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.

blue, a stunning figure approached. "Angela, is

voice startled her. She looked up to see someone who looked both familiar and yet strangely

flicker of recognition as if she had encountered this woman previously.

for first place. I'd hoped to learn more from you, but I didn't expect you'd be

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

"Why are you sitting here

shrugged. "No one wants

to Dexter in recent years, and her timid nature had led the

"I see. Then let's

Angela found it amusing.

then, the main focus of the event, Zayn and Mia,

exclaimed as she grasped Angela's hand, urging

with excitement. Mia looked attractive in the photo, but in real life, she was even more

there was no denying he had excellent taste. Angela wasn't surprised a woman