Chapter 110 : Revenge Is Best Served Cold

Ella

"Come on now, Charlotte," Jacob says, his smile as pristine as ever. "You wouldn't want to embarrass yourself in front of all these people, especially the reporters. You don't want people to start thinking you're actually a fake millionaire, now, do you?"

A small, satisfied smile tugs at the corners of my lips. Jacob knows exactly where to hit her. Charlotte has spent years cultivating her image, trying to be the picture-perfect symbol of success and power. But right now, she's trapped. She knows it, I know it, and judging by the stiff way she's sitting, she knows that all these reporters know it too. There's no way out for her now.

I almost feel bad for her. But then I remember every underhanded thing she's done to make my life a living nightmare, all the manipulation and deceit. And suddenly, watching her squirm feels... satisfying.