His Bad Girl

In recent years, the disputes among the wealthy families in B city have been too numerous to count, as many as the fish crossing the river. Yet the most talked-about are the Astor and Galler families. Three years ago, Hemlock Astor, the eldest son of the Astor family, was left in a vegetative state after an accident. Recent investigations revealed that his condition was caused by his stepmother's infidelity. Astor has reached middle age with a lackluster appearance, feigning a peaceful facade. No one dares to speak frankly, yet jokes about him are inevitable behind closed doors. As for the Galler family, their story is even more mysterious. As is widely known, all the elite ladies in B city share a common enemy—the Galler family's heiress, Calista Galler. If anyone were to describe Calista as unappealing, socialites could write a book about her. Calista Galler is spoiled, condescending, self-willed, and utterly arrogant. Other high-society women are full of petty conflicts—secretly gossiping and sabotaging others. But Calista Galler has always been different. If anyone dares to provoke her or spread rumors about her, Miss Galler will respond with a straight punch, leaving everyone in a mess. What's infuriating is that everyone's too concerned about their image to actually take the time to argue with her! The most infuriating thing is that Calista Galler is so stunningly beautiful that everyone fears she'll steal their boyfriends. Once, a young woman was so furious with Calista Galler that when she saw her boyfriend staring at her in awe, she turned pale on the spot. Thus, even if they didn't get along, all the socialites treated the young lady uniformly, regarding her as their archenemy. She's not wealthy, not beautiful, and certainly not the kind to emulate her explosive demeanor. Such a troublemaker would make the heiresses wish she'd have an accident. Three years ago, their hopes came true. The eldest daughter of the Galler family was shot and brought back, and has been missing ever since. Some speculate that Calista Galler has long since passed away. Some speculate she might have become a vegetative state, much like Hemlock Astor. Some speculate that Calista Galler is unharmed and has settled abroad. Speculation varied, as no one had ever seen her. When asked about her younger brother Bruce Galler, he simply turned his glass in silence, remaining silent. If you ask again, you will get a beating. Gradually, people forgot this peerless beauty, and few ever spoke of her again. The psychological scars of the wealthy women faded as they lost their shared archenemy. Now they secretly vied with each other—whose seasonal outfits were more stylish, whose boyfriends were more charming, and whose social blunder was more embarrassing. Just three months ago, the Galler family experienced a remarkable event: they successfully reunited with their long-lost illegitimate daughter, the second Miss Galler! The crowd's nerves were instantly triggered, and Calista Galler's domineering yet stunning face involuntarily surfaced in their minds. The commotion was complete—everyone stopped arguing and scrambled to gather news about the second young lady, fearing the Galler family might have a second Calista Galler. Daphne Galler, the second daughter of the Galler family, is a woman entangled in a scandalous affair with the late Galler CEO. When the Gallery's chairman, the old man, found his daughter, she was destitute and scarred. The truth about these events, a mix of fact and fiction, had only circulated within the circle, with no one able to clarify it. It was rumored that the second daughter was timid, so Old Galler kept her identity confidential to protect her. It wasn't until last night, when the Galler family hosted a welcome banquet for her, that everyone finally saw the young lady. The second young lady had a delicate and charming appearance, with eyes that were tender and pitiable, and she would shyly smile at everyone she met. During the banquet, a servant accidentally bumped into her. Instead of scolding him, the Second Miss gently comforted him. If it were the notorious witch Calista Galler, the chaos would have erupted long ago. The only aspect worthy of criticism is the background of this second daughter. However, in the high society, some matters are openly discussed while others remain concealed—after all, which family is free from scandals? To criticize this second daughter would be inappropriate, as it would be impossible to do so in public. So no matter what whispers there were behind closed doors, the Second Miss's reputation was unquestionably outstanding! The second daughter of the Galler family, known for her cheerful disposition, dignified kindness, and gentle charm, quickly became a sensation in B city's high society circles. The city lights are just coming on, and a light rain falls on the April night. The girl struggled to lift the solid wood basin, and the servant quickly said, "Second Miss, let us help." She smiled and shook her head, saying, "It's fine, I can do it. Besides, you don't know how to massage, so I'll be better off doing it." The girl looked up and saw Daphne Galler in her current form. At twenty-one, she possessed a delicate beauty, her sparkling eyes adding a touch of charm to her appearance. Daphne Galler, holding a wooden basin, knocked on the door of Old Man Galler's room. “ come in ” "Grandpa, we need treatment." Hearing this, Old Galler set down the book and said, "Thank you, Daphne, for your hard work." “ not hard ” Daphne Galler bent down, gently placing the elderly man's legs into the wooden basin. The herbal infusion