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.”

was working on a project proposal and had no intention of engaging with his nanny. But

are you going?” Scott asked

Gordon Hotel for a feast.”

thoughtfully and asked. “Who invited

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

herself that she had savings and wasn’t as poor as he seemed to think.

Scott replied flatly in his usual gentle manner, leaving

Molly left, cursing Scott internally.

glasses, Scott looked gentle but was actually very sharp–tongued.

the

wondered if he had some psychological issue, as he seemed to take pleasure in others‘ misfortunes. Their whole family was like

Molly’s evening gown had already been delivered to the security office at her apartment

the saying went, clothes made the man. Molly put on some light makeup and

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Chapter 277

Hotel at the appointed time,

Stephanie’s apartment was very close to the Gordon Hotel in the city center. But as

phone was unreachable.

said, “Miss, you need an

security guards were stationed at the lobby entrance. Molly couldn’t get in to look

anyone.

another half hour, so she stood awkwardly in the hallway.

Stephanie hadn’t intentionally stood her up.

her dress and was on her way to the hotel when she suddenly received

“You want

to go to the Golden Angel

right now?”

named Lucy calling, and Stephanie immediately

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