Mysterious Woman is So Gentle by Mila Chan
Mysterious Woman Is So Gentle By Mila Chan Chapter 14

Chapter 14

Arielle watched Cindy bring Shandie upstairs with unsympathetic eyes.In fact, there was a

solemn look in them.

It seems like the slap from Cindy is worth it. However, this will be thelast time Cindy will be allowed to hit me.

Once Shandie was gone, Henrick walked toward Arielle and said,“Sannie. I remember you

used to be called Sannie, right?”

Arielle nodded. Her nickname had sounded like Shandie’s name, so shedid not like it much

anymore.

“What about this, Sannie?”

Henrick sighed before pursing his lips. Then, he said, “I've spoiledShandie. It's partially my fault that she has done such a horrible thing.We should've called the cops, but she’s still your younger sister, andwe're a family. Moreover, you're fine, and she has reaped what shesowed.

Let's forget about this, all right? However, Ill still punish her andcompensate you. Is that okay?”

Arielle balled her hands into fists under the sleeves of her pajamas.What do you mean by “you're fine?"

If I was really bitten by the snake, Shandie would have made sure noone knows about it.

By the time the sun rises, my body would have gone cold. Yet, you'reasking me to pretend as if nothing has happened? You're onlygrounding her for a month?

At that very moment, Arielle knew what kind of person Henrick was.As long as it was nothing threatening to him, he would not easilyabandon Shandie. After all, the more daughters he had, the morechances for him to cling to a wealthier

family.

Henrick was a man who would do anything to get what he wanted.Arielle could not wrap her head around why her mother had fallen inlove with someone

like him.

Arielle was thoroughly disappointed. It did not matter to her thatHenrick was her

biological father anymore.

However, she showed none of that on her face. Instead, she plastered asweet smile on her face and nodded. “I can't decide, so, Dad, I'll justheed your words. Shandie’s still young, so I won't blame her foranything. I'll pretend nothing happened, and I'll still be a good sister toher. 1 just hope Shandie won“t mind too.”

“Don't worry. I'll ask her to forget about this as well. No one willmention this anymore. I'm

sure the two of you will be able to get along fine.”

"Of course.” Arielle smiled, her dimples emerging on both sides of herface.

Anyone who looked at her would assume that she was innocent andsensible. Henrick sighed in relief, feeling glad about the situation. Notonly was this daughter of his pretty and forgiving, but she was alsoobedient. She’s much more obedient than I thought she would be.That's good. She'll be easy to control. “It's getting late. I'm sure youmust have been shocked today too. Rest earlier. Tell me what

you need, and I'll do my best to fulfill your requests.” Henrick was in agood mood. For once, the

miser was not stingy, for he handed Arielle another card.

“There's one million in this. In total, you'll have two million, includingthe other million I've

given to you earlier. You can spend it on anything you like. Once you'vespent it all, you can come and ask for more. You shouldn't live as youused to in the village. You've got to act like the daughter of theSouthalls. I'll ask Alfred to bring you to shop for clothes tomorrow.”“Thank you, Dad! You're the best!” Ego stroked, the upset fromShandie’s incident dissipated from Henrick’s mind. He then

hummed a tune as he went upstairs.

The moment Arielle returned to her room, the sweet smile on her facedisappeared. Even if Shandie’s stupid, she has Cindy watching out forher. On the other hand, I have no

one.

I only have myself. Balling her fists, Arielle slumped onto the bed,staring at the ceiling with lifeless eyes.

Maybe there's nothing bad with being alone. Moreover, it's not that I'malone. Dad and Mom overseas are very nice to me. And my

brother, too. He's dependent on me.

He must miss me a lot while I'm gone.

To make sure they were not involved in the mess, Arielle had totemporarily cut ties with

them.

Yet, when she thought about her brother, the corners of her lips curledupward.

Right then, her phone rang. When she picked up the call, she realized itwas from a friend from Moranta. “Sannie, how are you?” the otherperson on the line had an accent.

“I'm quite fine, Vance. To be honest, I'm back at my old family home inthe country.

Although I've encountered some minor matters, it's been resolved now.Why are you calling, by

the way?”

Arielle was speaking in fluent Ustranasion, as if she was born and raisedoverseas.

Sounding a little embarrassed, the other person continued, “You knowI've been working on

an island project, but the ending part of the project costs a lot, and I'mhaving issues with the

funds. I was wondering if you could lend me some money, or perhapsinvest into my project.”

Arielle answered, “I'm quite interested in your island project. Whatabout this? How much

do you need? I'd be happy to join you.”

“That's great. We'd be even better with you joining us. I'll be needing abillion. Are you all right with that?”

“No problem,” came Arielle’s swift response. Upon ending the call,Arielle contacted her overseas personal financial advisor. She then usedher computer to transfer a billion into Vance’s account before askingher

lawyer to sign the contract for the investment.

When she was done, she then glanced at the two cards Henrick hadgiven to her and barked out a laugh. The next thing she did was deletethe history of the transactions on the computer.

On the other end.

After Cindy brought Shandie back to her room, she finally cursed at herout loud. "You idiot! How many times have I told you not to doanything rash before figuring out

Arielle completely? Why won't you ever listen to me?”.

As tears streamed down Shandie’s face, she sobbed out, “I-I didn'tthink things would turn

out this way. But, Mom, you have to believe in me. Arielle must havebeen the one to let the

snake bite me! I've clearly asked Janet to let the snake into her room.”“I know!” Cindy gritted out. At the harsh tone, Shandie froze. Then, shemuttered, confused, “Why aren't you helping me

explain the situation if you know the truth? Arielle’s a wicked person.”Cindy sighed. “I've taught you so many things, but until now, youhaven't been able to read

the room. Your father clearly trusts her now. Moreover, you were theone to put the snake into her room first. How are you going to explainthat? Nothing you say will help you; you'll only

make your father even angrier.”

“Then what do I do? I can't be slandered in this way! Have you seenhow the housekeepers look at me? Everyone in the manor thinks Ideserved this."

At that, Cindy was silent for a moment. “It seems like Arielle is muchmore complex and

difficult to figure out than I thought. I'll try my best to replace out herhistory. Before that, you'll

have to get along with her. Even if it's tough, you have to do it well.Pretend to admit to your

mistakes and live in harmony with her for now. That way, your fatherwill be happy. You know

he hates family conflicts and disobedient people.”

“But... I've been grounded. I can't go out.”

“Silly girl, have you forgotten about how you're going to get yourcertificate in a week's time? Be patient for a week. Once you become astar at the ceremony, everyone will forget about

this matter.”

“All right. I'll work hard with practicing this week. I'll definitely stuneveryone at the

ceremony.”

“I'm glad you can think this way.” In a blink of an eye, five days went by.