Chapter 5 Reunited

• In the same way, Olivia also never expected to encounter Emma here. This woman had matured significantly. Emma was still elegant, but she was also more arrogant. She spoke haughtily, just like before! Olivia felt disgusted and knew there was no point in saying much. She stepped back and said coldly, “We don’t know each other very well. Please maintain your distance!”
• “You…” Emma was momentarily speechless, her expression turning sour. She also couldn’t help but notice that Olivia was different from before. The Olivia of the past was a humble servant in the Carter family. She was always clad in worn-out attire and performed menial tasks.
• But now, she was dressed in a mature and elegant outfit. She appeared refined and sophisticated, exuding confidence and poise from the inside out. It was as though she were a completely different person, transforming from Cinderella to an aloof queen! Emma even felt slightly intimidated by her gaze!
• Emma was taken aback yet annoyed, her words unkind. “Oh, are you putting on airs now? It’s been five years, and you’ve certainly changed. I recall when you didn’t even have the right to speak in my presence, but you carry yourself so virtuously now. It appears you’ve fared well these years…” As Emma spoke, she touched the corner of Olivia’s outfit. “Look at your outfit. You’re wearing nicer clothes than before!”
• Olivia’s gaze turned sharp. She grabbed Emma’s wrist and applied much pressure, nearly fracturing Emma’s bone. “Since you know I’m wearing nicer clothes than before, refrain from touching it. You can’t afford it!” Olivia retorted, shaking off Emma’s arm as if Emma were dirty.
• Emma felt incredulous! As the Patel family’s daughter and the Carter family’s future daughter-in-law, she was accustomed to getting her way. But now, a destitute former servant was taunting her, claiming she couldn’t afford an outfit.
• Emma was unaware that Olivia had designed her own one-of-a-kind outfit, and she made nastier remarks out of anger. “So, you’ve found yourself a benefactor… Could it be the gentleman beside you?” Her gaze shifted to Benjamin standing beside Olivia. With his striking, refined appearance, Benjamin looked very handsome and dignified next to Olivia. Emma had already noticed him, and she mistakenly assumed him to be Olivia’s bankroller.
• Benjamin raised his brows. He didn’t deny what Emma said. However, he felt great disdain for Emma’s baseless accusations. Foolish woman! Scorn and contempt flickered in his eyes! Olivia said bluntly, “Is it any of your business?”
• Convinced of her assumption, Emma’s contempt for Olivia grew. “Very well. I have nothing further to say to someone like you. Just a word of advice, since you’ve left the Carter family, exercise prudence and keep your distance! I’m set to be engaged to Nathan next month and prefer not to have any unwanted interference.” She deliberately emphasized the last few words, feeling proud and pleased.
• Olivia was stunned. She acted like she had heard something amusing and responded, “I lead a busy life and do not indulge in leisurely pursuits! But since you’ve spoken, allow me to offer my congratulations!” Emma was taken aback, caught off guard by Olivia’s unexpected reaction.
• At that moment, the villa’s gates opened with a clang, drawing Olivia and Emma’s attention to a figure in the courtyard whose presence had gone unnoticed.
• The man wore a sleek black suit. His shirt was buttoned to the collar. His long legs made him look like an international supermodel. He had a refined yet enigmatic countenance, his demeanor cold and aloof. His thin lips were flattened, making him look indifferent and detached. His dark eyes were devoid of warmth, and he had an icy presence. The temperature around him seemed to plummet several degrees, making everyone else shiver!