A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 403

Cordy frowned at Patrick, who was grinning nonchalantly.

Ultimately, she didn’t leave and stood at his side to watch the rich and important people filing into the ballroom.

Naturally, she saw Noel-who certainly rode a coattail well to be able to attend such a prestigious charity ball.

In that sense, the same applied to Cordy, though it was more because of her personal grudge with the host than other reasons.

That would be more or less the asame in Noel's case, since Jessica was really bringing out her checkbook to buy Noel’s complete allegiance.

Suddenly, the lights in the ballroom dimmed while a spotlight illuminated the center of the stage; everyone turned towards it.

The emcee walked up above stage and spoke with succinct intonation, "Good evening, everyone. Welcome to Stuart Holdings' annual charity ball! Thank you everyone for making time to attend this honorable occasion despite your busy schedules."

a prestigious event naturally stood

the night-Miss Jesscia Stuart, for her opening speech! Please

the stage in her red gown amidst the thunderous

and every move was as

my first time hosting this annual charity ball, and I do apologize beforehand if our hospitality proved insufficient. I would also like

like to thank

my side at all times, I would never have the courage to host this charity ball independently. In fact,

name, but everyone present knew

Patrick turned towards Cordy.

appeared uninterested; noticing Patrick's gaze, she asked flatly without turning to him,

not good enough

turned towards John and said, "Thank you, Johnny. Thank you for your care and