Chapter 71

Adrian's POV

"I'm here now; you'll be fine," I whispered softly to my mum, squeezing her hand gently before turning to the woman, giving her a hard time. "What's my mother's offense?"

"Oh, she's your mother?" The woman scoffed. "Too bad. Your mother is a cheat!"

"What did you say?" I inquired through gritted teeth, clenching my fists to keep my fury in check.

"You heard me," she snorted. I saw a dress and wanted to purchase it, but she had the nerve to grab it."

I smiled subconsciously. "So, what you're trying to accuse my mom of is buying a dress she picked before you did, am I right?"

"Yes, that dress was mine in the first place," she barked.

Her gestures were hilarious, but I wasn't in the mood to laugh or play games with her. Obviously, she wasn't aware of who I was, meaning she must have strong backing and not care about people she belittles.

"What's your name?" I inquired.

She smiled broadly and replied. "Emma Garcia, the lawfully wedded wife of Alejandro Garcia, the CEO of Cruz