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She was already tired of pretending with Charlotte, bluntly pushing her hand away and saying in an indifferent tone, 'Thank you for your kindness, Auntie and elder sister, but, Mr. Luke and I are not quite compatible.'

By saying this, Isabella had already drawn a clear line. After speaking, she took off the white jade bracelet from her wrist and thrust it into Charlotte's hand.

"Please trouble my sister to return the bracelet. No work, no gain. I can't dare to accept such a precious gift."

Victoria hadn't expected her refusal at all. Even though she was adept at disguising her emotions, her face immediately changed. She thought Isabella, a woman who had been used by others, had even given birth to an illegitimate child. Being able to marry into the Miller family was already a miraculous opportunity earned over several lifetimes. How dare she refuse!

"What did you say?" Even Caleb was surprised, raising his eyebrows.

"Are your ears working fine? Do I need to repeat myself? You bro