Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 1685:

Nola maintained her graceful smile.

“Harlee, I’ve come to invite you to the Happer family manor today. I admit I let jealousy cloud my judgment before, leading to some regrettable actions.”

As Nola spoke, a look of contrition crossed her face.

“After leaving that day, I reflected deeply. You are still important to me. I’m sorry. I know I hurt you, but it was out of concern for our friendship, not a desire to cause pain.”

Nola decided to keep her explanation brief. Knowing Harlee’s astuteness, elaborate fabrications wouldn’t work. She opted for a straightforward, sincere tone, hoping to alleviate Harlee’s doubts. Nola’s ultimate aim was clear: to lure Harlee back, let Errol engage her, and then exploit their conflict to uncover the true identities of the mysterious elders.

Despite her outward display of regret, Nola felt no remorse. Her seemingly repentant demeanor was merely a strategic ploy.

in her act, Nola believed it masked her true motives

swayed by her

friends. She came all this way to invite you. Young lady,

blow things out of proportion. It’s probably just a small misunderstanding. Young lady, you should forgive her. Can’t you see

woman chimed in, “Yes, Nola is genuinely kind. Miss, perhaps there’s been some misunderstanding?” Harlee remained cool and detached amidst the chatter. The surrounding gossip seemed to wash over her without effect. Her expression

tales

The dignified Nola resorting to

of warmth, Harlee

slipped her hands into her pockets, the chill in her gaze piercing Nola like a

manipulation, whether gentle or forceful. If Errol hadn’t insisted that Nola bring Harlee here, she would have given up on the

backing, would think herself untouchable. However, Harlee’s calm demeanor only made Nola’s frustration grow. Nola had assumed the downfall of the Cavendish family wasn’t Harlee’s doing. To her, the Sandersons of Baythorn had always been inconsequential, and she had numerous strategies to handle them. As for the Shadow Moon Society, with its key members eliminated, Nola saw them as no threat. Furthermore, Tania’s last report had indicated they had retreated to a deserted island, leading Nola to

the pretense of reconciliation. She needed Harlee to believe in her

encounter, Nola had mentally steeled herself for the interaction. She managed to keep her tone gentle, her demeanor submissive,