The party began , and the Collins villa was brightly lit , bustling with guests . Violet looked stunning in her outfit . She linked her arm with Ethan , flashing a gracious , poised smile , as if nothing had happened . But I could sense the coldness in her gaze whenever she looked at me . Halfway through the party , it was time for the cake - cutting ceremony . The large cake was wheeled out , the lights dimmed , and everyone gathered around . Just as I was about to cut the cake , Violet suddenly stepped forward . She picked up the spare microphone and spoke sweetly , " Ladies and gentlemen , please allow me a moment to say a few words . " Everyone turned to look at her . Ethan tried to pull her back , but she dodged his hand . Martin and Carol frowned . Violet smiled , but her eyes narrowed as she scanned me . " Today is our dear Amelia's graduation party , and I'm truly so happy for her . " Her tone suddenly became a bit strange . " As everyone knows , Amelia is a foster daughter of the Collins family , and her status is , well , special . " " For all these years , the Collins family has treated her as their own , even better than their own children . This kindness knows no bounds . " There were murmurs among the guests . " But , " she abruptly changed the topic , " As girls grow up , they have to leave home eventually . " " She can't just stay forever , even developing inappropriate thoughts , bringing humiliation and tarnishing the reputation of the Collins family , right ? " Her gaze shifted between Ethan and me , suggesting something with obvious insinuation . Chapter 5 Dreame - Read Romance Stories 83.33 % FREE Installed Open " So today , I would like to say something to Amelia . " She looked at me , her smile growing more venomous . " Please , stop clinging to your brother . Go find a good man to marry ! " " The Collins family has treated you with utmost kindness , and it's time you understood your place . Stop dreaming of being a child bride ! " " Violet ! Shut up ! " Ethan's face turned pale with anger as he snapped . A wave of gasps rippled through the crowd ! All eyes were on me - surprised , curious , contemptuous , sympathetic . A mix of expressions filled the room . Martin's face turned ashen with rage , while Carol tightly clenched her hands . Violet looked at me with a victorious smile , as if to say , " See ? I told you I'd make it happen . " In the midst of the stunned silence and awkwardness , I suddenly burst out laughing . I grabbed the other microphone from the emcee . My voice was clear , laced with just the right amount of feigned confusion and helplessness . " Miss Parker , I'm really curious . " " You came to my home for the first time and called me Ethan's child bride . " " For the past few months , you've hinted countless times , both directly and indirectly , that I'm an outsider and that I'll be married off sooner or later . " I looked at the guests in the crowd , all of whom were now watching in confusion , and spoke calmly , " Many of the guests here have watched me grow up and know my background . " " My parents passed away when I was young . It was Martin and Carol who took pity on me , adopted me , and treated me as their own daughter , giving me a family . " " I have always been grateful for their kindness . " " I have always regarded Ethan as my older brother and have never had any inappropriate Chapter 5 Dreame - Read Romance Stories When it 83.33 % thoughts . " " I don't understand , Miss Parker , why you keep clinging to this absurd idea of me being a child bride . Why do you constantly slander me , even during my graduation party ? Why do you feel the need to ruin this important moment for me ? " My voice quivered slightly , a hint of grievance slipping through . " Is it because Ethan treats me well as his sister , and that makes you uncomfortable ? " " Or do you think that if you drive me out of the Collins family , you'll be able to rest easy ? " " But Miss Parker , " I said , my gaze turning sharp as I looked at her pale face . " This is the Collins family , not a place where you can spread rumors at will ! Whether or not I'm a member of this family is not for you to decide ! " The room fell into stunned silence . The guests ' looks shifted from sympathy for me to disdain for Violet . " So that's what happened . " " This woman's gone crazy . What does she have against the beloved daughter in her own family ? " " That's so malicious ! How could she say such things at someone's graduation party ? " " How could the Collins family consider her as a daughter - in - law ? " Ethan looked at me , his expression filled with shock and guilt . He abruptly pulled his hand away from Violet , as if touching something filthy . Violet panicked . She pointed at me , shouting , " You're lying ! You're making things up ! It was you ! " " Enough ! " Martin's voice rang out sharply , cutting her off . He walked up to the stage , took the microphone , and his face was grim and serious . " Ladies and gentlemen , I apologize for the embarrassment this has caused . " He turned his icy gaze toward Violet . Chapter 5 83.33 % "Miss Parker , it seems you didn't take our last warning to heart . " " I'm afraid this pond is too small for a big fish like you . As for your relationship with Ethan , it ends here . " " Now , please leave . " " Martin ! It's not like this ! Please , let me explain ! " Violet was completely flustered , trying to grab onto Ethan , but he pulled away . " Violet . " Ethan looked at her , his expression complex , filled with disappointment . "You've really let me down . " " No ! Ethan ! It's because I love you so much ! I'm afraid of losing you ! " Violet cried out , " It's all her fault ! It's Amelia , that bitch ! She set me up ! She's been plotting this from the start ! " At that moment , Daniel appeared from behind the guests , leading someone with a timid expression . It was a middle - aged woman , who had once worked for the Collins family . Violet's face turned deathly pale when she saw her , like she'd seen a ghost . The woman dared not look at Violet and bowed to Martin and Ethan . " Sir . Martin , Mr. Collins , I'm sorry , but Miss Parker paid me . " She asked me to spread rumors that Miss Collins was a child bride fostered by the Collins family , and that she had bad intentions , clinging to her brother . " Boom ! The crowd erupted once again ! The truth was finally revealed . Turned out , those vicious rumors were all fabricated and spread by Violet herself . Chapter 5 83.33 % Ethan stared at Violet in disbelief . The last trace of affection in his eyes completely vanished , leaving only disgust . " Get out . " He pointed to the door , his voice as cold as ice . Violet completely broke down , collapsing to the floor in tears , losing all composure as the security dragged her out . The farce finally came to an end . Chapter 5 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!