Scars Of A Broken Bond

Sergio was significantly wealthier than Marnie.

Fortunately, Claire wasn’t overly fixated on social status. She recognized that Sergio was dedicated to his studies and might have difficulty finding love, so she accepted Marnie. Claire thought Marnie must have something that Sergio liked. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have chosen her to be his girlfriend.

Two days ago, curious about her son’s girlfriend, Claire invited a few affluent female friends to join her for a shopping outing. Together, they visited the clothing boutique where Marnie was employed.

There were other customers already in the shop.

Two high school girls dressed in plain clothes were trying on outfits. Marnie appeared disinterested in them and kept glancing at the door. However, when Claire and her well-dressed friends entered, Marnie’s expression suddenly brightened with enthusiasm. Marnie left the girls and hurried over to greet Claire’s group with a warm smile, eagerly showcasing the clothing to them.

Claire couldn’t hide her dissatisfaction with Marnie’s disregard for the two girls.

reaction, Marnie focused on pleasing Claire and Claire’s

turned, she heard a dispute arise between

sought out Marnie, who had been assisting them. However, the situation escalated

impatient with them and rudely remarked, “If you can’t afford them, don’t

of the girls was sensitive. Her face flushed instantly. The other was furious and declared her

grievance against me! Do you know who my

Claire’s expression darkened.

she felt

Claire worried that her wealthy friends might discover

connections but seemed subdued in the presence