Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 144

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Rose glared at Lily and Mia one last tbefore storming off, her fists clenched in anger. Her teeth ground

together as she seethed inwardly,

“Sister Mia, that was amazing!” Mira exclaimed, giving her a thumbs-up.

The three women-Lily, Mia, and Mira-burst into laughter as they watched Rose’s hasty retreat, Leon, on the

other hand, looked puzzled. Still, he decided to stay quiet, realizing it was b

not to meddle in the

affairs of women.

“Sister Lily, let's head over. They're ready for us,” Leon said as he stood up, planting a quick kiss on Mira’s cheek

before turning toward the set.

“Right!” Lily replied with a nod, her excitement bubbling over.

Today's scene was something Lily had been looking forward to for weeks. It was a pivotal moment for her

character, one that would push her acting skills to the limit. She was about to play the role of a deranged woman

on the edge-quite literally. Rubbing her palms together, she couldn't hide her enthusiasm as she prepared for

the performance.

The final scene revolved around her character, the unstable younger sister of the male lead, who had sent goons

to kidnap the female lead. They were to bring her to a desolate cliffside, where the deranged sister planned to

eliminate her rival. Just as things reached a climax, the male lead would arrive to save the day.

Places, everyone! Ready? And... action!” Director Young's voice boomed across the set.

The scene opened with Lily standing on the edge of a sheer cliff, a gun resting loosely in her hand. Her dark,

intense eyes stared into the abyss below, her lips curling into a wicked smile. Suddenly, she let out a -chilling

laugh, the sound echoing through the vast emptiness.

“Letgo! | said letgo! Where are you taking me?” a muffled cry rang out from behind her.

Lily turned slowly, her expression shifting to one of wicked delight as she recognized the panicked voice. Her

target had finally arrived. Without a word, she motioned to her hired goons, signaling for them to bring their

captive closer.

The woman struggled and screamed as the guards dragged her forward. “Who are you? Why are you doing this?

Letgo!” the victim cried desperately.

Lily rolled her eyes, spinning the gun in her hand with practiced ease. “Take off her blindfold,” she ordered coldly.

The goons quickly complied, removing the blindfold from the captive’s face. As her vision adjusted, Rose gasped

in shock. “E-Elder Sister? You? You're the one behind this? Why would you do this?” she stammered. her voice

trembling with disbelief.

Lily ignored her panicked questions, her expression calm and detached. Turning to the group of hired men, she

said, “You're done here. Your payment has already been transferred. You can leave now.”

Most of the men started to retreat, but one of them-a large, brutish figure-stepped forward hesitantly. His greedy

eyes lingered on Rose, and a twisted grin spread across his face. “Miss,” he began, his tone oily and suggestive.

“I know we've completed the job, and it's not my place to interfere. But if | have a better

| idea for you than just killing her outright.”

H

Lily’s raze darkened as the man continued licking his line “If revenge is what you're after there's a more

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satisfying way to make her suffer. Trust me, Miss, this idea will be much more effective.”

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Rose noticed the man’s vile gaze lingering on her, and a sinking dread filled her heart. She immediately realized

what he intended to suggest. Trembling with fear, she shook her head vigorously, her eyes pleading

for mercy.

Meanwhile, an ominous smirk played on Lily’s lips as she leaned back, feigning interest. “Go on,” she said.

coldly, her voice dripping with malice.

The goon let out a low, wicked laugh, his gaze still fixed on Rose. “Miss, before you deal with her... permanently,”

he said with a sly grin, “why not let us have a little fun with her first? We’ll make sure this beauty serves us well-

Before he could finish, a deafening gunshot echoed through the air, followed by his startled scream.

The bulky goon staggered backward, clutching his chest where the bullet had grazed him. His face paled as he

realized how close he had cto losing his leg.

“Say another word, and the next bullet will hit your head,” Lily snapped, her tone icy and unyielding. “I don’t

miss twice. You've been paid. Now get out of my sight. ALL OF YOU. LEAVE!”

The man’s bravado melted instantly. Muttering under his breath, “Crazy woman,” he gestured to the others. and

they all hurriedly retreated, disappearing into the shadows.

Now alone on the cliff, only Lily and a terrified Rose remained.

Rose, her body trembling, took a hesitant step forward and stammered, “E-Elder Sister...”

“Stop right there!” Lily barked, raising the gun again. Her sharp voice cut through the night like a blade. “One

more step, and I'll shoot. Don’t test me.”

Frozen in fear, Rose obeyed, tears streaming down her face.

Lily tilted her head, her expression a mix of amusement and disdain. A dark chuckle escaped her lips. “Well, well,

surprised to see me?” she asked mockingly. “I'm sure your little head is spinning with questions. How did I find

you? How did | track you down?”

Her smile vanished, replaced by a sneer. “What did you think, my dear little sister? Did you really believe that

after you ran away with Lucas, | wouldn't be able to find you?” Her voice grew sharper, each word laced with

venom. “WRONG. If that's what you thought, you're even more foolish than | imagined.”

Lily’s laughter rang out, cold and unhinged. “Who do you think | am? I'm Stella! The great Stella!” she declared,

her voice echoing across the empty expanse. “You and Lucas thought you could escape me? That I'd just let you

go?”

Her

eyes burned with fury, her grip on the gun tightening. “Listen carefully, little sister. Lucas belongs to me. And no

matter where you run, no matter where you hide, neither of you will ever escape my grasp. NEVER!"

She threw her head back and laughed maniacally, the sound carrying through the still night as Rose stood

frozen, paralyzed by fear.

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