A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

“I wanted to walk you back to your dorm, but the club president wouldn’t let anyone leave,” Fortune said, her expression caught somewhere between helplessness and a childish pout.

Joyce couldn’t help but smile. For a moment, she caught a glimpse of Fortune’s hidden, almost naïve side.

“It’s fine. My dorm isn’t far from here anyway. I’ve finished up my work for the night, so you just focus on yours.”

“I’ll send you the photos tonight, but I’m not sure how late I’ll be.

So–good night in advance,” Fortune said.

“You could just say it on WhatsApp,” Joyce replied, tucking a stray strand of hair behind her ear.

“But I’d rather say it face to face.” Fortune lowered her gaze, reaching as if to take Joyce’s hand–only to be interrupted by Helena Rivers calling her

name.

Fortune hesitated, looking disappointed, but she had no choice but to

leave.

Joyce waved goodbye, but couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was watching her.

She glanced over her shoulder–nothing. But as she turned back, a face appeared right in front of her. Startled, Joyce lost her balance and

stumbled to the ground..

“Helena, what the hell?” Joyce pressed a hand to her chest, her voice sharp and shaken.

a great time with Fortune, huh?” Helena’s tone was

are you talking

think about aiming too

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09.07

Chapter 427

like you, with no connections, doesn’t stand a

a finger into Joyce’s chest, hard

wince.

got it all wrong.” Joyce batted Helena’s

The only reason you’re even

sneer was open

lips

finished. She grabbed Joyce by the collar, eyes full

disdain.

how expensive your makeup or clothes are. You can’t hide that desperate stink. Don’t let the city lights blind you, Joyce. Desperation isn’t

lost her soul, trailing in with her shoulders slumped, startling Esme and Mia. They

event.

happened?” Esme asked

shook her

probably just had a long day,” Alessia said, catching their concerned looks and shaking her head slightly, signaling them

and nodded, dropping the