Chapter 212

Rosalie felt that Helena’s lively and energetic demeanor made her seem more intellectually challenged than someone dealing with heart issues. It was unwise for Helena to confront Rosalie so openly. Rosalie wouldn't tolerate Helena's provocation.

So, turning her head, Rosalie sneered and asked, “Why keep bringing up my divorce? Are you trying to add insult to injury?”

Helena’s smile faded, surprised by Rosalie’s directness. Meeting Rosalie’s half-smiling gaze, she instinctively gripped her clothes tighter, remembering the fear Rosalie’s sharp words had once invoked. Helena was fully aware of the threat underlying Rosalie’s pitiful smile. She said, “I didn’t mean it. I was just too excited and let my words slip. I didn’t mean to mock you.”

The instinct deeply ingrained in Helena’s mind drove her to distance herself from Rosalie. With a stiff…

“Really? I see,” said Rosalie.

Rosalie gave a slight nod, then added, “If you make a mistake, you should face consequences to learn from it. What do you think?”

Claudia was genuinely terrified of Rosalie. Recalling Helena’s heart attack, triggered by Rosalie’s behavior, Claudia gritted her teeth in anger. Claudia quickly stepped forward to shield Helena and said, “Rosalie, Helena was just too excited to spend Christmas with you. It’s my fault for not teaching her better. Please forgive her for my sake, as your mother, okay?”