Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Esther shot her a frosty look, the disdain in her eyes completely unfiltered.

"Opportunity? You actually think the Gregory family stands a chance?" Esther didn't bother to hide her scorn. "With your so-called skills?"

Amy forced a polite smile. "Ms. Esther, maybe we Gregorys aren't their biggest threat, but the Country M team? They'll wipe the floor with the Woods family and International Glam. No contest."

Her flattery seemed to make Esther glow with pride. Amy's words were like a crown placed on her head, lifting her higher and higher.

Especially when Amy talked about Country M crushing the competition, Esther's smirk only grew, her confidence practically radiating off her.

"Of course," Esther scoffed, her head held high. "People like you from Austenberg couldn't even dream of being on our level. You're just cheap knock-offs compared to Country M."

her wide sleeve, Amy's hand was clenched so hard her nails dug into her palm, drawing blood

She kept her face blank, then put on her sweetest voice. "Well then, Ms. Esther, I'll just congratulate Country M in advance on taking the championship.

Looks like you finally know your place. I'll let it slide

in her ears, Esther already pictured herself on a dazzling

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next day's competition was all about design style and technique, and Jane was representing International

the crowd, and settlingan with a huge bag of chips. She hadn't had time for breakfast, so she lounged back in her chair, snacking and looking completely at ease, like she didn't have a care in

and Amy were in their usual seats, but after a while, Jackson

Fiona was nowhere

think Ms. Fiona got caught up in it too?" Jackson asked, a hint of concern in his voice. Amy knew exactly what he meant-the rumors about