Female Novel
Chapter 1055: Excellence
Chapter 1055: Excellence
Page's expression suddenly changed. She likely hadn't anticipated Sienna to say such a thing. After all,
this was essentially telling Page that if she kept pressuring Camille for a chance, she would be forcing
her daughter. A loving mother wouldn't push her child into something they didn't want to do.
But if Page didn't continue in this way, and went along with Camille's wishes, how would she explain
this to Brody?
Page was caught in a dilemma because she genuinely didn't want to do as Camille suggested. The
consequences of complying would be another round of Brody's scolding, and his previous words still
rang in her ears. The only way to truly benefit the Armstrong family was to make amends with Camille,
but there was also a hidden agenda, something Page had kept from even Brody.
With tightly pursed lips, Page wore a grave expression. She remained silent, with her eyes reflecting
her inner turmoil.
Her silence took both Camille and Sienna by surprise. Had she accepted or was she considering a
different approach or an excuse?
Sienna exchanged a significant glance with Camille and then said coolly, "If you don't have anything
else to say, you don't need to come to me next time."
Page's face displayed a slight hint of unease, and she looked up at Camille. Her expression remained
profoundly serious, and she took a deep breath before speaking, "Cami, I know you don't trust me, and
you don't believe I could change so quickly in such a short time. But even so, I have to tell you that I
genuinely want to mend our relationship. I always feel that despite all the misunderstandings between
us, we will eventually reconcile. After all, we're mother and daughter, and there should be no
misunderstandings we can't overcome. The reason I treated you differently from Grace in the past isn't
as you think. It wasn't because you aren't as dear to me as Grace. It was due to you not growing up by
my side, and the pressures I faced within the Armstrong family. I couldn't control my heart. I don't know
why I've become the way I am now. I've been diligently managing our home and working to maintain
our relationship."
As Page spoke, she raised her hands and covered her face, her reaction causing Camille's expression
to darken. Page had always given the impression that she was responsible for the family, leaving Brody
carefree. She'd raised Grace very well, which had contributed to her excellent reputation in social
circles. Many socialite wives even considered her a role model. Her actions had enhanced Brody's
prestige. Their relationship had always appeared harmonious and loving.
But Page's words right now indicated an inner struggle, and it raised questions for Camille. Her
mother's explanation made her feel like Page had been holding onto pent-up feelings.
Camille remained silent, her lips pursed as she lowered her head without offering a response.
Page's voice lowered even further as she whispered, "Cami, I haven't told anyone about how I've been
living with the Armstrong family all these years. It's not that I don't love you; it's just that there are
certain things I had no choice in. So, I had no way."
"Are you sure you don't know that your dad already has someone else outside?" Page smiled bitterly,
and tears welled up in her eyes, but she didn't stop speaking. She continued, "This is a stain on my life,
but I can't do anything about it. I can't wash it away. It's like it's engraved on me, and I can't get rid of it.
The only way is to constantly remind myself to do my best, to be perfect, so this stain won't be
exposed, so it will forever remain hidden in the dark."
Because they were in a public place, Page kept her voice hushed. Even though she was telling Camille
all this, she still didn't want the Armstrong family's matters to leak out. If it got out, she'd be the subject
of ridicule, and at the moment, she wasn't planning to completely sever ties with Brody.
As for why she suddenly became so honest with Camille, only Page knew the reason.
Her words surprised and shocked Camille. It was genuinely astonishing because she had never
considered such a situation. Even though she knew Brody had strong male chauvinism, she never
thought he'd do something like this.
Camille remained silent for a long time, her mind in turmoil. Brody was getting older, and with a child at
home, even if he didn't like Page, she was still his daughter. How could he have someone else on the
side? Besides, Brody's health had been deteriorating since the company's problems arose. Did he
have the time to spare for someone else?
Camille had many doubts and questions welling up within her. However, considering Page's prideful
and self-respecting personality, she couldn't just casually talk about something like this, could she?
If it wasn't true, but a fabrication, then what was Page's motive? Was she trying to make Camille feel
sorry for her?
Camille pursed her lips, thinking the possibility was quite slim.
As she remained unsure of what to say, Sienna's voice joined in. Sienna looked at Page with an
incredulous expression and asked, "Mrs. Armstrong, why are you telling us this? Aren't you afraid I'll
spread it around? It'll be embarrassing for you and the Armstrong family, after all. It's not a glorious
matter. So, why say it in public?"
Page remained emotionless, offering only a bitter smile. She then said, "You won't understand. This
matter isn't just mine, nor is it solely about the Armstrong family. You can choose not to consider Cami
as a part of the Armstrong family, but who in Hance City doesn't know that she's an Armstrong?"
Now, Sienna fell silent. Page's words were undeniably accurate. Camille was indeed a part of the
Armstrong family. Even if her relationship with the Armstrongs was strained, she was still perceived as
an Armstrong by outsiders. If this matter came to light, Camille would undoubtedly be subject to gossip.
Moreover, due to Camille's connection with Ayan, it would likely become a topic of public discussion.
Sienna stayed quiet, glancing at Camille out of the corner of her eye. She wasn't sure what was going
through Camille's mind, so she refrained from saying too much.
Page's gaze returned to Camille. Her expression didn't reveal much, and she spoke softly, "Originally, I
had no intention of letting you or Grace know about this. It's a matter for us as parents, and it's best not
to involve you."
Camille calmly inquired, "If you had no intention of letting me know, why are you telling me now?"
Page didn't avoid the question. She kept her eyes on Camille and replied in a hushed tone, "I don't
want your misunderstanding of me to deepen. Many times, I had no choice. I had to do what I did. But
in the end, I realized that it had little impact, and instead, they pushed my daughter away. Both you and
Grace have grown more distant from me. I've come to understand how badly my one-sided approach
has failed. I believed that certain forms of education would make you excel and strengthen us, but I
was wrong. I've learned that, Cami. Can you give me one more chance?"novelbin
When Page mentioned Grace, her emotions couldn't be contained. Since the previous incident, Grace
had cut ties with the family and hadn't contacted her since. This situation was unprecedented.
Now, everything seemed to be slipping out of Page's expectations and control. She genuinely didn't
know what to do. She struggled to keep her voice low and asked Camille, "Do you doubt my words?
But, Cami, I don't need to deceive you with something like this. Of course, I won't deny that I had
personal motives when I reached out to you and Grace."
When Camille heard the term "personal motives," it didn't seem to surprise her. For her, if Page hadn't
had any personal motives, it wouldn't align with Page's personality and Camille's understanding of her.
Somehow, Camille also felt a sense of relief.