Taming My Glamorous Ex-Wife

Chapter 12: Banned

‘Friendship? How ironic! Indeed, she has the face of an iron fist. Thick just like how it is.’ Lissie thought. Her grip on her bag tightened, resisting herself on bursting out and making a scene. Well, it's not her cup of tea. For her, Lissie would rather tease her enemy. Well, indeed you can't buy a class using money.

Twisting her hands, Lissie stroked her hair using her fingers before speaking. “I don't know where the f**k did you find the guts to talk about friendship now. For your information, it sailed a few years ago.” She sneered, skimming Andy's face. “What should I expect from someone like you though? Our family seems to be great at providing welfare for ungrateful members who are dishonest and betraying members.” Lissie affirmed, making Andy Moore clenched her fist.

A mocking smirk crept on her lips. Lissie made an exit, denying Andy a chance for rebuttal. She started the engine of her Ferrari, leaving Andy under the shadow of her limited edition Rolls Royce she probably bought using Colton's money. ‘Uh, the nerve!’ Lissie affirmed in her mind.

Andy realized the truth. Lissie was way different than who she was before. From a gentle and kind-hearted person, she transformed into a wicked, cold, and ballistic person.

Andy stomped her feet on the ground, unable to retort back. She can't accept that her rage remains deep within her, and that makes the root of her anger for Lissie. A vicious fuming fire reflected in her eyes as the flame of rage pierced through her heart.

****

Lissie headed straight to the police station right after she left the Supreme Court. She had no intention of relaxing, instead, her primary goal was to accomplish her task of finding out the real reason why her grandmother died. However, the news Colton got gave him an instant headache.

“What’s our next move, sir?” Homer inquired of his cold-hearted boss.

Colton sighed. “If Lissie wants answers, then we give it to her. We shall cooperate. After all, I'm not guilty of doing such things.” Colton replied flatly whilst skimming the papers in front of him.

Homer was a little puzzled at first but later on, he read between the lines and that means only one thing. Lissie won't stop unless she gets the answers she wants.

Colton drags out a couple of cigarettes from his pocket along with a lighter. He lit his cigarette up whilst thinking thoroughly.

He took a few more puffs and then Homer asserted. “The things happening right now aren't looking good for Miss Moore's backend. She's getting a lot of setbacks.” Homer affirmed pertaining to Andy.

“Uh-huh. I noticed that too,” Colton replied coldly.

Homer, whom he thought he already knew his boss, found his reaction somewhat puzzling.

The Northfolk City has been buzzed with constant chatters. Rumors in between Lissie Jones and Andy Moore scattered around the area. Articles, news, and posts were comparing the two at the exposition’s aftermath. The city was determined to find out who's on top and who's second.

Regardless, Colton should be the first one to amend the raging fire for his fiancé but he's not doing enough effort to excavate the ceaseless fire between two ladies, tainting Andy's reputation even more.

****

“Don't worry ma'am, we will do our best. Our chief will contact you once we already find a lead,” Inspector Mirabelles told her.

A small smile crept in her lips then said, “Thank you. I'll wait for it.”

She comes out of the police station with Louis missing on her side. Her heart feels lighter than usual.

Out of nowhere, Lissie was astounded as a person suddenly grabbed her hand, entangling her arms onto her wrist. With a surprise, Lissie's eyes widened to see a familiar face she hadn't seen for a little while now.

“It’s really you, Lissie boo!” The familiar voice exclaimed.

Seeing the source of the voice, she winced seeing it was Calliope Vistagra— Colton's younger sister! “Callie…” she affirmed, still in awe.

The woman made Lissie eased. Her eyes glimmered in warmth before flashing a small smile in her face. It has been a while since the last time Lissie saw her. Now, Callie is fully grown up!

“What are you doing here, Callie?” Her voice filled my curiosity.

Her smile grew wide. “That’s because I heard you came back! I even went to Brook Canyon Residence and looked for you, thinking you'd be there with my brother.”

A shallow chuckle came out of Lissie's lips then she solemnly took off her hands on her arms. “Ain't no way that's going to happen.” She affirmed, shaking her head.

Callie's forehead creased. “Why not?”

Instead of answering Callie's question, another question from Lissie shot back. “Anyway, why did you come to Brook Canyon Residence?”

“I did, and it's because I'm looking for you. Also, Ember told me you'd left already that's why I came out seeking for my sister-in-law!” She exclaimed, as if she's unaware of everything that's happening. “C'mon, we should head back. Grandpa is looking for you. He missed you a lot, Lissie!”

The moment Callie said “Grandpa”, Lissie felt quiet. Her face turned pale as the bestowed word weighed down her, making Lissie unable to breath. Within the Vistagra family, Callie and grandpa Christian are the only people who remained a constant and defender of Lissie. They loved her for who she really was.

Feeling awkward, Lissie blinked twice as she was trying to pull herself out of Callie's tight grip. “I… I still have a lot of things to handle right now, Callie. I don't think I can join you right now.” She asserted worriedly.

Callie took a deep breath and said, “Is it because of Colton? You shouldn't worry about him, Lissie.” Callie assured her. “He hasn't been able to step foot at the mansion for years. Even if he appears, Colton will only receive an earful from him!” Callie affirmed before Lissie could say such things.

Her eyes widened. Colton was banned at their mansion for years and she wonders how it happened!

Stunned, Callie grabbed Lissie's hands and ushered her inside Callie's 4x4 truck.