After the New Year's Eve Tragedy Her Icy Return novel Chapter 146

Chapter 146 Distraction

Jamie had already downed two glasses of wine, his face flushed a faint red.

Hearing what Caroline said, he figured it was time to go out and teach that brat of a niece a lesson.

How dare she cause a scene at the Somerton Residence?

He flashed Caroline a tipsy grin, then got up and swaggered toward the front door.

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Caroline watched his back as he walked away, the corner of her mouth curling into a sly smile. That was exactly what she wanted.

Just like last time, she quickly switched her glass of red wine with the one sitting in front of Helen.

To avoid raising suspicion, she casually followed them toward the door after the switch.

Outside, Jamie was already yelling at Maia. “You little brat! What the heck are you doing here causing trouble? Aren’t you ashamed? Get lost already!”

Maia had heard everything from Caroline about what Jamie was planning tonight. She rolled her eyes and shot back, “Before you go yelling at other people, maybe take a good look at yourself first!”

Caroline gave her a subtle look, signaling it was time to leave.

Maia continued, “Just because you have more people doesn’t mean you get to bully me. I’ll be back for my paycheck, just so you know.”

With that, she turned on her heel and walked away in long strides.

Of course, the paycheck was just an excuse. The real goal was to clear the room so Caroline could make her

next move.

Alaina let out a frustrated breath. That little brat had ruined her mood.

But at least they’d gotten rid of her.

After slamming the door shut, Alaina forced a strained smile as she looked at the others still standing awkwardly by the door. “Don’t let that ruin our evening. Let’s keep eating.”

Helen pouted and said, “I’m going to wash my face.”

The thought of Maia’s spit on her face made her feel downright sick–like her face had been smeared with something foul.

But for tonight’s big plan, she had to hold it in. Just for now.

Next time she saw Maia, she was definitely going to settle the score.”

After washing up, Helen returned to the dining table with a smile, as if nothing had happened at all.

“Weren’t we going to toast? Come on, let’s do it!”

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Caroline followed suit, and the four clinked glasses. Then each took a sip–or more.

Alaina watched gleefully as Caroline downed her entire glass in one go. She tried to act concerned.

Bullshit!