His Wicked Obsession (Archer and Virginia) novel Chapter 121

"Virginia, I might have been a bit blunt today, but don't take it to heart." She patted the back of Virginia Caldwell's hand. "You are my biological daughter, how could I not care for you? I truly love The Hundred Blessings Embroidery you gave me."

Virginia offered a faint smile, though it didn't reach her eyes.

"I know, Mom."

Seeing her normal expression but sensing the distant tone, Madeline Caldwell frowned and casually added a few more instructions.

It was nothing more than the usual platitudes—telling her to take care of her health, look after Cindy, and visit home more often.

Virginia agreed to each one, entirely unaware that their interaction was being scrutinized by a dark, brooding gaze.

Chloe Caldwell stood at the corner leading to the balcony with a champagne glass in hand, her fingers tightening their grip.

Although she didn't know what they were discussing out there, the sight of Madeline holding Virginia's hand affectionately filled her with extreme displeasure.

Madeline was her mother, yet here she was, holding that bitch's hand and whispering intimacies!

Chloe's eyes turned predatory, and her breathing grew uncontrollably ragged.

Once Madeline left, she clenched her fists and circled around to a corner of the garden, blocking Virginia's path as she was taking a stroll.

"Virginia."

Virginia stopped and lifted her gaze.

Chloe still wore that gentle smile from the dinner table, but her eyes were dark, devoid of any real warmth.

"You just can't stand seeing me do well, can you!?" She leaned in close to Virginia's ear, her voice shrill and agitated.

Virginia frowned. "What are you talking about?"

"Stop playing dumb!" Chloe took a threatening step forward, her tone vicious. "You just can't stand Mom and Dad treating me well, and you can't stand Archer treating me well!"

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