Chapter 1698
Indeed, it was the power and influence that the two princesses had accumulated over the years in the royal
household. With so many eyes and ears in the palace, wouldn’t it be a piece of cake for them to find out anything
they wanted?
Moreover, it was just a gift. There was no need to hide it. They didn’t expect, however, that these two would use
this to make a scene, attempting to embarrass the new princess.
People had been contemplating how Princesses Barbara and Becky would react to the arrival of the new princess.
Now, they knew for sure that these two truly couldn’t tolerate her.
Chloe was the legitimate princess with the royal bloodline. They were daughters of the child who was adopted by
the Queen.
Having enjoyed power and respect in the royal household for years, they probably feared losing their status to this
newcomer. However, they were princesses after all, and people never believed that the arrival of a new princess
would mean Queen Julia would strip these
two of their titles.
Wouldn’t it be better to coexist peacefully rather than harbor ill–intentions?d2
But clearly, the two princesses didn’t think so.
Tonight, everyone had deeply felt their malice.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBarbara and Becky almost rushed to slap Chloe hard in the face.
This annoying woman!
Bit by bit, she was closing off all their escape routes. Now, everyone believed that their actions tonight were solely
aimed at embarrassing her. Indeed, that was the case.
Anyone could tell from Chloe’s words that Princesses Barbara and Becky were intentionally trying to embarrass her.
Their gazes towards the two princesses became complex.
Suspicion and sarcasm were the most common expressions they saw
A vein popped on Barbara’s forehead, and she was on the brink of exploding with anger. Tonight, she had intended
to embarrass Chloe. not to make a fool of herself and tarnish her image
“Chloe, perhaps there’s been some misunderstanding? With so many people present today, it’s inevitable that
some gifts will be repeated. Were all here to celebrate Fiona’s birthday, and it’s the thought that counts. I believe
Fiona won’t mind whatever gifts we bring, let alone nitpick over them. Even if we did bring the same gifts, it’s
probably just a coincidence. Are you overthinking this? Aren’t intentions the most important aspect of gift–giving?”
Chloe chuckled, “Yes, even if my gift was simply a box or a magical performance, it would be full of my sincerity.”
The implication hit home. It was a reference to when Becky had mocked her. Everyone back then was gleefully
waiting to see her make a fool of herself, including Barbara
Barbara’s smile stiffened at Chloe’s words. It felt as if she had been slapped in the face by Chloe, causing a tingling
pain. Her anger seemed to leak out bit by bit.
“Chloe, we’ve been giving Fiona birthday gifts every year, and there are only so many types to choose from. We
didn’t expect that you had prepared jewelry ahead of time Jewelry is a very common gift. Even if we gave the same
thing, it doesn’t mean anything Now, are you suggesting that we knew in advance what you were going to give
Fiona, so we deliberately chose the same gift to embarrass you in front of everyone? What’s so embarrassing about
that? It’s you who’s holding onto this issue and refusing to let go. Are you only satisfied when we admit that we had
ulterior motives? Fine, if that’s the case, then I’ll admit it. Everything you suspect is true. Are you satisfied now? I
don’t understand what you stand to gain by smearing our image and reputation, especially since we’re supposed to
be
Sisters”
Barbara’s angry words were effective. After all, she had successfully constructed her image over the years in Y
Country. Her words sounded like those of a simple, naive, polite, generous, humble, and courteous person who was
cornered and just wanted peace. It seemed like Chloe was the one being aggressive Her tone was full of sorrow and
helplessness.
The crowd was confused by her performance, and their gazes towards Chloe filled with suspicion and contempt. It
seemed like the one who truly couldn’t tolerate others was the legitimate princess of the royal family.
Chloe, however, remained calrn and smiled faintly “Are you in a hurry? I was just explaining, and it’s not a big deal.
As long as a gift is sincere, it’s always good. You were the ones eager for me to present my gift, and you were the
ones who scomed what I gave. Now that I changed the gift that my grandmother had prepared for me, you’re still
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmnot letting me off the hook, accusing me of being audacious Don’t I even have the right to explain?”
She had dealt with many people like these in the past. if they wanted to play the victim, she would show them who
was the real master of this game
“It seems like my life in the royal household is going to be tumultuous, right? Even defending myself is seen as
persistently blaming you, tarnishing your image, and damaging your reputation. In that case, I should speak less in
the future. Otherwise, I might end up being labeled a criminal just because of something I said. After all, I’m new
here, and I can’t compete with your power and influence in
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the royal household.”
She paused for a few seconds before taking a deep breath and saying, “Rest assured, you two. I’ve learned my
lesson from this incident. I’ll talk to Grandma when I get back. There are already two princesses in the royal
household, and that’s more than enough. I’ll take my leave.”
Barbara’s legs tumed to jelly, stumbling back two steps, her breath hitching in her throat, almost choked by Chloe’s
words.
Every word, every sentence, was laced with accusation, declaring that they had no room for her, as if Chloe was
being singled out at every turn.
At Fiona’s birthday banquet, in front of so many people, due to her hostility, Chloe had to bid farewell to her
grandmother. Chloe really played it well.