Crossroads

Chapter 277

Vincent, still angry, showed no willingness to accompany her to the evening event.

Attending such an event with her background would certainly be awkward if her connection to the Wellington family was recognized. Stephanie thought Vincent had a point but was still determined to go.

StephForce texted: [Molly, are you free tonight?]

She called for help on WhatsApp. Going alone to such a business party made her uncomfortable, especially since Dominick had specifically forbidden her from attending such events in the past.

StephForce: [Don’t worry about the evening gown. I’m at a boutique now, picking out a dress. I’ll send you a short video, and you can choose which one you like ]

Stephanie was indeed at a women’s boutique, overwhelmed by the array of top–tier dresses. She had a hard time making choices, so she waved her hands and decided to let the stall pick a suitable one for her.

Molly saw the video of the dress with its luxury brand logo, her heart racing. She quickly sent a voice message.

Snuggle Pig s said, “Stephanie, just one of those dresses costs more than what we spend on meals in a year. Don’t buy it. It’s too expensive.”

Stephanie calmly glanced over at Vincent, who was flirting with a salesgirl by the counter.

Steph Force: [Vincent’s paying.]

After a moment, she added: [We’re going to the Gordon Hotel tonight. Everything is free. They could eat and drink as much as they wanted.

The word “free” had a magical effect, sparking excitement in Molly’s eyes. She agreed immediately.

Free! Accustomed to a frugal life, Molly couldn’t resist such an offer.

dy to ask Scott for time off

With a mindset of making the most of a free meal, Molly skipped her afternoon snack and rushed into the study

“I don’t want these nearly expired cookies anymore. Here. Take them back.” Molly was indignant. Despite being a graduate of a prestigious university, she had ended up as a nanny at a young age, and embarrassingly, she was getting quite good at it. “I’ve done all the housework. The lobster stew for you and your son is in the pot, keeping warm. I’m leaving now.”

project proposal and had no intention of engaging with his nanny.

are you going?” Scott asked

Gordon Hotel for a

thoughtfully and asked. “Who invited

but a second later, her face darkened as she glared at him. “What do

to herself that she had savings and wasn’t as poor as he seemed to think. He really looked down on

Scott replied flatly in his usual gentle manner, leaving Molly

cursing Scott internally.

his refined appearance and silver–rimmed glasses, Scott looked gentle but was actually very sharp–tongued.

hurt the most,

seemed to take pleasure in others‘ misfortunes. Their

been delivered to the security office at her apartment complex by the

the man. Molly put on some light makeup and

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anticipation, Molly arrived at the Gordon Hotel at the appointed time, only to find that she

to it. After all, Stephanie’s apartment was very close to the Gordon Hotel in the city center. But as she watched many people attending the party come and go in the lobby, she began to

phone

guard said, “Miss, you need an invitation to enter.

was on the fourth floor of the Gordon Hotel, and security guards were stationed at the lobby entrance. Molly couldn’t get in to look for

anyone.

consideration, she decided to wait another half hour, so she stood

other side, Stephanie hadn’t

and was on her way to the hotel

asked. “You

to go to the Golden Angel

right now?”

was that woman named Lucy calling, and Stephanie immediately became wary.

cold, dripping with undisguised arrogance. “Ms. Reed, I don’t think you’re in a position to negotiate with me. I’m just informing