Chapter 3 Chapter 3 The spectators joined in , Caroline , Eds willing to take you as his mistress despite your prison record thats more good fortune than youd deserve in eight lifetimes . You brought this on yourself with your shameless behavior ? . So desperate ! Using a memorial photo to force a marriage , and hurting our aunt too . Youre lucky Ed hasnt killed you . Better kneel and apologize quickly , or youll regret it soon . Seeing I wouldnt move , Edward flicked his wrist , the flame burning away a corner of grandmothers photo . Tears rolled down my cheeks as I clenched my teeth and knelt , grinding out , Young Master , I was wrong , I shouldnt have hurt your fiancée . Please , me back the photo- Ah ! Before I could finish , Edward kicked my shoulder , chucking , Caroline , its Emily you need to apologize to . Clenching my palm , I crawled to Emily and kowtowed , Miss , Im sorry , I shouldnt have maliciously hurt you , and I shouldnt have crashed your wedding day . Im sorry , I stiffly turned my head , looking at Edward with bloodshot eyes , Can you return the photo now ? The next moment , flames burst forth , quickly devouring the photo into ash . Overcome with grief , I rushed madly to Edwards feet , beating him as I demanded , Edward , you bastard ! I apologized , I kowtowed , why did you still burn grandmothers photo ? Have you forgotten how good she was to you ?! Edwards gaze faltered for half a second before he stepped back decisively , making me fall forward . Ignoring my words , he smiled mockingly , Caroline , didnt I warn you not to spread rumors about marrying my uncle today ? Even now , youre desperately trying to get close to me . But sadly , with all the shameless paths you could take , you chose to set your sights on the head of the family . Do you know who my uncle is ? A prominent figure in both business and politics how could he be matched with a convict like you ? Let me tell you Caroline, my uncle hates opportunistic people the most . The taut string in my mind snapped completely at that moment . Imever imagined that in Edwards eyes , I was someone who would do anything to climb the social ladder . Yet on New Years Eve three years ago , he had stroked my head and praised me as an upright woman who dared to love and hate . Three years isnt long , but its enough to completely change someones heart . Three years isnt short , and its enough to shame me for life . I hit my tongue , the pain bringing some clarity . With trembling hands , I removed the necklace from my neck and held it in my palm , Edward , you recognized your uncles personally designed veil , so you must recognize this necklace too . This necklace was given to me as an engagement gift by William when he came to propose at my home , after I returned from his mansion that day I was released , covered in dirt and shame , It was said to be the familys heirloom , passed down to future brides . Sure enough , Edward recognized it instantly , He satched the necklace , examined it carefully , then violently threw it at my face , Caroline , I underestimated your capabilities even making such a convincing counterfeit . But the real necklace is only with my uncle , not even my father has the right to inherit it . Where did you get this copy from ? Seeing this , more and more onlookers gathered , their comments becoming increasingly harsh , This is too much . Shes desperately trying to claim the position of a family bride . 19:31 His Scapegoat , his Fiancée , his Aunt $ .0 % Chapter 3 How caff someone be so shameless ? Young Master William is marrying his true love today, and shes here trying to smear his reputation . She really isnt afraid of his methods . This is nothing- Miss Lin killed someone for Ed , so whats a little identity theft to her ? Disgusting ! Seeing someone spit at me , others followed suit . The cut on my face from the necklace stung painfully . I didnt kill anyone ! 1protested angrily , but Emily slapped me hard , stepping forward with malice in her eyes , Carol , I didnt want to get involved , but stealing uncles klace and spreading rumors about marrying him is too much . As the future family bride , I must teach you a lesson on uncles behalf .