102 Unveiling the Mask

Alex’s gaze lingered on his sister Lillian, yet he refrained from speaking, choosing instead to immerse himself with his business acquaintances. Lillian, trailing behind, felt a sense of isolation

amidst the bustling crowd.

As they navigated the sea of faces, Lillian’s energy waned. She sought refuge in a corner just as Emma Smirnoff, renowned for her grace and strength, appeared. Emma, intending to join her friends, found herself face–to–face with Lillian. Their history was fraught with tension, and the air grew thick with unspoken words.

Lillian, in her usual manner, couldn’t resist a jab. “I didn’t realize this event was open to just anyone. Here you are, flaunting your so–called power. You might be the vice president of Smirnoff Group, but that doesn’t entitle you to barge into high society,” she sneered.

Emma, undeterred by Lillian’s venom, focused on her agenda. She was there to tie up loose ends and confront the undercurrents threatening her peace.

Their exchange was abruptly cut short by the press, drawn to the commotion like moths to a flame. Lillian, relishing the attention, took the opportunity to launch another attack.

“You think you can charm your way back into my brother’s life? He married you out of obligation, not love. He won’t be fooled by your antics again,” Lillian declared, her words striking a nerve among the bystanders.

nothing but a glorified servant, catering to our every whim. Don’t fool yourself into thinking you were ever part of the family,”

of her struggles during her marriage with Lillian’s brother surfaced. The room filled with murmurs about the depths

led by Viola, arrived. Upon hearing Lillian’s spiteful words, Viola, driven by indignation, drenched Lillian in a shower of red

was a collective gasp of surprise from the guests who were fortunate enough

a precarious position. As she attempted to regain her footing, Viola, unyielding, struck

her aid, helping her

on me again!” Lillian squealed, her face flushed with

“Your family’s values are a disgrace. Comparing

the

voice steady. “Are you

into marriage?

easily dismissed as slander, now held

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