Chapter 0140

“well, you’re right.”Amelia's eyes locked onto Ava's, her voice laced with accusation. "You know, Ava, I've been thinking. We're not so different, you and I."

Ava raised an eyebrow, her expression cold and reserved. "Oh? How so? Please…enlighten me."

Amelia's words were laced with venom. "We're both manipulative, willing to do whatever it takes to get what we want."

“You’re catching on quickly. Very good.”Ava's smile was thin and calculating. "Yes, Amelia. We are similar in that regard. But at least I'm honest about it. You, on the other hand, pretend to be something you're not only to get what you’re lustful about."

“I don’t do that.”Amelia's face reddened with indignation. "I'm not manipulative! I've never had to resort to such tactics."

Ava's laughter was low and mocking. "Really, Amelia? Think back. Haven't you ever used your charm and beauty to get what you want? Haven't you ever lied about yourself or withheld the truth to achieve your goals?"

Amelia's eyes faltered, her mind ra