Queen Of Revenge And Glory (Victoria and Jackson) novel Chapter 96

Chapter 96

“Calvin, look at Daisy and Victoria. Are they even talking like normal people?” Julia’s face was red with fury, her chest heaving so much she felt like she might burst a vein from all the anger.

Victoria shot back without hesitation, “If you guys aren’t acting like people, then my mom and I have no reason to talk to you like people either.”

Julia’s eyes widened in rage as she jabbed a finger at Victoria and shouted, “Daisy used to be so gentle, but now you’ve totally corrupted her. She’s just as unreasonable as you.”

Daisy retorted, “I used to be gentle because I didn’t want to fight with you. But now I see what a cold–hearted bunch you really are.

“You probably thought you were so clever since Hector and I didn’t have any kids, so you figured we wouldn’t fight for the family fortune. I bet you’ve been gloating behind our backs for ages.

“But now that Victoria is our daughter and so talented, you see her as a threat, and you’re all losing your minds over it.”

“Don’t talk nonsense.” Julia’s retort sounded weak, but she still forced herself to say it, “Daisy, I’ve always felt sorry that you and Hector don’t have kids. Honestly, I feel worse about it than you do.”

“Oh, really? Wasn’t it you who kept calling me a useless hen who couldn’t lay eggs?” Daisy shot back, calling out her fake sympathy.

Julia was left speechless, but just as she was about to retort, Darell quickly cut in, “Let’s stay on topic. We’re here to talk about the car accident.”

Julia snapped out of it, her eyes widening as she said, “That’s right. I’m not here to argue with you. Curtis was seriously injured when Victoria hit him with her car, and he’s still in a coma.

“The doctors can’t even say if he’ll ever wake up. So no matter what, Victoria has to give us a proper explanation today. If she doesn’t, I swear I’ll make her pay for this, no matter what.”

As she spoke, she squared her shoulders, looking like she wouldn’t back down until she got what she wanted.

Hector’s expression was dark and cold as he fixed his gaze on Darell. “When Curtis messed up with the evening gown, we let you and Julia handle it.

“But as for the car accident, unless you have clear evidence that Victoria did it on purpose, she’s our daughter, and Daisy and I will handle it ourselves.”

Before Darell could even speak, Julia was already pointing at Hector, her voice trembling with fury. “How can you even compare these two situations?

“My son might never wake up. And you think you can just sweep it under the rug and shield

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Once Darell and his family had left, Calvin spoke up, his tone grave and commanding Susa Angelica mentioned earlier that you went to Mimiburg today to meet somente impomat for Brightstar Entertainment’s future–a writer named Viara, righe

Simon hadn’t expected Calvin to bring this up, but he nodded. “Yes, Vara is a Stone anether online. Her first three novels were adapted into TV dramas that became massive hits mying for ratings charts during their runs.

“I wanted to try and buy the rights to her latest book, and Angelica said she knew after who wa friends with Viara and could help us set up a meeting

Calvin said, “Who would’ve guessed that when you finally met her, Viara turned out to be Wisode

Simon nodded. “Yes.”

Calvin went on, “And Curtis thought Victoria was just setting you up to make you look bat

“Yes.” Simon didn’t deny it.

“And what about you? What do you think?” Calvin asked.

Simon paused, then replied truthfully, “To be honest, Grandpa, it’s just too much of a coincidence It’s hard not to suspect that she was deliberately setting us up.”

Calvin looked disappointed. “Didn’t you witness Victoria’s remarkable talent at the reception

dinner?

“She composed and performed an original piece right then and there, effortlessly overshadowing Angelica–the foster sister you’ve always bragged about being so exceptional.”

Simon frowned, clearly unconvinced. “Grandpa, no one can be good at everything. Even if someone’s a genius in one thing, that doesn’t mean they can excel at everything else.”

But Calvin gave a dismissive snort and pressed on, “Angelica was called a prodigy because she mastered all the arts–music, chess, and painting. So why is it so impossible for you to believe Victoria could be just as gifted in so many areas?”

“She’s not like Angelica. The Binder family invested so much in her from childhood, that’s how she became so exceptional. But Victoria…” Simon paused, casting a doubtful glance at Victoria.

Then he continued, “She grew up away from us, in some rural village. Honestly, I think what she showed at the reception was probably the peak of what she’s capable of.”

Calvin sighed again, disappointment clear in his voice. “Have you forgotten? She’s not just brilliant at the piano and composing, her medical skills are top–notch too. How do you explain that?”

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