Chapter 30

Chloe and Eva went from being high-society ladies to scandalized messes overnight. The photos of them tangled up with Peter were a bit blurry, but anyone who knew them could still tell it was them with just one glance. "This..." Vanessa looked at the headline, surprised. "That article... was your doing?" Just yesterday, Leander had said he'd teach those two women a lesson for her. Leander casually wrapped an arm around her waist and effortlessly pulled her onto his lap, smiling as he asked, "So? Like the gift?" Punishing Chloe and Eva as a present-of course she liked it. After all, getting revenge on those who had schemed against her was her main goal in this second shot at life. As long as they were miserable, she was happy. "I love it," Vanessa's eyes lit up as she turned to look at this man who always handled things like it was no big deal, yet clearly cared deeply about her. For the first time, she felt truly cherished. "Thanks." She blushed, leaned in, and gave Leander a quick kis