Chapter 218

“Don’t worry, Mom,” Anthea said, wrapping her arm around Carole’s, “she doesn’t scare me.”

Yet, Carole couldn’t shake off her concern.

High society was a complex web of alliances and rivalries. She feared Anthen might be taken advantage

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Anthea reassured her, “Mom, I’ve grown up in those circles. Trust me, I know how to handle myself. Besides, this party’s a big deal for me. I can’t miss it.”

Hearing her daughter’s confidence, Carole reluctantly gave in, “Alright, just make sure you keep your phone handy. If anything feels off, you call me right away.”

“I will,” Anthea nodded, reassuringly.

The day of the party arrived quickly.

Anthea, dressed to the nines, stepped out to the lobby of their apartment building and saw the Morris family’s limo already waiting.

Rebecca, her gown concealed under a down jacket, stood outside waiting, “Anthea, you made it.”

With the Christmas around the corner and it being Audrey’s birthday bash, Anthea had chosen a burgundy dress. It was a simple design that seemed casual but somehow, she made it look effortlessly chic and international.

Rebecca frowned subtly.

always pushing the envelope

chilly weather, she didn’t even bother with a coat! How

Anthea wasn’t one to turn it down. She strode forward confidently and settled into the car, calling out to Rebecca, “We can head out

Why was she

wasn’t the time to spar

car and instructed the driver to proceed, then turned to Anthea with feigned concern, “Aren’t you cold,

smile, “Doesn’t Ms. Morris know about thermostatic dresses?”

dresses?” Rebecca’s brow

Anthea’s composure. It

heard of temperature–adjusting clothes but hadn’t managed to purchase any due to the

did you get your dress, Anthea?”

“are

to concede in front of Anthea, Rebecca couldn’t help but nod,

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her tone nonchalant, “Five

could fleece Rebecca

Rebecca’s eyes

website, their priciest attire didn’t exceed the

nodded, “Is it too much? This is a signature design from AY Tech’s top designer.

weather was indeed getting

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