All Chapters of A Bride’s Revenge: No Longer the Backup: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Just then, a knock sounded on the door. Evelyn opened the door after a brief knock and entered.In her white gown, she looked the picture of nobility and grace. Her long, straight hair cascaded down to her waist, adding a touch of gentleness to her presence."The auction is starting, Brian. Let's go," she said.Gwen's expression stiffened when she saw Evelyn.If it weren't for Evelyn's meddling, Ariana would've married Brian long ago. Now, they were attending an auction together. Brian hadn't even considered what the Torrey family would say about that.Clearly, this was an obvious move to embarrass them."Mrs. Torrey, was it? Brian's mentioned you before. And you are…" Evelyn trailed off as she took in Fiona's outfit, which was a mirror of her own style. She smiled.Was one Ariana not enough? Now they were bringing in another one.Then again, it didn't matter how many people they paraded in front of Brian; they were all just stand-ins.Noticing Evelyn's attention on Fiona, Gwe

Evelyn sounded like she was defending Ariana, but her words only fueled Brian's anger.She liked him?Ariana just liked him for allowing her to climb the social ladder!Before, it was him that she clung to. Now, she had set her sights on William as her next victim.No wonder she'd stopped going out of her way to kiss up to him lately.At that thought, Brian's eyes turned cold.She has finally revealed her true colors to him!"Let's go."He grabbed Evelyn and pulled her into the auction hall, ignoring Ariana and William.Meanwhile, William allowed Ariana to link her arm through his as he said coolly," You're my date tonight, so you have to do everything I tell you. Understood?""Well then, Mr. Kingsman, two can play at that game. Since I'm your date tonight, you'll be footing all my expenses, right?""You're my date, not my girlfriend."Feigning a scowl, Ariana said, "But Brian used to spend money on me. You wouldn't want to lose to him when it comes to charm, would you?""

"Stop right there, Ariana Torrey!"During the intermission, Ariana excused herself to go to the bathroom when she heard Brian's voice sound from behind her. "Mr. Lodge? Did you need something?" She turned back, her voice distant, as if they were but mere acquaintances."Aren't you something else, Ariana? You knew that my company had its eye on that piece of land in South Gleaston, and you went and doubled the price, even at a loss, to buy it. What's your game? Are you really opposing me, or are you just trying to get my attention?" Brian snapped."You've got the wrong idea, Mr. Lodge. I just really liked the location. It's got nothing to do with you," Ariana said sincerely. However, Brian did not believe a word of it.Just then, Evelyn rushed over to cut into their conversation. "Ms. Torrey, you were too impulsive. That piece of land will lose you a small fortune!"Then, glancing at Brian, she continued, "I know that Brian bringing me here tonight might have embarrassed you, but

"Congratulations on securing Goldfront Bay," Evelyn said with a smile, completely oblivious to Brian's darkening expression. "Lodge Co. will definitely make a fortune with that land."Meanwhile, Ariana made no effort to conceal her pleased smirk as she clinked her champagne glass with William's.Brian's eye twitched at the sight."What should we do now, Mr. Lodge?" Emily hadn't expected William to back out of the bidding so easily. Just a few days ago, he had been determined to get that piece of land.Why did he give up so easily?"What else can we do?" Brian snapped.They could only accept the loss.Brian rose from his seat, his usual smile replaced with a stormy expression.Something was off.This definitely had something to do with Ariana!"Brian!" Evelyn wanted to leave with him. Panicked, she grabbed his arm, but Brian reflexively shook her hand off and said, "Go home, Evelyn."Surprised, Evelyn paused. By the time she snapped out of it, Brian had already left.He'd

"You deliberately announced that you're breaking off our engagement at the engagement party. Then, you got the press to release that ridiculous article. Now, you're flirting openly with William Kingsman and provoking me at the auction. Didn't you do all this just to get my attention? Well, now you have it," Brian said, reaching out a hand to tilt Ariana's chin higher.Just as he leaned his face closer, Ariana laughed. "Do you think this is fair to Evelyn, Mr. Lodge?"Brian froze when he heard Evelyn's name.Seeing this, Ariana pulled herself from his grip and wound her arms around Brian's neck instead, giving him a seductive look. "You're right. I've done all this just to get your attention. But honestly, the sofa is too cramped. Why don't we move to my room?"Now that Ariana had revealed her true colors, Brian immediately shoved her aside with a look of disgust. "Stop using these cheap tricks on me, Ariana!" he said coldly."You enjoy my cheap tricks though." Ariana leaned agains