Chapter 1047:

Dolores thought that she had misheard something.

Concern creased Dustin’s brow as an ominous feeling settled over him. Fixing Dolores with a subtle smile, Hester spoke with deliberate precision. “Your dear friend Linsey has quite the reputation as a fashion designer. Being so close to someone with such refined taste, you must possess excellent judgment yourself. Perfect for helping Joanne select jewelry.”

She then shifted to another topic. “Dustin’s birthday approaches, and we’re planning an elegant dinner party. Joanne will accompany him as his date and must look absolutely stunning.”

This news wasn’t new to Dolores, yet hearing it repeated did nothing to lessen the ache piercing her heart.

Before she could voice any refusal, Joanne stepped forward with apparent intimacy, linking their arms and guiding her toward a display counter.

this necklace look to you?” After posing the question, Joanne seemed to recall something and retrieved her phone, displaying a photo for Dolores. “Here’s the evening gown I’ll be

faint ringing began in Dolores’ ears, coming in waves

the phone screen in Joanne’s

evening gown gleamed with opulence,

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silk fabric seemed to mock Dolores, its shine

in Dolores; what she truly envied was how effortlessly Joanne had won Hester’s favor. With a proper family background, her own relationship with

voice came out rough and strained as she tried desperately to decline

look of genuine disappointment. “You’re not? That’s strange. Someone who is acquainted with Linsey should naturally

hand flew to Joanne’s mouth as she feigned regret. “Oh, I’m so sorry, Dolores. I didn’t mean it

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