Chapter 452

Beverly had been back for quite some time now. During this period, she had carefully observed Ronaldo's routines. He came home every day, but always late—likely tied up with business engagements. In the meantime, Beverly had considered reaching a temporary truce with him. She had even approached him with a smile, trying to win his favor. But Ronaldo had merely glanced at her with a detached expression, his mocking gaze seeming to say, 'There's no need to pretend in front of me.' At that moment, Beverly's face froze, her smile stiffening into an awkward mask. Fortunately, Ronaldo hadn't publicly humiliated her, so things could still be worse. After all, nothing now was as unbearable as the life she had endured abroad. If she had survived those days, what was this? Besides, she wouldn’t stay like this forever. She had finally realized that her past defeat at Ariana's hands was largely due to her own arrogance and foolishness. Back then, she had repeatedly provoked Ariana despite the glar