NovelGoldYet her darting eyes gave her away.
Stellas lips curved into a cool, almost taunting smile.
Without breaking eye contact, she reached for a pair of scissors lying on the table.
Holding them out to Lindsay, she said smoothly, Go ahead.
Isnt this what you wanted? Heres your chance.
Take these scissors and destroy the dresses-or cup with sother brilliant way to ruin them.
Lets see if youve got the nerve.
Lindsay reeled from Stellas abrupt challenge.
Her eyes wide, she shot back a fiery retort.
You think I lack the guts? A tremor of mixed anger and panic vibrated through her voice.
Stellas smirk only widened, her tone laced with provocation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtYou claim courage? Prove it.
Stop the chatter; Im itching to see your next move. Consumed by fury, Lindsay seized the scissors with a fierce grip, hoisted them aloft, and brought them down toward the lavish dresses, unleashing the pent-up storm of jealousy and resentment.
Yet, in the throes of her wrath, a seed of doubt paused her hand.
A flood of anxious thoughts swirled through her mind.
Was this a ploy by Stella? Stellas eyes, gleaming with mockery, fixed on Lindsay.
Whats this? Halting mid-rebellion? Werent you just a fountain of bravado? ..
S...
It was then that the realization dawned on Lindsay.
Her eyes narrowed, a glint of malice flashing through.
Playing games with me, are you? Her words were sharp as she took a cautious glance around and indeed, her gaze caught the ominous blink of a red light from a surveillance camera tucked in the corner.
Unfazed, Stella followed Lindsays alarmed look and offered a thin smile.
Ah, not so naive, I see.
She then taunted, dripping with scorn, You boasted of daring to make the cut.
What now, spooked by a little camera? Seems your bravery was just for show.
Lindsays cheeks burned a fierce red, her indignation simmering.
Through gritted teeth, she spat, Dont get cocky, Stella.
Ignoring her, Stella advanced, plucking the scissors from Lindsays grasp with a chilling calm.
Heed my warning, Lindsay.
Dare disrupt my event, and III make sure its your undoing.
I could crush you without a second thought.
The resolve in Stellas eyes sent an icy shiver down Lindsays spine.
Feeling the weight of panic, Lindsay was shaken by Stellas menacing words, causing her to flinch back, her wheelchair edging backward slightly.
Pointing an accusing finger at Stella, Lindsays voice cut through the air.
Stella, you set this trap for me! Stella merely laughed off the accusation, her voice dripping with condescension.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmDid I lure you backstage? Did I coerce you into the dressing room? Lindsay, sparethe .
I have every right to have security remove you immediately.
With a dismissive gesture, Stella tossed the scissors aside. They om clanged against the floor, landing perilously close to Lindsays feet, sending a chill of fear up her spine and whitening her face with dread.
At that moment, Doreen entered, her eyes widening briefly in surprise at Lindsay's presence. She quickly composed herself and turned to Stella.
Everythings in place.
The launch event will start any minute now.
Without missing a beat, Stella gave Doreen her orders, her gaze still fixed on Lindsay.
Escort Lindsay to the spectator seats.
And announce on the microphone that backstage access is strictly off limits wi without explicit permission, including to anyone from Prosperity Group. Lets make it clear: Lindsays unauthorized intrusion will be tolerated this tonly.
There wont be a repeat.
Doreen nodded, her response crisp. Absolutely.
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