Chapter 288 Carrying Out Orders.

Jewel rolled her eyes dismissively, huffing. She’s just a mediocre designer. What’s so special about that? She’s only making a name for herself by riding on Nathaniel’s coattails.

Then, she turned to Christina and said, The woman who ordered your clothes last night was obviously trying to curry favor with Hadley Corporation. Who would be interested in your stuff otherwise?

Christina was no pushover and wouldn’t tolerate this impertinent young lady.

With a cold smile playing on her lips, she retorted, Let’s not forget who threw a fit backstage last night after failing to get a few dresses. I wonder who it was who hit and yelled at people?

You

Jewel’s face turned ashen, her eyes glaring at Christina as if she wanted to devour the latter whole.

Just who does this woman think she is? Does she actually believe her position as Mrs. Hadley is already secure? How dare she talk to me like this!

Noticing the imminent quarrel between the two, Julia cast a pacifying gaze at Jewel.

Jewel was seething. She was her parentstreasured child, pampered since her childhood.

Even after debuting in the entertainment industry, she was catered to by many influential figures in the industry, all because of her ties to Hadley Corporation. This was the first time she had been so humiliated.

Suddenly, a mischievous glint appeared in her eyes. I have a party later today, with all the biggest stars attending. Why don’t you come too, Christina?

Christina was suspicious of Jewel’s seemingly kind invitation. She was sure that there was some ulterior

motive.

Hence, she began to contemplate a way to decline the offer.

Seeing Christina’s silence, Jewel continued, Don’t say I didn’t look out for you. This isn’t just any party. You could hand out a few business cards and attract many customers.”

Her tone was boastful, as if she was doing Christina a huge favor.

decline when Julia intervened. “You two are of the same age, and we’re a family. It’s good

Are you still going to refuse?” Jewel’s

a hypocrite for looking all reluctant! I bet she can’t wait to attend a party full

be impolite to refuse. “All right, let me

first.

phone away as she was about to pull it out. “We’re just going out

Not petty? Does

we’ll be leaving

pulled Christina toward

Hadley, are you sure about

sipped her tea. “Relax Jewel knows her limits.

was

Christina for her

at the gate

entryway. “This is a gathering of A–list celebrities, something I wager you’d never have the chance to attend in your lifetime. What a pity that a commoner like you only gets to enjoy shabby activities as your pastime,” Jewel condescendingly

slightly, but she chose not to engage with Jewel’s

Every passerby was a familiar face, and Christina recognized

some friends. Feel free to explore.” Jewel casually tossed the words over her shoulder before sauntering off, leaving Christina

unwanted extra on a grand stage. Disinterested in partaking, she opted to sit in an unoccupied corner, waiting for Jewel’s return so she could

concealed within the mansion, surreptitiously observed

place, a

seize this opportunity to network with industry bigwigs? Hah, she’s acting

thoughts. It was her close friend, Jamie Carlson.

on her face. “See that woman over there? Get some people to have a bit

to us,” Jamie

was Jewel’s sidekick, always the one to carry

in the courtyard, Christina was contemplating a quick escape

young celebrities about her age standing behind her.

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