"What do I have to be ashamed of? I, Zoe, am upright and straightforward, a perfect example of a model citizen. Unlike you, Being a mistress makes you feel superior!, pleased as punch with yourself. Who's really the shameless one here?" Zoe's words flew fast and furious, leaving Iris's face beet red with anger.
"I am not the mistress. It was Ava who came between Nathan and me! Nathan has only ever loved me!" Iris protested vehemently.
"Oh really? Then how come during the conference, when you fell into the artificial lake, your so-called loving boyfriend didn't even glance your way? And today, at the mall, why isn't this loving boyfriend of yours by your side? Afraid you can't afford your own shopping?" Zoe looked at Iris with utter disdain.
The commotion drew the attention of bystanders. Iris, feeling humiliated, began to sob and play the victim. "Is it not shameful to gang up on someone like this?"
