Chapter 334


    Chapter 334 Do You Not Trust Me?


    Chloe sneered contemptuously at the use of the word “again,” finding it utterly absurd. People


    always had a tendency to sympathize with the weaker party and treat them with kindness. This


    inclination became evident as the onlookers witnessed Ava’s pitiful state and directed their


    scolding toward Chloe.


    After all, they all were familiar with Calvin and had very little impression of Chloe despite finding


    her somewhat familiar. Mistakenly, they assumed Chloe to be a well–known celebrity.


    “I can’t believe someone so beautiful is capable of such violence.”


    “Looks can be deceiving. Many young girls put on a facade while behaving differently behind


    closed doors.”


    “Who invited her? She has quite the audacity to bully Mr. Calvin’s beloved goddaughter.”


    As thesements rolled in, Joseph’s eyes narrowed, his expression turning dark. He kept his


    gaze fixed on Chloe, waiting for her to beg him for help. However, Chloe paid him no attention.


    Unflinchingly, she maintained herposure, gently biting her rosy lips with her pearly white teeth.


    Despite her slightly disheveled hair and red eyes, she disyed no signs of distress.


    Instead, she evoked pity and sympathy.


    Then, with a deliberate motion, she slowly lifted her gaze, tears streaming down her face like glistening


    pearls. Choking on her words, she sobbed, “I didn’t hit her. I was merely defending myself. I only


    wanted to use the restroom. I have no idea what I did to provoke Mr. Calvin’s daughter. She


    approached me and began berating me.


    “I didn’t say anything because I know she’s Mr. Calvin’s daughter. I wanted to leave, but she


    relentlessly grabbed my hair. She even expressed her intent to make me theughingstock in front of


    everyone. I had no choice but to defend myself. The rest of the situation is already known to everyone.


    I couldn’t foolishly allow myself to be beaten without putting up a fight.


    “If anyone doubts my words, you can check the surveince footage in the hallway.‘


    As she spoke, tears continued to cascade down her cheeks.


    Ava was well–versed in the art of feigning vulnerability, often shedding tears to appear pitiable,


    but Chloe was just equally as skilled.


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    A faint, cool smile yed upon Joseph’s thin lips as he watched her. With her exceptional acting


    skills, she skillfully manipted the situation to her favor, turning the tide of public opinion.


    Chloe sinctly expressed her thoughts with logical rity, providing a concise summary of the


    whole incident. This prompted many individuals to swiftly grasp the situation at hand.


    The act of ruining one’s appearance was often employed bywful wives when confronting home


    wreckers. In their eyes, homewreckers used their allure to captivate and lead their husbands


    astray. Consequently, the initial course of action would involve hair pulling and face scratching–a


    manifestation of their jealousy.


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    In truth, everyone there perceived Chloe to be more attractive than Ava, and Chloe’s exnation


    shifted the onlookers‘ perception of Ava. However, no one wished to offend Calvin, so they feigned


    ignorance and found reasons to depart..


    As the crowd dispersed, Chloe was left alone, making her feel cold and deserted. Her eyshes


    trembled slightly, and her gaze settled upon Joseph. She pondered why he remained in ce.


    Was he going to assist her, or were her thoughts merely wishful thinking?


    Calvin’s anger surged, and he did not care about the details. Even if it was Ava who had provoked


    Chloe first, Chloe deserved whatever she got. After all, Ava had already suffered enough.


    grievances.


    “Go ahead, don’t hold back. Throw at her exactly what she gave you. I have your back,” Calvin said.


    A glimmer of determination flickered in Ava’s eyes, yet she cast a cautious nce toward Joseph.


    “Can I really do that?” she asked.


    “Yes, go ahead and do it,” Calvin said confidently.


    Today, the Sullivans were the host, and Calvin’s connection with them surpassed that of Joseph.


    Besides, he had heard the news that Joseph and his wife were now divorced. Even if Joseph


    wanted to intervene, he had no authority to do so.


    Ava felt a sense of relief, and a sinister smile crept across her face as she advanced step by step.


    Chloe’s heart skipped a beat, and a chilling sensation coursed down her spine. She could not


    believe that Calvin would allow Ava to act this way in such a situation.


    The memories of her confinement flooded Chloe’s mind, causing her blood to turn cold Anxiously.


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    In a decisive moment, she threw herself into Joseph’s embrace. Temporarily setting aside her pride,


    she pleaded pitifully, “Ava wants to hurt me. If you don’t help me, I’ll tell Grandpa!”


    It had been a while since they had any physical contact, and the tender and fragrant sensation


    overwhelmed Joseph, causing a hitch in his breath. His gaze grew slightly deeper, a look that Chloe


    failed toprehend. She thought he was unwilling to help her, so she held onto him even


    tighter.


    Observing the fear that flickered across her face, Joseph’s heart ached. Her cunning demeanor


    was merely a facade to conceal her helplessness.


    “This isn’t Aesper, nor is it Docwood. Are you sure you want to step in?” Calvin asked.


    Joseph shielded Chloe behind him, casually rotating his wrist while wearing a mischievous


    smile. “It’s been a while since Ist hit a woman.”


    Ava’s body trembled, and Calvin’s expression turned grim. Despite Calvin’s military background and


    consistent physical training, he could not match Joseph’sbat skills.


    “I have over ten bodyguards with me, while you’re all alone. I’ll give you onest chance to choose. The


    Whitman family holds a prestigious position, and it wouldn’t bode well if this matter bes


    a spectacle,” Calvin dered.


    This ce provided the utmost privacy and security, so there was no need to worry about any


    information leaking to the outside world. Moreover, Calvin just wanted to teach Chloe a lesson. He


    was not going to escte the situation.


    Chloe lightly tugged at Joseph’s shirt, whispering softly, “Why don’t I apologize to them? It


    wouldn’t be worth it if you end up getting hurt.”


    “Do you not trust me?” He spoke with a sidelong nce, his warm and moist breath lightly


    brushing against her earlobe, sending a tingling sensation down her spine.