Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

Chapter 229

Angela lowered her head, feeling curious about what kind of person Mia was.

As they approached the Jewell residence, they heard people giving their congratulations in the distance. When they reached the entrance, there was a large crowd of guests. It appeared that many people were more curious than she

was.

"Did you know that the fiancée is a horse trainer who has recently launched an equestrian club?"

"Really? The Jewell family is regarded as a prestigious family. How could a Jewell marry someone like her?"

"Could it be that they're getting engaged because she's already pregnant? So the family has no choice but to accept her?"

Occasionally, a few speculative voices emerged from the crowd. Though they weren't particularly loud, Angela could hear them distinctly.

In the banquet hall, many guests chatted in groups. With only a few friends in that social circle, Angela felt fine being alone. She quietly nibbled on snacks away from the crowd, planning to leave early.

approached. "Angela, is that really you? It's been

delicious piece of dessert, a sudden voice startled her. She looked up to see someone who looked

flicker of recognition as if she had encountered this woman previously. Suddenly, it all clicked. With a hint of uncertainty, she

together, you took the prize for first place. I'd hoped to learn

evening gown. The fishtail skirt accentuated her graceful silhouette. Anyone who laid eyes on her

are you

shrugged. "No one wants to

completely devoted to Dexter in recent years, and her timid nature had led the other women to overlook her and avoid

simply smiled. "I see. Then let's hang

Angela found it amusing.

event, Zayn and Mia, walked

exclaimed as she

eyes sparkling with excitement. Mia looked attractive in

denying he had excellent taste. Angela wasn't surprised a woman as stunning as Mia had