The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 220

The previously chattering crowd falls dead silent, utterly captivated by her breathtaking beauty and commanding presence. She doesn't walk alone. Flanking her are two equally stunning women: Bianca in a flowing aqua-blue gown, and Tricia in a striking wine-red dress.

Just moments ago, Jade was loudly claiming that her older sister was an anti-social loner. Seeing Tara laughing effortlessly with two close friends is an instant, humiliating reality check. Unlike Jade's entourage of sycophants with their perfectly practiced, plastic smiles, Tara's companions exude genuine warmth.

Jade's expression sours. She never expected Tara to make such a grand, flawless entrance. Forcing a smug, confident smile, she steps forward. "Tara, you finally made it. I thought you weren't going to show up."

Tara shoots her a flat look, a mocking smirk tugging at the corner of her lips. "I've been on this yacht the entire time. Is amnesia striking you a little early?"

The sharp retort leaves Jade flushing with embarrassment. The socialites and minor celebrities who were just tearing Tara down immediately shut their mouths. Tara's radiant appearance shatters every preconceived notion they had. Given her recent explosive popularity from variety shows and modeling competitions, the jealousy in the room is palpable.

Still, one bitter starlet mutters under her breath, "It's just a nice dress. She probably rented it."

"Tricia!" Jade nearly screams, barely swallowing the curse before it slips out. She glares at Tricia, her eyes wide with disbelief. How dare this bitch insult her in front of everyone? In the past, Tricia always bowed and scraped, walking on eggshells just to keep Jade from complaining to Alec. What gives her the nerve to act so boldly now? Is she really not afraid that Jade will run straight back to Alec and ruin her?

"Yeah?" Tricia scoffs, stepping closer. "Did I stutter? Or are you going to pretend I'm wrong? I spent so much time trying to manage your career, and you couldn't grasp a single thing. You can't sing, you can't dance, and you definitely can't act. You are the textbook definition of a dead weight, so drop the victim act."

Jade is rendered completely speechless, her eyes bulging with barely contained rage. Beside Tricia, Tara and Bianca don't even bother to hide their amused smiles. Honestly, Tara brought Tricia along tonight for this exact reason—to let her finally vent years of pent-up frustration. Seeing Tricia unleash her claws is nothing short of glorious.