Chapter 222

The knockoff Alea necklace that Glynnin had acquired from Edith had worked wonders indeed!

When she presented it discreetly to Ada, she had steeled herself for potential embarrassment, worried that Ada would recognize the fake and she would become a laughingstock But even if Ada discovered the truth, Glynnis had a backup plan. She’d claim shed been swindled by a so-called friend, that her knowledge of jewelry was limited and shed been easily

fooled

To her surprise, whether it was the craftsmanship of Alea’s apprentice or Ada’s lack of discernment. Ada didn’t notice the necklace was a fake. In fact, she was so thrilled that she put it on right away and refused to take it off

Finally, Ada and Glynnis officially signed the contract

With the help of Elspeth, who tirelessly sang her praises to Frederic, Glynnis even got promoted to a board member, landing a spot in the high-level meetings of the group!

That night, Elspeth and her daughter sat on the balcony, sipping their celebratory champagne ahead of time

“Once Ada’s wedding is over your father will officially hand over the hotel to you You’ve taken the first step towards success Given time. I’m sure you join the board of directors and together we can kick that scoundrel Thaddeus out!” Elspeth wrapped her arms around her daughter her eyes shining with hope 1 can’t mly on your sister anymore. My future depends on you”

“Don’t worry, Mom. Once I secure my position, il gradually whittle away Thadessus’s power. The Abernathy Group will be ours Glynnis’s eyes sparkled with ambition as she cheerfully clinked glasses with Elspeth.

Just then, the butler’s voice echoed from outside the door

“Madam, Miss Glynnis, someone has just delivered an invitation for both of you”

Elspeth and Glynnis exchanged looks and stepped out of the balcony.

“Who sent #7” Glynnis asked.

it’s from the secretary of the general manager of K Orld Hotel, Mr. Dempsey” From Evadne?

“Got it, you can go back to your duties Elspeth took the invitation and closed the door

envelope and found two invitations to a charity jewelry auction

has been quiet for a while and now suddenly she’s sent us an invitation. Could this be some sort of

a contract with you, it’s a done deal.

news, and the headline was

event is being sponsored by Ethereal

exclaimed, “This is a world renowned fashion magazinel Celebrities are dying to be featured on its cover! I can’t believe Evadne is hosting an event for Ethereal Vogue. She has

a mix of envy and admiration Her sharp nails dug into

how big she makes this event, she’s still lost. Shes just trying to save face Elspeth grumbled Since sh eye on her, make sure she doesn’t pull any trickson Ada and ruin

it would be rude not to attend. Let’s go and keep an

phone call with the editor-in-chief of Ethereal Vogue, speaking in fluent English without

workout clothes and prepared to go kayaking in

rushed downstairs and launched herself into Cassius’s arms

her dressed so tightly, her curves accentuated, Cassius frowned slightly. “Are you planning to

so I’m going to kayak in the backyard/” Evadne

fall into the

her waist lightly. “And do you know how cold it is outside? You’re

Evadne doesnt have anyone else around her, just you. Why don’t you

have been neglectful

Jason He did remind

on the couch, Evadne leaning her head against Cassius’s broad shoulder “Cassius, Ethereal Vogue’s editor-in-chief just called me to finalize the event details. Thank you for getting me such a

spell disaster for

glad

her with warm eyes, raising a hand to gently brush her cute button nose, 1 know you’ve been a bit down because Ada has been taken by the Abernathy Group. You always need something to keep you busy,

that fragile. I’ve been eating like a horse and sleeping like a baby I haven’t given that matter a second thought

bit his lip, trying to suppress his racing heart

Evadne show such a girlish side of

opportunity, he couldn’t help but drink at

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