Chapter 1199

Once Albert had left, Xenia no longer acted as submissive as she did before. She coldly looked up and said, "Is that so? Then, why did you have someone invite me here? What are you afraid of?" Suddenly, Hylda's face darkened. "You're still young. Why are you engaging in such disgraceful affairs?" "Didn't you do the same when you were younger, Mrs. Jewell? No matter how hard I try, I can never reach Mr. Jewell's social status. So, why would I stop when there's a shortcut for me to get to the top?" Xenia smirked. Hylda was livid upon hearing that. "Do you think Albert will marry you? Dream on! He just wants the child that's growing inside you. He wouldn't even spare a glance at you once the child is born." Xenia lowered her gaze and smiled. When Hylda saw that expression, she felt a mixture of fear and disgust. It reminded her too much of Rainee, which evoked memories of her dark past and unspeakable actions. "Looks like the child is my biggest bargaining chip," Xenia glanced at Hyl