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.

Mr. Wellington’s wife. No wonder Mr. Hayes always takes

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

sycophants, their faces beaming, yet saying the most

was Dominick’s wife. With her present, why bother with the audition? They’d be busy currying

maybe we should reconsider our

think Ms. Reed’s performance was

could be shamelessly opportunistic. Whenever the tide turned, so did their

decisions.

its own procedures.” Hayley’s face grew increasingly unpleasant as she faced their persistent questioning. The advertisement had been decided, and Eloise was chosen,

it seems you don’t get along too well with Ms. Reed. That’s not very wise, is

clearly a personal attack on her, and anger surged within her. Jessica should have been living in hardship, but here she was, clad in designer brands and flaunting a diamond ring, practically parading her wealth. “Ms. Carter, have you found a new benefactor? It

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

Hayley despised her attitude but was also curious. Jessica,

her? Of course, I hate her.” They sat across from each other, separated by an intricately carved blackwood table. Jessica suddenly leaned forward, resting her elbows on the table, whispering in Hayley’s

as hate. “Jessica, you’ve been gone for so long. Why have you shown up all of a sudden

I disappeared? I’ve been quite busy. The bitterness from a

there.” Jessica pointed towards the shooting

complex as she followed her gaze, surprised by what she

range, Stephanie was the only one practicing. Even those with prior reservations wouldn’t dare interrupt her. Now the head coach, known for his exceptional shooting skills, seemed unable to deal with her and had

your mind calm. Look ahead. Forget all distractions. Focus on the

close to her ear and spoke softly. It wasn’t particularly gentle, but

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

reprimand came

heart skipped a beat, and then, with

she was simply too dull at this. Her long eyelashes drooped slightly, and her bright eyes reflected a hint of