Chapter 34 Chapter 34: The Garden of Humiliation
Chapter 34: The Garden of Humiliation
Vishea’s POV
“Lady Anastasia!” Cassie suddenly pushed me, and Rachelle ended up throwing the tea on her dress.
“Cassie!” Liliane hurriedly wiped Cassie’s dress.
“How clever, you convince them to protect you? You’re not just someone who’s trying to get Darius’ attention, but you’re also a great actress.” She scoffed. I stared at her.
She must be acting because she’s threatened.
“Now I get it. I am not seeking to garner the king’s attention. I am here on behalf of my mother. I am not here to draw the king’s notice.” I denied. I really have no plan to be noticed by Darius.
It was him trying to talk to me. Now she just showed me she’s intimidated by me.
“Stop being in denial! You were seducing him! It wasn’t because you look like his stupid mate you seized the opportunity to ingratiate yourself with him? Are you plotting to steal him away from me, driven by your ambition to become queen? Is that not so?” She walked closer to me with her eyes on fire. She then pushed me.
I immediately found my balance. My hands are burning in desire to slap her right now. Yet I know it’s not the time to show who I really am.
Rachelle and Darius are really fit together. Useless and short-minded.
“You must be mistaken. I never dreamed of being in that position. How pathetic you would treat your guest this way.” I chuckled sarcastically. Everyone started to murmur. No one even dared to stop her, afraid they would be punished.
“What’s happening here?” My attention shifted to Christian. I remember him as Darius’ cousin.
“What’s happening? This bitch is trying to seduce the king! That’s your plan even in the first place, right?” Rachelle is still insisting on it.
“Making a scene in front of the guests is inappropriate for your highness. In case you forget, you are the king’s fiancè and your action might trigger the guests.” Christian reminded her, however she listens to no one.
She must be pampered by the king for those years, the reason why she doesn’t listen to anyone.
“I am showing them how this woman shows a display of remarkable lack of decorum!” She said, pointing at me.
I was surprised. She must be referring to herself right now.
She’s really doing everything to ruin my image. But I won’t let that happen. She must be crazy right now.
“You really have a notable absence of insight and awareness on how to respect others. You should be ashamed of yourself. I have no idea that this kingdom would have such an ignorant future queen. How disappointing.” I can’t help but tell them how disappointed I am.
Rachelle, you’re making me laugh inside. If it weren’t for her position maybe she’s already lying on the ground showering in her own blood.
“How dare you talk to me like that!” She tried to get closer to me. However, Christian didn’t give her a chance.
“What a waste of time.” I turned my back and signaled Cassie and Liliane to leave this place. However, before we could walk further, Rachelle spoke.
“Stay away from Darius, bitch, or else…” I didn’t let her finish her words. I turned to look at her.
“Or else what?” She dared to threaten me. She pushed Christian away and walked towards me.
Our eyes met and I could feel how much she despised me. Everyone was watching.
“Or you’ll no longer—” her words were cut off.
“What’s all about this commotion?” Darius arrives. Rachelle didn’t continue her words.
“Your Majesty, Rachelle tried to harm Lady Anastasia. She even threatened her.” Cassie stepped in. Darius’ forehead knotted as his attention shifted to his fiancè.
I secretly rolled my eyes. “Is that true?” He asked his fiancè.
Rachelle, however, couldn’t contain her emotion. It’s really easy to make her lose control of herself.
“How am I not supposed to get mad, Darius? She just humiliates me! Do you really think that’s fair? She should kneel down and beg for my forgiveness! She tried to embarrass me saying I am an unfit queen! What would you feel if someone told you that?” She even tried to act as a victim.
I scoff. They all look at me. The audacity to blame me for what happened?
“Your Majesty, your fiancè just insulted me. Maybe she’s jealous that the other guests find me more stunning than her.” I looked her in the eyes, and I could see how furious she was.
That’s it. Show your true colors, Rachelle. I remember that day when I saw you and Darius together. You acted innocent; however, deep inside you also wanted to steal Darius.
“See?! She’s being pathetic! Damn you!” Rachelle gritted her teeth.
“Your Majesty, she tried to pour the coffee on Lady Anastasia. Everyone saw what happened. She was the one who caused trouble and harm.” Cassie tried to clear things out.
“You did that?!” Darius’ voice rose. Rachelle only looked at her. She’s not yet the queen but she’s acting like she already got the title. Unbelievable.
“What if I did? Are you going to defend her? This bitch is trying to steal you from me! She’s doing this internationally because she’s planning to get your attention, can’t you see that?! She’s playing dumb!” She tried to ruin me.
“I am not planning anything. If you threaten my presence then I have nothing to do with it. Why don’t you just ask Your Majesty to marry you in order to put an end to your accusations against me.” I told her. She looked at Darius.
“Enough with this! I apologize on behalf of her.” Darius started to apologize. But Rachelle gets even more furious.
“Unbelievable! She was the one who caused the trouble!” She shouted but Darius gave her a glare.
Rachelle had no other choice but to leave the garden. Darius stared at me.
“I’m sorry for what she did to you.” Darius said, but I only looked at him emotionless.
“Can I have a moment with you?” He said, but I am not
in the mood to spend a second with him. I turned my back and didn’t say a single word.