A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust novel Chapter 160

Calliope stumbled upon the news online.

She skimmed through the comments, noting how some people called her a drama queen while others expressed envy. Of course, some tried to compare her with Lisette, desperately trying to pit them against each other.

Upon seeing the negative remarks, Portia went ballistic in their group chat of four.

Archie joined in with Portia, adding fuel to the fire.

Mavis, however, remained relatively calm, advising them to stop. She assured them that everyone would realize just how incredible Callie was one day.

But Calliope wasn't particularly bothered by the insults.

"People can say what they want," she thought. "Their words don't affect me."

Her mind was more occupied with the thought of Lisette's birthday party that evening. She decided she had to dress to impress, even if it meant outshining Lisette.

Every year, Lisette would steal the spotlight with her dazzling outfits, while Calliope's mother, Zelda, insisted she keep it low-key. As a result, they never seemed like they were celebrating together. It was like they weren't even sisters.

Zelda would parade Lisette around and introduce her to everyone, while Calliope was often left to linger in the corners and told to stay quiet so she wouldn't reveal her lack of worldly experience.

Sometimes, Zelda would proudly have Lisette perform some song or display her artistic talents. As a child, Calliope had wanted to shine, too, but Zelda always dismissed her.

"You're just not good enough," Zelda would say. "Don't embarrass us."