Chapter 238 Elise was the ideal refined lady .

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She was exactly the type Belinda favored .
This was good news for Ariana .
She wouldnt have to deal with Brian constantly watching her anymore .
Brian didnt miss the look of delight on Arianas face .
Seeing this , a surge of anger flared in his chest .
Was she really that eager for him to meet another woman ? Belinda continued , Originally , I had high hopes for you two , but these few months of interaction prove youre just not compatible .
Brian needs someone who can manage household affairs for him .
Ms.
Torrey , you have your own aspirations , so theres no point trying to force you to stay together .
It was obvious that Belinda blamed Ariana for failing as a fiancée .
Ariana nodded , not bothering to argue .
Belinda wanted Brian to have a wife who was both stunning to show off in public and dependable at home .
Ariana remembered how she used to cook and clean for Brian , putting his needs above everything .
She felt foolish just thinking about it .
Why did she have to lower herself like that ? Why did she neglect her own studies just to please a man ? It felt like all those years of education had been for nothing .
In this new life , Ariana had refused to take on that role from the very beginning .
Belinda mistook Arianas silence for submission , completely oblivious to what Ariana was truly thinking .
Her eyes even carried a hint of disdain .
Ariana knew Belinda was probably thinking shed lost a fortune by missing the chance to marry Brian .
However , Ariana was thinking that if Brian and one billion dollars were placed side by side , she would take the money without hesitation .
In her eyes , Brian meant nothing Alright , Ive said what I needed to say .
Ms.
Torrey , dont take it too personally .
There are plenty of good men here in Gleaston .
Even though your father has passed , Im still willing to help you find a decent partner someday .
Theres no need , Madam Mackle .
I dont intend to marry anytime soon .
Even if she did want to marry , she certainly wouldnt rely on Belinda to help her find a husband .
Belinda had brought it up merely out of politeness , so she just nodded .
Standing up , she said , Its getting late .
Ill be going.
With that , two maids waiting outside stepped forward to support Belinda as she walked out .
Ariana finally felt herself relax when Belinda was gone .
You cant wait for me to call off our engagement , can you ? Brians icy voice suddenly came from behind her .
She turned to see him glaring at her with fury in his eyes .
need to keep asking .
Mr.
Lodge , havent I made it clear enough how much I want that ? Theres r She had told him more than once she intended to break it off , but he never believed her .
His face darkened even more .
He asked coldly , Is it because of William ? Or Victor ? Chapter 238 # 25 BONUS Hearing this , Ariana was stunned .
What ? Brian stepped closer , his gaze turning even colder .
Grabbing her arm , he asked , Is it William or Victor youve latched onto ? Or are you planning to string them both along ?