For the next few days , Anastasia didn't go anywhere . Edward stayed with her at home , keeping her company . Just like before - taking her shopping , waiting while she did her nails , and even patiently watching her try on dress after dress . The shop assistants looked at the handsome man in front of them and sighed . " Mr. Copeland is amazing . What man would do this much for his wife ? I'm so jealous of Anastasia . " Anastasia heard every word . In the past , hearing that would make her blush and hide in Edward's arms . Now , she only gave a polite smile . Edward frowned at her cold , distant expression . He pulled her into his arms , tapped her nose gently , and asked with concern , " What's wrong , Honey ? You've been gloomy lately . Is something bothering you ? " She looked up at him , forcing a smile as she signed , " I'm fine . It's just my period . That's why I'm upset . " His frown deepened . To cheer her up , boxes of the newest designer dresses were delivered to the Copeland's residence . He bought piles of jewelry too . But Anastasia still didn't smile . Then came the notice from the kindergarten . A parent meeting . Parents would also join in a parent - child game . Every year , Anastasia had gone . This time was no different . But when she reached the school gate , she saw Thomas run straight into Priscilla's arms , his face lit with a smile she had never seen before . Her heart sank . She took a few steps forward . 0.00 % 08:50 Chapter 3 288 ¡ Vouchers Thomas spotted her . His smile vanished , replaced with the usual snarl . " Go away ! I don't want you here ! I don't want a mute mommy at the parent meeting ! I want pretty , gentle Priscilla ! " She had heard people call her mute countless times . But hearing it from Thomas's own mouth still cut deep . He had always despised her for not speaking , for making him lose face in front of others . Yet Anastasia never loved him less . She even blamed herself , spoiling him in every way she could . Priscilla saw it all , a glint of pride flashing in her eyes . " Sorry , Anna . Thomas is so clingy . He insisted on calling me yesterday . I really couldn't say no . " Anastasia's face was blank . She ignored her and stood off to the side , waiting for it all to end . When the crowd had mostly dispersed , she finally walked over . She glanced around but didn't see Thomas anywhere . Instead , Priscilla came up , her face dark as she stared at her . " Didn't you say you don't believe Eddie loves me ? Let me show you whether he believes you or me . " In the next second , she grabbed a handful of wooden sticks used for crafts and stabbed her own palm fast and hard . Blood dripped onto Anastasia's skirt . Priscilla cried out , " Anna , how could you ? Just because you hurt your hand and can't play violin anymore , you want to make me the same as you ? " Edward and Thomas appeared at the same time . The moment Thomas saw his beloved Priscilla hurt , he flew into a rage . He grabbed wooden sticks and threw them at Anastasia . " Bad mommy ! Bad mommy ! You hurt Priscilla ! You're a bad mommy ! " Edward's face darkened too . He frowned , as if he couldn't believe gentle Anastasia would ever do such a thing . Anastasia clutched her skirt , shaking her head wildly . She frantically signed , her hands trembling . " It wasn't me . There's a camera . Check the footage ! " Edward followed her gaze . Sure enough , a surveillance camera hung above them He was about to check it when Priscilla suddenly collapsed into his arms . 29.55 % 08.50 Chapter 3 288 iVouchers Tears streamed down her pale face , her body trembling as if deeply wronged . " Why check ? You think I'd stab my own hand with a stick ? I'm not that stupid . " Thomas echoed quickly . " Yeah ! Priscilla would never do that to herself . It was Mommy , for sure ! " Just a few words - and Edward was completely convinced by Priscilla . Back home , he had her wound simply dressed . Then he ordered Anastasia to apologize . Anastasia numbly signed , " It really wasn't me . I didn't do it . I won't apologize . " Priscilla sobbed at the side . " If Anna won't admit fault , then just forget it ... " The sight of her tears made Edward's face turn grim . His tone left no room for refusal . " Anna , you're being disobedient . You know what I hate most is being lied to . " He ordered the servants to drive ten wooden sticks under her nails . The agony cut straight through her , leaving her drenched in sweat . She wanted to cry , to scream , but only hoarse , muffled sounds came from her throat . In the end , she was locked in a sealed room . No air , no light . And she had claustrophobia . The floor was cold . She curled into a corner , hugging her knees , tears flowing nonstop . Just before she blacked out , she thought she saw that boy again . He had once said he'd never leave her alone . He had said he would always stand by her side , unconditionally . He had said he'd never let anyone hurt her . Yet now , the one who hurt her most was him . 70.64 % 08.50 Chapter 4 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!