Chapter 144

The classmate who asked that question had a grim expression. He had hoped to use the topic to attack Bethany further, but her marital status effectively made it impossible. A flicker of disappointment crossed Mark's eyes. "Congratulations, Bethany." "Mark looks heartbroken," someone teased. Mark turned red from embarrassment and anger. "Don't talk nonsense!" One of Ella's friends, who knew exactly how Bethany and Ella were related, feigned curiosity and asked, "So, Bethany, what does your husband do? Is he one of your colleagues at the hotel?" Bethany and Holly were already preparing to leave, so Bethany didn't bother maintaining the charade of politeness. "I didn't realize you were so interested in my husband, but I'm afraid I'm not going to answer that." Bethany's sudden firmness surprised everyone. Amelia smiled in satisfaction. It seemed Bethany had truly grown up. She had grown a backbone and was no longer the submissive young woman she once was. Bethany said to Amelia, "M