Crossroads

Chapter 294

“Ms. Reed is Mr. Wellington’s wife? Everyone’s faces were filled with astonishment. “Ms. Isaac, is this true?”

Hayley’s expression had already turned quite sour. If it weren’t for the slightly dim lighting in the corner, they might have clearly seen her gritting her teeth as she glared at the uninvited guest opposite her.

“Ms. Carter, this is our private gathering. What are you doing here?” She emphasized the last few words with a particularly harsh tone, loud enough for the two women to hear.

Tve been too idle lately and happen to be a club member. I was bored, so I came in to take a look, Jessica didn’t care about maintaining any decorum. She lit a cigarette, took a drag, and blew out a puff of smoke, then turned her head with a seductive smile, looking at the others.

were

but “As soon as I came in, I heard your friends here were very interested in Ms. Reed. They were asking you, you pretending not to know. She shrugged, her tone casual and mature, as if joking, “I thought I’d do everyone a favor and let them know. We wouldn’t want anyone to accidentally offend Mr Wellington’s precious wife, right?”

Everyone present heard her words loud and clear. They were all sharp people and didn’t press Hayley further. Their gazes fell on the unfamiliar guest, scrutinizing her more closely.

Everyone there knew Jessica Carter. She had once been a famous actress, flaunting her status as Dominick’s girlfriend. However, she was rumored to have offended him, and no film company had dared hire her since.

Seeing her now and looking at the woman at the shooting range, everyone started having their own thoughts.

No wonder Mr. Hayes always takes such good care

I noticed long ago that Ms. Reed has a different temperament than the

beaming, yet saying the most sincere words.

Hayley if they had known that Stephanie was Dominick’s wife. With her present, why bother

maybe we should reconsider our vote about the

think Ms. Reed’s performance was impressive.”

shamelessly opportunistic. Whenever the tide turned,

decisions.

has its own procedures.” Hayley’s face grew increasingly unpleasant as she faced their persistent questioning. The advertisement had been decided, and Eloise was chosen, but now even Eloise might not dare

it seems you don’t get along too well

her. Jessica should have been living in hardship, but here she was, clad in designer brands and flaunting

got a man footing my bills. Those diamond pieces at auctions? I’ve got plenty. Unlike you,

was also curious. Jessica, I don’t recall us having any grudge. And weren’t you supposed

blackwood table. Jessica suddenly leaned forward, resting her elbows on

Stephanie but didn’t go as far as hate. “Jessica, you’ve been gone for so long. Why have you

around. Who said I disappeared? I’ve been quite busy. The bitterness from a moment ago

Jessica pointed towards the shooting

her

her. Now the head coach, known for his exceptional shooting skills, seemed unable to deal with her and had stepped back. At this moment, Dominick stood behind Stephanie, his hands covering hers, guiding her in handling the gun.

ahead. Forget

in close to her ear and spoke softly. It wasn’t particularly gentle, but it was definitely earnest.

can do it myself. She felt a bit awkward, not wanting his help.

reprimand came out instinctively.

heart skipped a beat, and then, with a bang, she missed the target

countless bullets. She began to wonder if she was simply too dull at this. Her long eyelashes