Unmasking the Heiress

The scandal had escalated beyond control. With Walter unreachable, Julia dropped her sick act. No point in faking illness when her home was on the line.

She hailed a cab and rushed back, only to find her house surrounded by a thick crowd. Thanks to the police Andrew had called, she managed

to push her way through. That short stretch to her doorstep took an agonizingly long time, and the crowd's wandering hands did not let her pass without inciden

She stumbled into the yard, a mess from the confrontation. There was Evangeline. the picture of composed indifference, swinging with her shades on, while James stood close by. Bodyguards hovered, shielding her from the sun with their umbrellas. She looked every bit the untouchable mob heiress.

Andrew and Lydia, bolstered by the sight of their darling daughter and the cops on the scene, hurried down to face off with Evangeline.

"Officer, can you believe this? Our own daughter storms into our home, threatens to kick us out, and tosses our stuff in the trash! You've got to get her out of here!" Andrew's voice boomed with indignation.

The cop surveyed the chaotic scene, well aware that any attempt to smooth things over could be twisted by the eager cameras outside. They were not about to jump to

conclusions based on Andrew's fant.

*Someone give me the straight story," said the squad leader.

"Good day, officer represent Falcon International Law Firm. The name's James

"James Foster? Well, I'll be. They say seeing is believing, and they're right. Sorry I didn't recognize you

The captain's grin was wide as he shook hands with James. The young lawyer's fame was no joke, he was the trusted counsel for the big-time business moguls. It was a rare privilege to meet him.

As James laid out the facts for Captain Kayden White, Andrew and his cohorts sensed trouble. Why was Kayden so chummy with James? A wave of unease washed over them

Lydia took Julia aside "Sweetheart, didn't I ask you to fetch Walter? Why are you here by yourself?" Lydia had little faith in the police and had her hopes set on Walter,

the man she had chosen for her daughter. Surely he would not stand idly by when his future mother-in-law needed help.

The frustrated Julia said, "I've been trying to reach Walter since yesterday, but his phone just rings and rings."

Lydia threw up her hands in despair. "What are we going to do now?!"

Meanwhile, Kayden had clarified things with James. Andrew's family had taken over Evangeline's house and would not leave. Evangeline had the deed to prove her ownership, and the clear evidence was undeniable. He explained the situation loudly to the onlookers and demanded that Andrew's family pack up and leave immediately. Lydia, hearing that, collapsed into a seat, pointing at the group and shouting, "What kind of top are you?! You're probably in league with that little snake. I've lived in this house for over a decade. You say move, and I just move?! Why should I? "Everyone, look at this. I'm being bullied!"Còntens bel0ngs to Nô(v)elDr/a/ma.Org

Andrew quickly tried to calm Lydia, whispering urgently, "Julia is a public figure now. You might not care about losing face, but she certainly does."

Julia's face burned with embarrassment. As the newly

famous "Violin Princess', the last thing she needed was her mother causing a spectacle with all the fans and media present. It was a blow to her dignity, but with the crowd watching, she could not lash out. Instead, she turned her frustration toward Evangeline. "Evangeline, are you really going to back us into a corner? Mom and Dad were always so good to you, and they even handed over my chance with Walter to you. What more do you want, that you'd kick us out, leaving us with nowhere to go?"

Her voice broke as she spoke, tears rolling down her cheeks in big drops, her woeful. look sparking whispers all around.

*Can you believe it? She marries the man her sister stepped aside for, and she doesn't even appreciate it. Now she's biting the hand that fed her!"

"She's just a sly fox!" someone in the crowd yelled at Evangeline.

Evangeline gave a piercing glance in that direction, her powerful aura instantly quieting the murmurs.

She rose gracefully, gazing down imperiously at Lydia and her daughter.

"Seriously, I've got to hand it to you, your talent for spewing lies has been strong

since we were kids. My engagement to Walter was set by Grandpa and Mr. Gordon long before you were even a twinkle in anyone's eye. What's it got to do with you?"

The crowd buzzed with excitement, the drama unfolding was too juicy. The so-called violin princess had more than one mask.

"And just to set the record straight, your mom Lydia seduced Andrew while my mom. was pregnant with her second child, leading to her death and the baby's. Why don't you tell them that? You and your mom, you're both the other women!" Julia, who had always seen Evangeline as the quiet one, glared daggers her way." Lies! Show us the proof! Don't just stand there spouting slander."

Evangeline looked down at the people below, a mix of amusement and anger in her eyes. "Proof? When my mom died, you were already five months along in Lydia's. womb. The birth certificate says it all. What more proof do you need?"