A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

Chapter 421

“All done. You’re going to outshine everyone tonight.” Mia gave her

powder brush a little shake, then surveyed Joyce’s finished makeup with a satisfied nod.

“Here, try this on–it’s perfect for an event like this. Elegant and safe, can’t go wrong.” Alessia handed Joyce a shopping bag.

“It looks expensive…” Joyce took the bag, frowning, a little uneasy.

“It’s from my own shop. No charge.”

“But what about the cost… I could just wear something simple.”

Alessia frowned, puzzled by Joyce’s sudden reluctance.

Whenever any of their roommates had a big event coming up, Alessia always picked out outfits for them ahead of time. For her, giving away a dress was as casual as buying someone a coffee–nothing to fuss over.

The others all knew this, and usually accepted her gifts without overthinking it, later treating Alessia to dinner or coffee as a thank you. Sure, even a nice meal didn’t come close to covering the cost of the clothes, but it felt more genuine than pretending to refuse.

gorgeous look

Esme chimed

business leaders will be there. Dress sharp to match your talent, and who knows? Maybe you’ll land an internship. Beats handing out flyers every other weekend. We don’t have fancy backgrounds to open doors for us, so when opportunity knocks, you grab it, got it?” Mia sounded like a well–meaning mom,

lips together,

your notes at the end of the semester, send me a copy.”

teased Alessia for pretending she could

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failing

Joyce knew Alessia was just giving her an excuse to accept the dress. With

treat you all to dinner.” Most days, she thanked her lucky stars for roommates like these. Other dorms were full of drama and petty

down on her. They always found some

wearing makeup, first time on stage, first time running for anything… with every step, they

stood

“Thank you, guys.”