Chapter 63

Xena believed that as long as she adopted a victim stance in front of others, everyone's hearts would lean towards her, and Haley would become the target of public criticism.

But why did it backfire this time?

When did Haley start changing? Or has she been putting on a facade all these years?

Wasn't her manipulation too deep?

Haley noticed the fear in Xena's eyes, smirked, and cautioned her, "Don't come to me seeking attention in the future. If you provoke me, your chances of marrying into the Ford family might just disappear."

After saying that, she turned and walked away without a second glance, leaving Xena with only her resolute yet elegant silhouette.

Xena watched her departing figure intently, her mind completely blank.

It wasn't until Haley had disappeared from sight that Xena realized she had been holding her breath, her nerves on edge.

As she regained her composure, she felt a desperate need for air.

Riley, visibly shaken, her face drained of color, patted her chest i