Chapter 48

A fleshy palm whipped toward her face with force, which made Olivia raise an eyebrow. Fortunately, Diana was heavyset and slow. Otherwise, Olivia wasn't sure she couldn't have dodged in time. She was just about to lift her hand to block when a faint scent of cedarwood brushed her nose. Hushed gasps rippled through the crowd. Charlotte's gaze locked on Jasper, unable to tear away. How could someone be this perfect? He was handsome, wealthy, and on top of that, so protective. Why did a man like that have to be Olivia's husband, her cousin-in-law? Hatred churned in Charlotte's chest as her eyes shifted to the stunned Olivia. The jealousy only deepened. That bitch! She always played the weak, innocent act when she was in front of Jasper! Jasper flung Diana's hand aside and shot her a cold look. The rage burning inside Diana was doused instantly. She felt as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over her head. That single glance froze her in place, pinning her there like a sharp a