Drinking to Release

Bella's shrill voice rang out in anger, drawing the attention of several other diners. Ella shot her a cold glance, while Mason remained silent, his gaze stormy, as if brewing a tempest.

"Miss Rodriguez, did you not just hear what Mr. Scott said?" Ella's voice cut through the tension like ice. "He insulted my husband and shamelessly tried to slander me as well. Mr. Scott, I am a married woman and will never entertain any advances from you. Even if every man in the world disappeared, I would still never choose you!"

She was furious. She had rejected Mason countless times, yet he continued to harass her, constantly stirring up trouble and repulsing her at every turn. His sudden announcement of breaking up with Bella was clearly a ploy to redirect Bella's anger toward Ella.

This time, Ella no longer cared about appearances; she was ready to defend herself, no matter what impression she left on others.