90 Bianca's shout grabbed everyone's attention . She realized her mistake a second too late , her face going pale . But she was a pro at acting , and tears instantly filled her eyes . " Emily , are you trying to ruin my reputation and drive me to despair ? She swayed like she was about to faint . James , standing right next to her , quickly caught her , glaring at Emily . " Emily , you know Bianca's health isn't great . How could you upset her like this ? " This was the first time Emily had spoken to him face - to - face since her rebirth . She hadn't expected his first words to be an accusation . At this moment , he was still her fiancé . If pleasing the Johnson family was her desperate longing for familial love , then James was the only ray of hope during her days of scavenging for food and fighting off stray dogs . Back then , James hadn't been taken back by the Smith family yet . He lived a tough life with Uma , but even so , he would save food for her and help fend off those who bullied her . They were like two wounded animals , comforting each other and licking each other's wounds . They had promised each other that no matter what , they would always protect each other and never let go of each other's hands . Later , they each returned to their own families . He started treating Bianca well , explaining that since Bianca was favored in her family , if he treated her well , her family would also treat Emily better . She had never doubted his sincerity back then . But people's hearts change , and promises , though true , can also change . " If I remember right , you're Emily's fiancé . But now , you are defending Bianca and questioning Emily ; that's quite a sight to see . " Sophia couldn't help but stir the pot . James's expression shifted slightly , but he ignored Sophia and looked at Emily instead . " Emily , you know I'm doing this for your own good . Be a good girl and apologize to Bianca ! " . James spoke gently , but his tone was firm . Emily shook her head . " I did nothing wrong , so I won't apologize . " 1/4 8:47 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 5 : " Damn it , you hurt Bianca and still refuse to change ! Eli cursed angrily . ( ( ( Even the female police officer couldn't stand it anymore . Despite the talk of Bianca's frail health , Bianca looked well - proportioned and had smooth skin , not at all weak . 90 On the contrary , Emily , standing nearby , was thin and pale , with a sickly complexion . She interrupted Eli's scolding and explained the whole case . " We understand your concern for Bianca , but Emily was thrown into the water by those people while trying to help Bianca . She almost got sick and lost her mind , yet she still wanted to protect Bianca by reporting to the police . She deserves praise . You shouldn't be biased ; show some concern for Emily , too . " Emily almost lost her mind ? The Johnson family members were surprised and felt guilty upon hearing this . Finn couldn't help but mutter , " How were we supposed to know she was sick ? She didn't say anything . If we had known , we wouldn't have ignored her . " The others nodded in agreement . Emily knew that no matter what the truth was , the result would always be her fault . As for concern , even now that the truth was out , there was still none . As for the fate of those who threatened her . Contrary to her expectations , Bianca said they were still young and that convicting them would ruin their lives . She was kind - hearted and wanted to give them a chance to change , deciding to let them go . But she forgot that Emily almost lost her mind . However , the Johnson family wouldn't give Emily a chance to object . The matter was resolved , and Emily was " escorted " out of the police station by Eli . In the car , Eli's voice was cold . " Do you still think you're in the right ? Do you realize you almost ruined Bianca's reputation ? " Emily looked at Eli calmly . " So , Dad , you think that if Bianca is harassed or bullied , I should just ignore it in the future , right ? I'll remember that . " " Don't twist my words ! " Eli snapped , momentarily at a loss for a comeback . Upon hearing that Bianca's reputation was almost damaged , Bianca couldn't handle the stress . Her body trembled , her face went pale , and her breathing became rapid . " Bianca , don't worry . As long as those people don't want to go to jail , they won't say anything . Your reputation is intact . " James held her gently , trying to comfort her . 2/4 8:47 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 5 Bianca looked up at James with wide , pitiful eyes . " Really ? You won't think less of me because of this , will you ? " James playfully tapped her nose . " Of course not . You're the best . " Their intimate actions were accepted by the Johnson family , who even smiled and nodded , pleased to see it . Only she , in her previous life , was completely kept in the dark at this time . Emily looked at the two of them mockingly . Bianca seemed to realize her mistake and hurriedly got out of James's arms , explaining anxiously , " Emily , don't misunderstand . I was just too upset . I know you meant well , but you didn't grow up in the Johnson family , so you might not understand that a woman's reputation is more important than her life ! " Was she calling her uneducated and shameless ? In her previous life , when Emily dealt with various men for the Johnson family's business , they never thought a woman's reputation was important . It was clear that they didn't care because they didn't love her . In this day and age , judging women like this was outdated . After all , if the woman wasn't at fault . " Emily , you did make a mistake . Apologize to Bianca ! " James said sternly , his tone harsher than before . His attitude towards Bianca was completely different . Emily looked at James's face , still the same face , but now so unfamiliar . The James who protected her and loved her was lost the year he met Bianca . " James , do you remember that you are my fiancé ? " Emily said , not with affection , but stating a fact . James frowned slightly . He thought she was becoming more unreasonable , acting out of jealousy . " Emily , if you continue to be so unreasonable , you know that my fiancée might not be you ! " His tone was cold , almost like a threat . It was as if he were saying something he had wanted to say for a long time , Emily's nails dug into her flesh , but her face remained calm . She glanced at Bianca . " If not me , then who ? Bianca ? " 3/4 8:47 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 5 90 " Emily , if you don't want to apologize , that's fine . I never blamed you . Don't say that . There's nothing between James and me right now . " Her words were " right now . " So , the future was uncertain . The Johnson family's love and everything good should belong to her . Emily wasn't worthy of someone like James , who had both a good family background and looks . James also disapproved . " Emily , even Bianca is being generous and not holding a grudge . Why are you still being unreasonable ? " His eyes turned sharp . " If you continue to be so out of line , I will ... " Emily's fingers trembled . She knew what he was about to say , but she was ready to cut ties and face him directly . " What will you do ? Break off the engagement ? " In this new life , if anyone were going to say it , it would be her . She would end the engagement . She didn't want him anymore ! Chapter Comments