A Beauty With Multiple Masks

Henrick sighed in frustration.

I shouldn‘t have brought this crazy b*tch back! Her antics have thoroughly embarrassed me.

The backyard once again regained its serenity after Cindy had been escorted back to the house.

“Apologies, everybody,” Henrick started. “Cindy is too distraught tonight to think straight. She has made a fool of herself in front of all of you.”

The crowd exchanged glances before dismissing his apology by waving their hands. “Not to worry, it’s completely understandable.”

“Make sure Mrs. Southall takes care of herself. You can always try for another child. It wouldn’t do if she fell ill.”

“You must take care of yourself too and be strong throughout this ordeal.”

With the words of consolation offered by his guests, Henrick felt much calmer.

hesitated before

afraid. We should find a good doctor to have a look at her. I’m worried for her if this

“I’ll do

admiration, “your daughter Arielle is an excellent one. If it weren’t for her, I would

shocked. “Arielle practices

returned Henrick’s look of surprise. “Don’t you

is that possible?” Henrick murmured, his

 in the village? From where would she have learned

by Henrick’s ignorance on the matter, Russell immediately recounted the events of the night before. His narration

surprise soon

daughter is amazing,” Russell concluded at last with a pat on Henrick’s shoulder. “You must treat her well! Don’t let the

Henrick nodded in a daze. Despite the humorous circumstances, he

 on purpose? Why would she do such a thing? Is Arielle up to something like Cindy is? Or did she return here with a

on his back standing erect as alarm bells began ringing in his head. His gaze darkened as he fought the urge to succumb to