hapter 11 Sophia , you got this , right ? Emily asked , her eyes locked on Sophia . Sophia had just seen that painting Honestly , she felt outclassed . But there was something about Emily's confidence that made her believe in herself . She would follow Emily's advice to the word . Yeah , I got this . I'm not afraid of a challenge , Sophia replied , standing tall . After all , John had praised her work before , hadn't he ? Emily smirked and turned to Bianca . " You always brag about your talent . Sophia's ready to compete . What about you ? Scared ? Or maybe that painting John had wasn't really yours ? " Bianca clenched her teeth in anger . Emily knew exactly what was going on with that painting . Emily had changed . She used to be so meek ; a few scoldings from their parents would make her back down . Now , she didn't even listen to James . " Emily , what nonsense are you spouting in front of John ? Of course , that painting is Bianca's . We all saw her in the home studio , painting all day long . Eli snapped . James , however , kept his eyes on the painting , looking uncertain . Bianca was extremely nervous . Even if the family found out the truth , she believed she could smooth things over . But she was not sure when it came to James . He had a childhood bond with Emily , and she feared he might soften ... Bianca looked at James with tearful eyes. " James , it's really my painting . You don't doubt me , too , do you ? " James met Bianca's gaze . Her beautiful face was paired with those watery , enchanting eyes . Only someone with such pure eyes could create such a healing and beautiful painting . He nodded firmly . ' Of course , I believe you . " Emily's heart tightened involuntarily at James's words . 1/4 8:48 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 11 He didn't believe het But be turned to Bianca with unconditional trust . 必 零 He was no longer the James who used to protect her . " Are we competing or not ? If not , just admit defeat and stop wasting my time , " John , known for his bad temper , said bluntly . Bianca clenched her fists , showing no fear on her face . " Of course , I ... " Suddenly , her face turned pale , and she seemed to have trouble breathing , her whole body going limp as she collapsed to the ground . " Bianca ! " The Johnson family and James shouted in unison , panicking . James quickly caught the falling Bianca , full of worry . No one seemed to have expected this , leaving them all stunned , except for Emily . The painting wasn't Bianca's , and she had been wondering how Bianca would avoid the competition . It turned out to be the same old trick . But for the Johnson family and James , it worked . " What's going on ? Fainting at the mention of a competition ? If she's that weak , Mr. Williams , I don't think she's fit to be your student . She can't handle the pressure , right ? " Sophia said loudly , deliberately looking closer . " Ms. Brown , watch your words . Even if you lack sympathy , you shouldn't kick someone when they're down , " Eli said coldly , glaring at Sophia . Sophia , facing the head of the Johnson family , decided not to push her luck and fell silent . " James , quickly , take Bianca to the car . She might be having an episode , " Eli urged James , James , with a stern face , picked up the frail Bianca , looking at Emily with more displeasure . Before leaving, James shot Emily a cold look . " Are you happy now ? If something happens to her , can you take responsibility ? Bianca is so kind . Why do you have to be so confrontational with her ? You weren't like this before . " ' You were not like this before either ! ' Emily thought to herself . But she didn't say it out loud , knowing it was pointless . Take responsibility ? 2/4 8.49 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 11 She suddenly blocked James's path . Move James didn't expect Emily to block his way . She really didn't care about Bianca's safety . How had her thoughts become so malicious ? James's face was cold , full of anger . If you don't move , don't blame me for being rude . The engagement will be off for good . " He had already returned the token , yet he still thought she was just bluffing about breaking off the engagement . Emily sneered , suddenly holding a few thin , sharp needles . Then she slowly approached Bianca in James's arms . " What are you doing ? " Eli demanded urgently . " Taking responsibility ! " Emily chuckled , but the smile didn't reach her eyes . " I happen to know a bit of medicine . I can treat Bianca's condition . " James dodged Emily's needles , holding Bianca protectively . Eli was even more agitated , and if the situation were different , he might have hit Emily . " Are you trying to kill Bianca ? You only know a bit of medicine and dare to say you can treat her ? Even experts can't cure her . Do you think you're better than them ? You're simply malicious . Get out of the way ! " Emily gave Eli a cold look . Her gaze fell on James's face . " Are you sure you don't want me to treat her ? Don't say I didn't take responsibility later . " James's eyes grew deeper and more complex . " I don't need you to treat her ! " James said coldly , then added , " I'll have someone return the ring to you . " With that , he left quickly with Bianca , leaving only a heartless back . Eli glared at Emily , leaving a harsh remark , " A daughter with such a malicious heart , I'd rather not have had you . You don't deserve to be part of the Johnson family . " " What kind of people are they ! " Sophia scoffed at Eli's retreating figure . She had grown up pampered and had never imagined that Emily , who had been so hard to find , would be treated like this by the Johnson family . She couldn't help but feel sympathy and pity for Emily . After cursing Eli , she couldn't help but ask Emily , " Are you sure you're the Johnson family's daughter ? " She shut her mouth after asking . 3/4 8:49 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 11 Compared to Bianca's looks , Emily took after Cleo , even more striking and elegant . 89 J Emily didn't dwell on Sophia's question but looked at John . " John , thank you for today . Are you almost out of that medicine ? I'll bring you another bottle soon . " The Johnson family only knew she had saved John . They thought she might have just called for help or supported him . But they didn't know Emily had saved John with needles . If she hadn't treated him in time , John would have died . " Even if you don't want to be my student , I already consider you one . No need to thank me . And ... " John paused , then continued , " That James isn't a good person . You're better off without him . I'll introduce you to some fine young men with good character . And James can forget about learning from me again . " " Okay ! Emily knew John meant well and didn't refuse . Of course , she didn't take the matchmaking seriously . She agreed with the last part . John saw Emily's response and knew she was truly over James . After Sophia volunteered to take Emily home , he had his assistant call James to inform him of the situation . Chapter Comments LIKE