Chapter 39 On that day , Alaric finished his breakfast while looking displeased . The maids couldn't see his face because he had his back toward them . They merely assumed the two had made up based on their intimate interactions . 78 % In the following days , Victoria didn't have to enter the company as she requested annual leave . She took the time to accompany Griselda every day in the nursing home . Griselda's mood was obviously elevated after a few days , Simultaneously , Victoria felt calm and reassured over this short period . Things seemed to go according to her plan . Before she knew it , three to four days passed in the blink of an eye . 1/10 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors Sometimes , when she was left alone , she would caress her belly . 78 % 2/10 To be frank , her mentality had undergone changes . When Victoria first found out that she was pregnant , she was still quite confused about what to do with the child , but as time passed , she gradually felt connected to the child in her belly as if they shared the same body and heart . Thus , her love for the child grew . Many times , she would even tell the baby secrets that she couldn't tell others . This further brought Victoria closer to her child . At first , things were going as expected . Victoria thought she could accompany Griselda peacefully until the day of her operation , but as soon as her annual leave was used up and she was about to return to the company for work , Claudia called her once again 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors and asked to meet her . Since the previous incident , she had been hesitant to meet Claudia because she knew what the latter was up to . At that thought , she rejected Claudia without hesitation . 378 % " Miss Johnson , I understand why you'd like to see me , but I've made my decision . I'm not going to change my mind no matter what , so we don't need to meet again ." Perhaps she had spoken too bluntly as Claudia went silent for a second before asking , " Are you sure nothing can change your mind ? " " Yes . " " Victoria . " Claudia's voice suddenly softened . " I remember that you owe me a favor , don't you ? " 3/10 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors Victoria's gaze instantly turned cold in response . Claudia continued , " What if I ask you to do me a favor now ? Will you still reject me ? " Victoria bit her lower lip hard , her lashes trembling . " You don't need to answer me in a hurry . Perhaps , we can meet up first ." 78 % After hanging up the phone , Victoria stood on the spot as her mind went blank . It was not that she didn't think about repaying Claudia her favor , but she intended to do it in another way . 4/10 As long as she needed help , Victoria was even willing to sacrifice her life for her . However , she never thought Claudia would use that as a condition during this time . 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors ཎྛ $ 378 % u 5/10 At a quiet cafe on Rodeo Street , Victoria noticed the ' closed ' sign in front of the door of the cafe as she was about to enter . Just then , her phone rang . " Victoria , push the door and come in . My friend owns this cafe . They aren't open for business yet . " Victoria hung up the phone blankly before pushing open the door . As soon as she entered , she noticed Claudia waiting for her in the corner . Claudia waved at her to indicate her seat . Victoria walked over with steady steps and stopped in front of Claudia . There was a man with a scar sitting next to Claudia . The man looked 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors 78 % fierce , but when he saw her coming , he stood up straight away and spoke in a gentle voice . 6/10 " Hello , beautiful . You must be Claudia's friend . Would you like to have a drink ? " The man looked at Victoria with a hint of surprise in his eyes . Without much thought , Victoria replied , " No , thanks . " The man was taken aback by her refusal , but Claudia chimed in , " Carlo , give her a cup of warm milk . " Carlo Jabba nodded neatly . " Sure . I'll get it and leave you guys to do the talking . " Before leaving , Carlo couldn't help taking another glance at Victoria . Claudia caught all his subtle actions , and once he left , she smiled at 11:04 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors Victoria . " Come over and take a seat . " Victoria glanced at her and took the seat opposite her . 078 % Claudia judged her outfit as she uttered softly , " Carlo is a friend I met abroad . He's an open - minded and honest guy . After returning to the country , he opened this cafe . Even though he isn't very ambitious , he earns enough to get by . He's into serious relationships and treats his girlfriend gently . " She then paused for a while before saying tentatively , " If you have nowhere to go after divorcing Al , you can consider him . " Victoria was speechless as she heard that . She suddenly raised her head and blurted , " Miss Johnson , even though I owe you a favor , did I give you the right to decide for my marriage ? " 7/10 Claudia was stunned by her response before she chuckled . " Of course not . Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors Don't get me wrong , Victoria . I'm not trying to decide your marriage . I just think my friend here is a great person . " " Is that so ? Then why don't you consider him ? " Victoria snapped . Claudia's smile faded . Since when were they so close to each other ? Her true colors were revealed as time passed . 8/10 Frankly speaking , Victoria did not assume that Claudia would help her out sincerely . After all , they had Alaric stuck between them , but it was also true that Claudia once helped her out . After a moment of silence , Claudia picked up the spoon and stirred the coffee in front of her while commenting , " I never expected you to be so aggressive to your savior , Miss Selwyn ." Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors Her tone was no longer gentle , and her voice was completely different now . It was crisp and clear now as she looked at Victoria with disdain . Despite that , her current look made Victoria feel much at ease . Following a chuckle , Victoria blurted , " Are you finally letting go of your act ? Honestly, your true face is more pleasing to the eye . At least , I don't find you insincere . " " Insincere ? " Claudia sneered . " I just think you're not worthy of my kindness . I initially thought that you would be a nice lady despite not being smart , but I can't believe you're such an ungrateful person . " " Ungrateful ? " Victoria rubbed her fingertips and narrowed her eyes in a judgmental expression . " I may be an ungrateful person in your eyes , but I never expect that your kindness and righteousness would lead you to kill . " When Claudia heard Victoria's last two words , her expression changed entirely . 9/10 11:06 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 39 Claudia's True Colors " What nonsense are you talking about ? When did I kill someone ? " ཎྛ 、 . 77 % " Does that mean you won't threaten me to get an abortion just because I'm indebted to you ? " Claudia felt as if a cotton ball was stuffed into her mouth all of a sudden . 10/10 It took her a while to speak . " The child is like a time bomb . If you were in my shoes , there is no way you can accept it . " After saying that , she glared at her . " Why do you want to keep the child when you're going to get a divorce ? You could've remarried and carried another child . So , why insist on keeping this one ? Do you think I have no idea about what you're thinking ? "