Unexpected Fiancée

Chapter 78: The Culprit

Jane swiftly maneuvered her body, evading the incoming strike.

"Monica, what's gotten into you?" Jane inquired, her eyes locked onto Monica, who gazed back wit! intense hatred.

Monica appeared deranged, much like their last encounter when she had attempted to stab Jane. Today, it seemed like Monica intended to push her into the lake. However, the deep-seated animosity between them was not immediately apparent.

“Why was Monica so hell-bent on killing her? Monica seethed, frustrated that she had failed to push Jane into the water. She glared at her, venom in her eyes, and hissed, "Jane, you conniving witch! “You manipulated Patrick to drive me out of the company. Now I can't find a job. But I won't let you off the hook. Today, you'll meet your end!"

Monica struggled and panicked, swallowing some lake water in the process, causing her to cough violently. Jane watched with cold detachment as Monica choked and spluttered. When Monica finally managed to compose herself, she cursed, "Jane, how can you just stand there and watch me drown? I won't let you off even if it costs me my life!"

But as soon as she spoke, Monica inhaled more water and began to sink further into the lake. "Jane 1 won't forgive you..." Monica threatened, her face drained of color and her body trembling from th cold. She felt death looming.

"Save your energy," Jane scowled, ready to wade into the water to help Monica. She didn't want anyone to die. Just as she took a step toward the lake, a voice shouted from behind her.

“Jane, you pushed Monica into the water!"

Jane turned around, confused. When had she pushed Monica into the water? It was Monica who had pushed her in. It was evident that Melissa was attempting to frame her.

Jane was slightly annoyed as she looked down at Melissa, who seemed foolish. "Are you blind, Melissa?" She then disregarded Melissa and moved closer to the lake. But something Melissa said stopped her.

Melissa grabbed her hand and accused, "Jane, you're a murderer!"

Jane was taken aback. "What on earth are you talking about?" She gave Melissa a push, and Melissz fell to the ground.

"I saw you push Monica into the lake. You tried to kill her!" Melissa raised her voice triumphantly. Jane couldn't believe her ears. Since when had she pushed Monica into the lake? It was clear that Melissa was attempting to frame her once again. Annoyance welled up inside Jane as she gazed down at Melissa as if she were dealing with a complete idiot. "You must be blind, Melissa.”

Without giving Melissa any more attention, Jane proceeded to the lake. Monica, who had been struggling a moment ago, had disappeared beneath the surface.