Broken by Destiny by George Orwell 334

Gianna is overwhelmed by her emotions, feeling fragile and desperate as she clings to Miguel for support. She retreats to her room, consumed by thoughts of how to repair her damaged reputation and regain Emery’s trust, who proves to be more perceptive and resistant to her usual manipulations. Gianna suspects that Amelia is behind the recent turmoil, using her knowledge of Gianna’s weaknesses to undermine her and possibly push her out of the family.

As Gianna grapples with her predicament, she contemplates seeking help from her biological mother, Regina, though revealing her true identity now seems too risky. Meanwhile, tension rises at the Dester residence where Vincent angrily insists on breaking off his engagement with Gianna, disgusted by the scandals surrounding her. Despite his frustration, his mother Diana urges caution, fearing that ending the engagement prematurely could backfire and worsen their situation with the influential Nygard family.

Diana tries to calm Vincent, suggesting they wait for the public uproar to subside before making any decisions, while Emery reassures her that the rumors will fade and even hints at strengthening ties between the families through gifts and benefits. Vincent, however, remains determined to end the engagement and, unable to sway his parents, secretly plans to escalate the scandal by digging up old photos of Gianna and Marcelo to fuel the controversy further.

The chapter ends with a brewing storm of conflict and schemes, as Vincent’s covert actions threaten to deepen the chaos surrounding Gianna and the Nygard family, indicating that the troubles are far from resolved.

Chapter 334: Ruined Plan

Gianna’s tear-streaked face looked as though she might collapse from the weight of her emotions, and seeing her in such a fragile state, Miguel decided it was best to hold back for now. He didn’t want to add to her distress by bringing up the topic just yet.

“Yeah, Miguel, I know. You guys mean everything to me,” she whispered, her voice trembling slightly.

With Emery nowhere in sight, Gianna took the chance to cling to Miguel, slipping into her usual spoiled role without hesitation. This was her familiar tactic—using her charm and vulnerability to sway her brothers, bending them to her will like she always had.

After a little while, she quietly slipped upstairs, retreating to the solitude of her room. She needed space to gather her thoughts, to figure out a new way to salvage her reputation. More importantly, she had to find a way to regain Emery’s trust and affection—something that felt increasingly out of reach.

Lying back on her bed, Gianna crossed her hands behind her head and stared up at the ceiling, her mind racing. She replayed every little trick she had used before, but none seemed effective against Emery. Unlike her other brothers or even their parents, Emery was sharper, more discerning—he could see through her schemes.

Why had everything spiraled out of control like this? A gnawing sense of unease settled deep inside her.

“Could it be that wretched Amelia behind all this again?” she muttered under her breath.

After hours of restless thinking, Gianna was convinced that only Amelia truly knew her well enough to strike so precisely at her vulnerabilities. That woman’s arrogance was growing by the day. How dare she try to use the Nygards as a weapon to block Gianna’s path?

Did Amelia want to completely push her out of the family? Gianna’s heart clenched at the thought. She wanted to scream that it was impossible—that no one could oust her from the Nygards so easily.

At worst, if her identity as her father’s illegitimate daughter were exposed, she could still return openly, and then they would see who truly held power. If it weren’t for the kindness and trust of her brothers and Emery, who allowed her to manipulate them so easily, she would have declared herself a Nygard long ago.

As the night stretched on, Gianna’s thoughts churned relentlessly. In the end, she realized she had no choice but to seek help from her biological mother, Regina. Revealing her true identity now wasn’t an option—it was too risky.

Meanwhile, at the Dester Residence, tension simmered.

“I don’t care what it takes. I’m breaking off the engagement with Gianna, no matter what. Who would want to marry a washed-up tramp like her?” Vincent snapped furiously after leaving the show, having learned about the scandal swirling online.

Though Marcelo had already exposed Gianna’s manipulative nature to him, Vincent now had concrete reasons to end the engagement. He was eager to sever ties as soon as possible, sick of pretending their relationship wasn’t tainted.

“You’ve already called off one engagement. If you do it again now, don’t expect to find anyone better,” Diana warned, frustration clear in her voice.

