Chapter 271
"My parents have always taught me that there are things a person can and cannot do. This world looks complicated, but it is also simple. All we need to do is mind our basic manners, especially when it comes to one's ethics, morals, and behaviors."
Olivia narrowed her eyes at Naomi, who indirectly called her an unethical and immoral person.
She underestimated Naomi, no doubt.
Naomi noticed the obvious change in Olivia's expression and continued, "My parents have never asked that I be exceptional, rich, or powerful. All they want for me is to be a humble person and not embarrass the family name.
"I've listened to my parents' teaching since I was a child. To behave, be a good person, and not hurt or slander others. To not bring unnecessary trouble for other people. To do what I'm supposed to do and have a clear conscience.
"Yet just minutes ago, you selfishly twisted the facts and slandered my name. You ruined my reputation and hurt me. I don't quite know how your parents brought you up, but I only know that my parents had told me to stick to my lane. If someone offends me, I shouldn't be afraid of them.
"I never came in between other people's relationships before. I don't accept your accusations and slander. I'll even say that your words had given everyone a misunderstanding. This is hurtful to me and my family. I'd like you to apologize to me in front of everyone," said Naomi level-headedly. She was like a blunt-speaking lawyer, calmly stating the harm Olivia caused her.
Silence enveloped the area as everyone looked at Naomi, stunned. They never thought that a quiet lady like her would stand up firmly to say such words, calmly and rationally.
They seemed to have misunderstood her.
Shaking, Charles clenched his fists as he looked at Naomi. Olivia dared to speak such things about her! He never thought that a woman could be so malicious to another person, ruining another person's reputation all for her own selfish gains.
Olivia was no doubt heartless.
Connor solemnly stared at Naomi. This was the first time he looked at another woman seriously other than Olivia.
He realized that she was different.
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be bullied when, in fact, she was not.
She was fearless and bold. She was determined and direct. She would stand up to her bullies, though calmly so. She always kept adevel head on her.
She sought no pity and could stand up for herself. She was an amicable character, but when provoked, she would stand up to defend herself and her family.
That explained why Scott liked her so much. Anyone would have fallen for her.
At that moment, Connor looked at Charles. He saw the worry and love and all the feelings in Charles' reddened eyes and smiled.
Everyone had good judgment of people, except him. His judgment of people was problematic.
Olivia's expression fluctuated from being appalled to being furious. Needless to say, the shifts were amusing.
Connor said nothing, again treating it as if he had nothing to do with it. At that moment, no matter what, he was not going to help her. One had to pay the price for what one had done. Olivia was the same.
Olivia frowned at Naomi. Her gaze was gleaming with rage.
How dare Naomi question her and demand her to apologize?
Olivia's face flushed red with rage. Her gaze was horrifying, and she looked like she was about to act out in murderous rage.Please check at N/ôvel(D)rama.Org.
However, Naomi was not afraid at all. She did not care one bit. Olivia's reaction would not daunt her one bit.