Chapter 700

Richard had left without a word. From start to finish, he didn’t even spare Jennie a glance.

Jennie’s smile froze. A flush of humiliation burned her face, as though she’d been slapped in front of everyone. The sting of

embarrassment was unbearable.

Just then, Flynn hurried down the stairs, worry written all over his face. “Are you okay?”

“I’m fine,” Jennie replied.

“Thank goodness.” Flynn sighed in relief. Then, with a puzzled look, he asked, “Why did you fall? I barely tugged on you.”

“Dad, it’s my shoes,” Jennie explained. “They’re not very stable, and I lost my balance.”

“That’s my fault. I shouldn’t have pulled you. I’m just glad you’re okay.” Flynn frowned, guilt creeping onto his face. “Come on, let’s leave. We can’t get in anyway. I’ll take you shopping instead.”

As Flynn began walking, Jennie hesitated, her expression conflicted.

“Dad,” she said hesitantly, “it feels like such a waste to leave. Why don’t we try speaking to the shopkeeper? If they know we’re from the Vallgren family, they might let us in.”

Flynn stopped and shook his head. “Absolutely not.”

It was beneath them to ask for favors from other people.

“But Dad,” Jennie protested.

“Let’s go,” Flynn insisted.

further. She followed Flynn reluctantly,

a sleek luxury car pulled up. Jennie stopped in her tracks, curiosity

sweater and slim–fit jeans. Despite her simple outfit, the girl exuded elegance, her movements poised

without effort. She looked

someone’s gaze on her and turned, locking eyes

composed herself, offering

indifferently and resumed walking, June following

be careful,” June said

expression serious. “I appreciate your concern, but don’t let it show. We can’t afford to let anyone notice

chill running down her spine. Tiffany’s words were a sharp reminder that any visible weakness could become a target for

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calmly, stepping onto

continued toward the entrance, but a voice

politely. “Are you here for the Treasure Appraisal Conference? My

didn’t respond right away. Her expression remained

tone

taken aback.

looked down at Jennie. “I’ve already said no. Do I need

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with tears. She stammered out an apology, her voice trembling. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to offend you. I’m sorry.

expression drew attention, and a nearby guest, a rich young man,

Is this how the Kelley family treats people? You act like you own Treasure Tower. You don’t have

remained unfazed. Her calm gaze swept over him as if he wasn’t worth

“Mr. Murray, it’s amusing to hear you talk about

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