Chapter 434

Bella chuckled in surprise, “Huh? How did you already know? So much for the surprise.”

“I saw Ivy’s post on Instagram before she boarded the plane.”

“Alright then.” Bella smiled, “I’m here on some business, plus, as you’ve heard from Crystal, Summer is quite fond of Vista Town. I’m planning to check out a few properties here, thinking about settling down.”

Her tone grew complex towards the end. It seemed like a reluctant decision after a long struggle. As if she wasn’t fond of Vista Town herself, but wanted to fulfill Summer Taylor’s wish.

I nodded, “It’s clear you adore your daughter.”

“Of course, she’s my only girl.” Mentioning this softened Bella’s voice, “For her, I’m willing to do anything.”

I smiled warmly, “A mother’s strength, you’re truly a wonderful mom. So, you’ll be staying in Vista Town for a while then?”

“If all goes as planned, yes. Why do you ask?”

“The gown is being tailored as we speak. It should be ready for fitting in about a week. If there’s anything you’re not satisfied with, we’ll still have time to make adjustments.”

If I remember correctly, Bella is attending a red carpet event for a prestigious film award this month. She’s attending as a judge.

“Sounds good.” Bella agreed with a smile, then added, “I called you today for another reason.”

slightly puzzled,

cut straight to the chase, “There’s a gala tomorrow night, attended by many big names, both on–screen and behind

“Are you

reputation abroad is solid, with many international celebrities seeking

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all turned away by my mentor. He argued that allowing me

were complete, the choice would be mine. Like

“What do you say, join me at

yes. But, I hesitated, “Wouldn’t that

at all.” Bella dismissed with a smile, “Jane, I’ll be in Vista Town often. If you need help

touched, responding with

Bella chuckled, “I’ve sent the gala details to your phone. Meet at the

“Sure!”

years, Bella often appeared this way. But lately, Ivy rarely saw her like this, “What’s wrong? You seem to like

just too happy, I guess. I find myself wanting to

easy.” Ivy laughed, “You once said she struck a chord with you. By my account, it’s

heart. Seemingly easy–going with everyone, yet very few genuinely mattered to her over the past decades. And yet, with Jane, it was peculiarly different.

a few times.

eyebrow, “More than striking a

been with her from obscurity to

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