Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 499

Chapter 499

"It's my own recipe," Effie said with a gentle smile. "It works pretty well. Try it on a small area first-if you like it, keep using it. If it doesn't suit you, just toss it."

Fidelia let out a little gasp, her face lighting up with surprise. "Wow, I had no idea you were this talented! I can't believe you actually made this yourself."

Before Effie could reply, a mocking voice cut through the conversation.

"What's so impressive about that? With the internet these days, everyone acts like an expert. Watch a few videos, skim some so-called ancient remedies, and suddenly everyone's got a 'secret formula.' Who knows what's actually in it? You put that on your face or drink it down, and only they know what'll happen. Seriously, you'd better be careful. Don't just put random stuff on your skin-if your face breaks out, it'll be too late to regret it."

Annoyed, Fidelia turned to see Suzan—and trailing behind her, Mitchell.

Fidelia shot Suzan a glare. "Seriously? What's wrong with you? We're having a conversation. Why are you butting in? Whether I use it or not is none of your business."

Some people just couldn't take a hint.

Clearly, the lesson Suzan got at the crafts store last time hadn't been harsh enough.

about these little trinkets; she was likely

come looking

expression shifted instantly-she understood exactly what

found out about that humiliating incident, who knew what he'd think of

was busy scrolling through his phone,

at Fidelia, "I was

suddenly so thoughtful?" Fidelia said, raising

don't want me to try it,

She'd thought Fidelia was clever, but apparently she was just

her own face-let her do what she

Suzan urged, her tone dripping with

leaned toward Mitchell and murmured, "Effie's hobbies are a little scary, don't you think? Playing chemist with people's faces. Good thing Auntie

looked up, his eyes thoughtful as he turned to Effie. "Effie, where did you

been using them for so long? Isn't it

"Effie, this is about people's

"There's nothing wrong with what I made. Believe it or

quickly chimed in, "That's right! If my sister-in-law made it,

don't give your stuff to people who don't