The Best Revenge It Wasn't Even Your Child novel Chapter 551

Adelina’s heart jumped to her throat, her chest tight, every breath rapid and shallow as she fixed her gaze on Harrell.

“When Adelina saved Lance all those years ago, her injuries were severe,” Harrell spoke, each word measured and unmistakable. “The consequences were permanent—she’ll never be able to have children. There’s no hope of recovery…”

He wasn’t done before Adelina broke in, desperate. “That’s a lie! Harrell, you’re doing this on purpose! There’s nothing wrong with me—”

“I’m sorry, Adelina,” Harrell replied, unflinching. “Maybe you’ve got some dirt on me, but Lance is my closest friend. I won’t lie to him, and I can’t just stand by while you try to guilt him into taking responsibility.”

His words exploded through the room like a bolt of lightning. Belinda’s face flushed with rage, her hands trembling as she shot to her feet. Without warning, she backhanded Adelina hard across the face.

“Again and again you play these games, trying to rope Harrell into your lies? Adelina, how many times have I warned you? You’re no better than your mother! You’ll never set foot in this family again!”

That slap shattered whatever patience or tenderness Belinda might have had left for Adelina. For over twenty years, she had treated the girl like her own—only to be repaid with this betrayal.

Adelina clutched her burning cheek, tears streaming down her face. “Belinda, it’s not true! Harrell’s the one lying! There’s nothing wrong with me. He’s in love with Lance—he wants him all to himself—”

Another sharp slap cracked through the air, cutting her off.

“Enough of this filth!” Belinda spat. “If you dare spread rumors that tarnish Lance’s name, I’ll make sure your family pays dearly for it!”

The second slap was meant to silence her for good, but Adelina still darted a fearful glance at Harrell.

Harrell’s face didn’t flinch. “You don’t need to worry, Belinda. I’m seeing someone.”

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