A Woman's Mind

Arabella let out a mocking laugh. "Whether or not Reynald and I get divorced is our own business. Damn well none of yours."

"Chloe's eyes glinted with a mocking light as she leaned in toward Arabella, pretending to care as she lowered her voice. 'If it weren't for your grandmother's timely death, you two would have divorced ages ago. She certainly knew how to pick the perfect moment to pass—just as you were about to sign those divorce papers. It was all to prevent your split, wasn't it? You lower-class women always find ways to latch onto a man of higher status, only to cling desperately for survival."

"Arabella's veins pulsed with fury.

Her pupils dilated, revealing the anger brewing within her.

Without a second thought, she grabbed Chloe by the front of her clothes, pinning her against the wall.

Chloe's back collided with the hard surface, emitting a loud thud. She grimaced in pain.

Arabella raised her palm and forcefully swiped it across Chloe's cheek.

Smack!

The slap landed harshl