Chapter 135

The car halted at the entrance, and Monica’s parents were the first to step out.

Following them, Monica emerged.

The moment Monica stepped out of the car, Susan swiftly cast a glance at her.

Then, she felt immensely relieved about the thorough preparations she had made the night.

before.

Clearly, Monica hadn’t just thrown something on either!

Decked out in a goose–yellow dress paired with a matching headband, Monica exuded at youthful aura. The ensemble worked wonderfully to counterbalance her inherently delicate

features.

She had even added a touch of flair to her outfit, with the hem of the dress stopping right at her ankles, giving glimpses of them as she walked–a subtle yet tantalizing detail.

At the same time, Monica caught sight of the impeccably dressed Susan.

Her face immediately clouded over.

She had anticipated outshining an unprepared Susan with her meticulously planned attire, leaving her in the shadows.

To her surprise, Susan had been equally cunning, transforming herself overnight.

Moreover, Monica had had a rather rough year, and despite the makeup artist’s best efforts, a hint of fatigue was still visible on her face.

In contrast, Susan seemed to be in high spirits recently, leading a comfortable life. Her skin radiated a–healthy glow, and there was a vivacious twinkle in her eyes.

Somehow, she seemed to have outshone Monica.

Unbeknownst to the others, the two women had already engaged in a silent duel.

“Mr. and Mrs. Lynn,” Ben greeted, “this way please.”

Monica’s parents seemed to be in a good mood.

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Mr. Lynn gave Ben a friendly pat on the shoulder, saying, “You didn’t have to bother coming. to receive us personally.”

“It’s only right for the younger generation,” Ben replied.

Mr. Lynn’s smile broadened, warming up even more.

against Ben for a while. Now that Monica was back,

he looked at Ben, he found

tone, walking towards him in

as she looked at

from seeing the picture circulating online, she already thought that Ben’s looks were excessively handsome after getting his scar removed.

him in person, she almost couldn’t restrain

handsome, way too

previously enchanted her couldn’t hold a candle to

why would she ever divorce him? Why pursue something called

the embont of

and

Ben was confused.

her infatuation, she hurried over and

turning a

lead everyone inside first he suggested, with Susan by his side.

shall we?”

intertwined hands, her lips pressed tightly together for a moment before

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said, “Yes, let’s listen to Edie.”

a sharp twist on his

a glance. “We are grown–ups now, maybe drop the childhood nickname,” he

Monica’s face. “Why? We grew up together, and I’ve always called you that. Even after we

covered her mouth, shooting at somewhat annoyed look at Susan. “I’m sorry, Mrs. Landor. Should I not have brought that up? If it really bothers

reach her eyes. “Yes, I am quite bothered by it. It would be wonderful if

Monica was speechless.

Susan get to

help but cast a pitiful glance

way she elongated the ending

too,” he chimed in immediately.

speechless

somewhat perplexed looks at their daughter’s

always been quite averse to Ben.

Pair un the

two you

to forcefully with Monica wearing an unhappy expression

they had let go of their stubborn insistence. As long as Monica

why had Monica suddenly become close to

their daughter was such a fanatic for handsome faces.

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atmosphere was getting a bit awkward.

over. “Monica, we’re all adults here. The childhood nicknames sound a bit inappropriate now. You two are from the same generation, so calling each other by first names would be more

siding with her.

was on the verge of tears,

kept throwing his way and led the Lynn

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