Chapter 44: Sophia Stepped in Front of Her

Sienna paused as Sophia stepped in front of her.

“Did you forget basic manners?” Sophia sneered.

Sienna’s gaze sharpened.

“Why is your mouth so filthy? Don’t you know a good dog doesn’t block the path?”

A dog? Did she just call Sophia a dog? Sophia’s face flushed with rage.

“Sienna! You’re nothing but a homeless stray now. Everyone’s mocking you. How dare you act so high and mighty? If I were you, I’d find a hole to hide in! And you’re out shopping? Have you no shame?”

“Shame?” Sienna tilted her chin, her eyes unwavering.

“What’s truly shameful? Posing naked with a cucumber? Or trying to lock someone up and ending up paying three hundred fifty thousand instead?”

Sienna’s gaze shifted from Vanessa to Sophia as she spoke. Bystanders immediately looked at the two women differently. Of course. Vanessa’s nude photo scandal. And Sophia had trapped Sienna, only to be extorted for a massive sum. How absurd! Sophia felt the judgmental stares. Furious, she gritted her teeth.

“Sienna Bennett! You’re a lying witch! You’ll pay for this today!”

She raised her hand, ready to strike. Vanessa’s face burned with humiliation. She had hidden indoors for days waiting for the scandal to fade. Now, just as she was showcasing her perfect relationship with Derek to divert attention, Sienna had to bring it up again! Vanessa hated Sienna so much she wanted to rip her mouth apart. But with Derek present, she forced composure. She stepped toward Sophia.

“Calm down, Sophia. Remember why we’re here? She’s just a jealous girl. We should be the bigger people.”

Sophia instantly recalled their purpose. Her expression eased. She lifted her chin arrogantly.

“Right! Today is a glorious day! I won’t waste another second on a homewrecker like you!”

“Do you even know what this store is? Aurelia Gems! It means ‘the one and only’! This is for engagement rings. One identity, one ring, one true love! They’d never sell to a mistress like you! Why are you even here? To stink up the place?”

“Oh, hilarious,” Sienna laughed mockingly.

She had zero interest in entertaining this. Vanessa had expected Sienna to be heartbroken seeing them together. She thought it would be as satisfying as slapping her. She never imagined Sienna would remain so indifferent. Frustrated, Vanessa put on a pitiful face. She looked at Sienna with fake sympathy.

“Sienna, I know it’s my fault. Please don’t blame Derek. Our love is real. He’s buying me an Aurelia Gems ring today. Please, just let us be. You and Derek are over. You’re the Diamond Prince’s… plaything now. Please, just move on.”

Her voice was soft, pleading, and helpless. The crowd began to believe Sienna was there to sabotage their ring shopping. How could a homewrecker be so shameless as to ruin a happy couple? Derek stepped forward and embraced Vanessa.

“Vanessa, why beg her? This is Aurelia Gems. There are guards everywhere. If she touches you, we’ll call the police. Come, let’s pick your ring. Don’t let a shameless woman ruin our day.”

“Exactly, Vanessa. Pick the most stunning diamond. Show her what real love looks like. That’s the price of being a homewrecker!” Sophia said proudly, chin held high.

Suddenly, a black vehicle screeched to a halt at the entrance. The store manager exclaimed, “The new limited edition diamond collection is here! I heard this shipment includes a three-carat pigeon’s blood ruby surrounded by diamonds!”

“What? A pigeon’s blood ruby? Seriously? That’s impossible! I heard finding a colored diamond among thousands is rare, let alone a pigeon’s blood ruby!” Sophia gasped excitedly.

Vanessa’s eyes sparkled.

“Most red rubies are purplish-red or dark purple. A pigeon’s blood ruby is the rarest gem in the world!”

“If you want it, Vanessa, it’s yours,” Derek said tenderly, glancing at Sienna to ensure she heard.

Sophia smirked at Sienna.

“Hear that? He’s buying the pigeon’s blood ruby for Vanessa! An Aurelia Gems red ruby! The only one of its kind in the world!”