reached his knees, and Daphne Galler began massaging each inch of his body with meticulous care. Byron, the butler standing nearby, chuckled, "You're in luck, master! The second young lady is so capable, sensible, and filial—she even makes me, old Byron, envious." Daphne Galler pursed her lips and smiled, looking a bit embarrassed. Galler said, "Daphne is truly sensible. I don't expect anything else. If Bruce that jerk could be half as well-behaved as her, I'd be relieved." "The young master has made progress recently, so you need not worry too much." Daphne Galler listened intently while massaging the elderly man. The elderly Mr.Galler had mobility issues, and the pain became unbearable during rainy days. Daphne Galler, a medical graduate, volunteered to administer medicated baths for the elderly patient's leg. Initially, the elderly patient (Mr.Galler) refused, but upon witnessing her persistent insistence, he realized that the young woman had been summoned precisely for this reason. Unable to turn down her request, he consented to proceed. Whether it worked or not, Daphne Galler's heartfelt gesture was felt by the whole family. "Grandpa, well, you go to bed early, and I'll go." "Thank you." Daphne Galler was spared the task of pouring the water, as the servant promptly came to dispose of it. When Daphne Galler went to wash her hands, the smile in her eyes faded, and she frowned. After washing her hands over a dozen times, she finally suppressed the nausea and returned to the room. Daphne Galler let out a sigh of relief as she gazed at the opulent room. The three months felt like a dream, and she still has a sense of unreality. After hiring assassins to kill Calista, Daphne Galler spent three years in hiding. Meanwhile, Aidan—the man who had driven her to madness and was Calista's ex-boyfriend—had been hunting her down for the same period. Those three years were a living hell for Daphne, and her adoptive mother had recently succumbed to illness. But who would have thought that this peasant woman's body was actually Calista Galler's sister—the second daughter of the Galler family! She lived the life of a wealthy heiress, with every aspect of her daily life—clothing, food, housing, and transportation—carefully arranged. Her once rough appearance was refined and delicate once more. Daphne Galler looked down at her hands. Some of the scars on his hands had long since crusted over and fallen off, yet even the best care for her weathered hands could not conceal the harshness of her past. Daphne Galler clenched her fists, feeling a bittersweet satisfaction after enduring hardships. Calista Galler had been dead for three years, and now she was the undisputed heiress of the Galler family. No matter how much pain Aidan endured, he had no evidence to prove her existence, nor could he bring the Gallers to kill her. Daphne Galler, of course, was well aware of the rumors circulating outside. How could Calista Galler possibly be alive? She had long since died! Now Calista Galler's grandfather is her own grandfather, and her younger brother is her own brother! The pampering and luxurious lifestyle she once enjoyed are now all hers. Daphne Galler has learned her lesson from her hardships and will never repeat her past mistakes. Lately, she's been at Galler's place—hasn’t she keep the business going well? Bruce Galler came home late at night, his shirt collar loosely undone. He snapped his fingers and said, 'Get something to eat.' The kitchen soon served up a fragrant bowl of clay pot soup. Bruce Galler stirred the mixture with a spoon: "Is this Daphne Galler's creation?" The servant hurriedly said, "Second Miss mentioned you might be hungry when you return tonight. She prepared food in advance, and the kitchen has been kept warm all along." In fact, this has been the case for months now. No matter how late Bruce Galler returns, everything is always ready. Initially, Bruce Galler harbored resentment toward the mistress's daughter, yet Daphne Galler never drew near him, even when calling him' brother' with caution. She showed meticulous care for his health and daily life. Bruce Galler once had only one twin sister, Calista Galler, who was proud and domineering, living like a little princess. The two never gave in to each other. This cheap girl who was brought back from outside has a completely different personality from Calista. Bruce Galler rubbed his brow. After all, people are made of flesh. Daphne Galler had been giving old Galler, his grandpa foot baths daily, so he couldn't keep rebutting her good intentions. He took a few bites and walked to the room. As Bruce Galler passed Calista's former room, he paused. The true heiress had passed away three years ago. Her capriciousness, her detestable nature, and even her beauty and charm were gradually forgotten by people. Another girl has come into the family. If she were here, would she throw a tantrum or accept this blood-related sister? After a long silence, he finally pulled his hair back and walked into the room with a lazy, nonchalant air. Early the next morning, Bruce Galler got ready and went downstairs for breakfast. Both the elderly Mr.Galler and Daphne Galler are seated at the table, with Daphne Galler conversing with him. Bruce Galler slumped into the chair, legs crossed, and gulped down a few bites of food. The old man reminded him: "Sit properly, without slouching!" Bruce Galler sat down listlessly after dinner and drove to school. Daphne Galler caught up with him and mustered the courage to ask, 'Bruce, can I go to school with you?' Bruce Galler noticed her nervous expression and didn't refuse this time:' Get in.'