Bella's POV
Rowena's soft smile didn't fool me as she crossed her hands over her stomach, her words dripping with venom. "Your daughter really is something else. She didn't agree to an annulment—instead, she wants to break off the engagement."
Both Genevieve and Ivy stared at her, shock written across their faces.
They exchanged startled looks, and Genevieve quickly pressed, "How could she want to break off the engagement?"
"She's your daughter. Why ask me? You should be asking her," Rowena shot back, her voice turning razor-sharp.
I watched from across the room as Ivy's face tightened with worry. She tugged at Genevieve's sleeve, distress rolling off her in waves.
Genevieve patted her hand, offering comfort. "Don't worry."
