Chapter 148 Not Every Man
Falls For That Act
“What? Is there something you need?” Rachel’s icy tone made Tracy’s face stiffen.
But she quickly recovered and replaced it with a pitiful look.
“Rachel, I don’t mean any harm. I just ran into you at the hospital and thought I’d say hello.”
Rachel tossed her hair back, a smirk playing on her lips.
“Oh? And yet, you can’t tell that I don’t want to see you? Funny how every time I run into you, something bad
happens.”
Rachel’s words struck a nerve, making Tracy falter for a moment.
Tracy bit her lip, looking hurt. “Rachel, I know you don’t like me. You can say whatever you want, scold me if you must–but not in front of others. I… I have my pride too.”
Her voice was full of self–pity, but the act only made Rachel feel sick.
This time, though, Tracy’s little trick didn’t work.
Before Rachel could even respond, Andres cut in casually, “Don’t mind me. Go ahead and do whatever you
want.”
His message was clear–Rachel didn’t need to hold back.
Realizing her usual act wasn’t working, Tracy changed tactics. “Rachel, who’s this gentleman with you? I’ve never seen him before. Aside from Brian, this is the first time I’ve seen you so attentive to another man.”
Rachel smirked. “Oh? Unlike you, I don’t take every chance to flirt with men.”
“How could you say that?” Tracy’s eyes welled up with unshed tears, acting like a victim.
“Did I say something untrue?” Rachel countered. “Though, I suppose those little tricks of yours only work on
Brian.”
She wasn’t just making things up. She had her own principles. No matter how much she disliked someone, she never badmouthed them, unless they threatened her.
ith their feelings.
From what Rachel knew, Tracy had been involved with several men during college, play Even now at the company, she shamelessly flirted with male colleagues, not caring whet… they were already in relationships.
Rachel could never be that kind of person.
“Mr. Garrett, let’s go.”
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Rachel had just finished applying ointment to him when Tracy suddenly spoke up. “Rachel, if you’re mad
because I traveled abroad to see Brian, let me explain.”
“There’s no need to explain.”
Rachel could see right through Tracy. This wasn’t about clearing things up; it was just to get under her skin.
Tracy hesitated before speaking. “That day, I had something really important to do, and in a foreign country,
Brian was the only person I knew, so I…”
“You knew he was with me and still chose to ruins his plans. You thought that was the perfect solution?”
Rachel cut her off with a sharp sneer.
That shut Tracy up right away.
But then, with a forced sincerity, she said, “Rachel, I swear, I didn’t mean…” Before she could say another word, Rachel smirked and mimicked her tone, “Oh, let me guess, ‘I didn’t do it on purpose.‘ That’s exactly what you were about to say, right? But here’s the thing–I’m not Brian. I won’t buy into your little act. So, save it.”
Rachel had had enough. Without sparing Tracy another glance, she turned and walked away with Andres, leaving her standing there.
As they walked, Rachel let out a sigh and looked at Andres with sincerity. “I’m sorry you had to witness that.”
“No need to apologize. That was actually pretty entertaining. You handled it well. If I’m not wrong, that woman is your romantic rival, isn’t she?”
Rachel nodded in response.
There was no point in denying it–it was painfully obvious.
“Ms. Marsh, with all due respect, she does surpass you in some ways.”
That stung. Was she really that lacking? Even Andres thought she couldn’t compete with Tracy.
Rachel’s expression darkened, but she forced a smile anyway.
Andres quickly caught on to the misunderstanding and corrected himself. “What I meant was, when it comes to manipulation and playing the helpless victim, she’s got it down to an art.”
Rachel had to admit–he wasn’t wrong.
“Oh? Care to elaborate on that, Andres?” she asked, raising a brow.
Andres leaned back, crossing his legs as if analyzing a case. “I have to admit, about ninety percent of men would find her appealing.
The way she carries herself–so fragile, so in need of protection–triggers a man’s instinct to shield her. You can’t really blame your fiancé. Most men wouldn’t stand a chance against that.”
Rachel tilted her head slightly. “Actually, you’re quite right. So, if he likes her, it’s just a typical man’s mistake, right?”
She let out a dry laugh, though the thought made her stomach turn. She hated the idea of men brushing off their actions with flimsy excuses.
Chapter 148 Not Every Man Falls For That Act
To her surprise, Andres shook his head. “No, that’s not what I meant at all”
She blinked, caught off guard. She studied him, curious.
Andres spoke with conviction. “Not every man falls for that act. Smart, perceptive men won’t be fooled by her
helpless routine.”
“But…” Rachel hesitated, then met his gaze. “What if that kind of girl also happens to be my boyfriend’s first
love? What then?”
This time, even Andres had no answer.
After saying goodbye to Andres, Rachel pulled out her phone and dialed Yvonne. “Yvonne, can you come over? I need company.”
“Babe, I might be a little-”
Yvonne started, but Rachel suddenly broke down. “I broke up with him, and it hurts so much.”
“Oh, honey, say no more. I’m coming.”
Yvonne didn’t hesitate. She grabbed her purse and rushed toward the parking lot.
Just as she reached her car, Norton appeared. “Where’s the fire?”
“It’s an emergency. Don’t wait up–I’m not coming back tonight.”
“What kind of emergency is so urgent that you can’t even-”
Before he could add anything else, Yvonne was already gone.
As she drove, her phone lit up with a message. It was Rachel’s location. She didn’t waste a second and headed straight over.
When she arrived at a club’s private room, she spotted Rachel on stage, singing.
Yvonne had expected her to pick somber, emotional songs, but to her surprise, Rachel was belting out upbeat, energetic tracks.
Gripping the microphone tightly, she sang with everything she had.
By the time she finished, her voice was raw, barely more than a whisper.
Yvonne had to pull her away. “Rachel, that’s enough. Keep this up, and you won’t have a voice left.”
“Fine, then take me to a movie.”
