress”
Oscar immediately followed the order and soon returned holding something up. “Mr. Ivan! There was a small knife in the kitchen, and there’s even a bit of fabric stuck on the blade!”
The moment Lisa saw the knife, everything clicked.
She had been going to the kitchen late at night for a while now–someone must have been watching her. They knew she’d likely bump into Ivan when he got back late, and they used that to set the stage for this show.
And the mastermind behind it all? Who else could it be but Tiffany!
Tiffany went to such lengths, wanting to keep her good reputation while preventing her from attending the banquet. So she went all out, ruining the gown and framing her
With Ivan unintentionally becoming a witness, even if Lisa told the truth about going to the kitchen for food, no one would believe her.
“Well? What else do you have to say?” Maggie said. “We’ve got both proof and a witness. Don’t waste your breath trying to deny it.”
Tiffany said gently, Lisa, just apologize to Mom. I won’t make a big deal out of this. It’s your first time appearing in front of everyone. Let’s not make it unpleasant.”
Maggie scoffed in disgust. “She still thinks she can attend the party looking like this? Oscar, lock her up in the attic. No one lets her out without my permission, and no one’s allowed to visit her either!”
“Yes, Mrs. Olsen,” Oscar replied, signaling the others to drag Lisa upstairs.
Lisa knew there was no point in struggling, so she didn’t even try. As she was being dragged past Ivan, he suddenly said, “I’m barely home these days. I thought you’d changed, but you’re still as ignorant as ever. You weren’t like this when you were a
“Is that so? Lisa forced a faint smile. “Tve been away too long. I don’t really remember what I was like back then.”
Ivan frowned slightly.
Childhood If he recalled correctly, Lisa used to be quite sweet when she was younger.
Her brothers used to dote on her endlessly, doing everything they could to make her smile. Just one tear from her, and they’d coax her for ages. She used to be the little princess of the Olsens.
He wasn’t sure when it all changed. Their affection didn’t disappear–it just shifted. The one they cared for now was Tiffany.
“Ivan!” Tiffany waved her hand in front of his face. “What are you spacing out for? Don’t worry about Lisa. Once Mom calms down. I’ll speak up for her.”
“She did something wrong–she should be punished for it,” Ivan said. “Don’t bother speaking up for her. If no one ever disciplines her, she’ll never grow up. Can you tolerate her for a lifetime?”
Tiffany stuck out her tongue playfully. “Well, she’s your biological sister. Unlike me… I’m not even related by blood….
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“Stop saying nonsense, Ivan said. “Even though you’re not related by blood, you’ll always be a part of the family.”
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He gently ruffled Tiffany’s hair. “Don’t overthink it. Go get your makeup done, or you’ll be late. Neil’s coming today, don’t you want to look stunning for him?”
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