Black Rose: Revenge Of The Callous Heiress novel Chapter 37

It was a comeback no one had expected. Wow. How dare she! Didn't she just insult the great Alexander king back?!

As expected of mother and daughter! Some of the elderly guests who knew Ruby and how she acted when she was alive couldn't help but see similarity in Rose action as well. She reminded them of how Ruby used to stylishly make comebacks that no one can defeat then.

She ignored the shocked audience and continued, "Also, having something from a second-hand shop is better than nothing. I dare not complain."

Her face seemed to change and started to shine with an explicable charm the longer you laid your eyes on it.

Instead of getting angry, Alex loved her response and decided to play along. "What do you mean? Are you implying that Mrs. Gray has been mistreating you?"

‘A very interesting creature. She's even smarter than I thought. Calm and confident. Throws unexpectedly brilliant remarks.’ Alex thought to himself, taking notes of Rose attitude.

A pretty face would usually win you favors, but eventually, it's wisdom and inner beauty that determine how the game would go.

Alex’s comments brought some murmuring in the crowd. Mrs. Gray was outraged and instantly regretted how she had dressed Rose.

Sophia fired back immediately, "Nonsense, my mum never mistreats you. Sis, don't be ridiculous."

Irritated by Sophia interference, Alex glared at her dangerously. “Was I speaking to you? How dare you interrupt us in our conversation? Where is your manners?”

Sophia felt like someone had slapped her hard on her face, and she stepped back helplessly. Her face was burning red. So embarrassing. Why did he insult me in front of so many people? Awful.

Even though she felt offended by Alex’s harsh words, Sophia would never ever have the thought of going against Alex. Instead she blamed everything on Rose and threw a reproachful glance at her.

Rose bit her lips slightly, her face showing hesitation and helplessness. Sophia was fuming, but she dared, not utter a word again.

Being a protective mother, Beatrice took Sophia beside her and smiled at Alex apologetically, "Mr. King, I sincerely apologize for my daughter Sophia.If she has said anything offensive, please don't take it to heart."

The Kings were known nationally and internationally as one of the most influential and powerful families. Being the only heir in the family, everyone understood well the power Alexander King had. He was definitely not someone to mess with.

Alex glanced at Beatrice coldly, "Take it to heart? Do you think I would ever take anything she says to heart at all?" Each word that left his mouth was so sharp and harsh.

He had easily shut Beatrice and Sophia up. Sneers and judgmental stares were clearly audible from the crowd.