She had initially intended to trap Amelia by aligning with Gianna, but the plan backfired spectacularly. Instead of gaining the upper hand, her son was stuck with Gianna—the worst possible match. This troublemaker had dragged scandal after scandal into their lives and even involved the Nygard brothers, creating chaos.

If Raymond and Emery lost their patience and drove Gianna away, the damage would be devastating. Once she left, an adopted daughter like Gianna would mean nothing to the Nygards.

Though Diana wanted to end the engagement, after speaking with Emery, she reluctantly changed her mind. Emery assured her that the rumors were just noise and would fade quickly. Besides, the Nygards had spoiled Gianna for years—they wouldn’t abandon her over a temporary scandal.

Emery even promised to add to Gianna’s wedding gifts and hinted at offering the Desters some benefits if they kept the engagement intact.

Diana wasn’t naive. She knew breaking off the engagement hastily during this turbulent time would only invite further trouble. The Nygards were deeply rooted in society, and alienating them could backfire badly. If the engagement was ended now, the Nygards might retaliate by dragging the Desters into the scandal themselves.

“No matter how bad my choices are, anyone is better than her,” Vincent grumbled.

“I get that you’re angry, but I believe Gianna isn’t as reckless as she seems,” Diana replied softly. “She’s close to the Nygard brothers, yes, but there’s nothing inappropriate going on. Give it some time, and things will settle.”

Vincent wasn’t convinced. “Whether they’re involved or not doesn’t matter. The main thing is to break it off.”

Diana tried to reason with him. “Right now, the public opinion is overwhelming. Wait until the noise dies down, then I’ll talk to your father about ending the engagement, okay?”

Vincent saw through her hesitation. They weren’t trying to distance themselves from the Nygards at the scandal’s peak. Once things calmed, breaking it off would be much harder.

Knowing the argument was pointless, Vincent relented slightly. “Fine. But make sure it happens once this blows over.”

“Good. Just don’t make a scene for now.”

Relieved by his concession, Diana finally relaxed. She had no idea that as soon as Vincent left, he immediately made a call to stir up even more trouble.

Unable to convince his parents to break the engagement, Vincent was determined to escalate the chaos. He wanted to create so much turmoil around the Nygards that his mother would be forced to end the match herself.

He even dug up some old photos of Marcelo and Gianna playing cards closely together from two years ago, intending to use them as fuel for the fire.

The storm was far from over.

As the chapter draws to a close, Gianna finds herself engulfed in a whirlwind of doubt and desperation, her usual tactics rendered ineffective against Emery’s keen perception. The emotional weight of her fractured relationships and the looming threat of exposure press heavily on her, leaving her isolated yet resolute in seeking a new path forward. Her vulnerability is palpable, but beneath it lies a fierce determination to reclaim her place and protect the fragile bonds that still tether her to the family she so desperately wants to belong to.

Meanwhile, the tensions within the Dester family underscore the precariousness of alliances and the destructive power of scandal. Vincent’s impatience and Diana’s cautious pragmatism reveal the complexities of navigating honor, reputation, and power in the face of public scrutiny. The delicate balance between holding on and letting go is fraught with risk, and the chapter closes on a note of unresolved conflict, hinting at the continuing storm that threatens to unravel all the carefully laid plans.

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the tangled web of alliances and betrayals that surround Gianna and the Nygard family. As Gianna grapples with her crumbling reputation and the growing threat posed by Amelia, her resolve to seek help from her biological mother hints at risky moves that could change everything. Meanwhile, the simmering tensions within the Dester family suggest that Vincent’s frustration may soon ignite a new wave of conflict, testing loyalties and shaking the fragile balance between these powerful families.

Emotions will run high as characters confront their doubts and desires, with trust hanging by a thread. Will Gianna manage to regain Emery’s trust, or will the cracks in their relationships widen beyond repair? And as Vincent’s covert plans unfold, the question remains: how far will each character go to protect their interests, and at what cost? Prepare for a chapter filled with subtle manipulations and emotional turmoil that will leave readers eager to see who emerges stronger from the chaos.

Joseph King

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