Selena purposely said frustratedly, “I should honestly get my parents to tell Uncle Garrett and the others off. How could they do this to you?”

“Thanks, Selena.” Ellen felt revolted in her heart. She knew for a fact that Selena was putting on an act, yet she was forced to play along with her. What she was experiencing now was utterly discomforting for her.

“President Presgrave, have some tea.” Selena stood up and took the teapot to fill Jared’s teacup. “Thank you,” he replied in a low voice.

Compared to Selena, Ellen was naturally not as adept at interacting with others. After Selena took a seat, she lifted her cup. “President Presgrave, I’d like to propose a toast.”

He lifted his teacup slightly to toast her. Instantly, she beamed widely and took over the role of the host instead. “President Presgrave, I’m so impressed by your achievements. You’re tasked to run such a major company at a young age. You must be outstanding!”

Meanwhile, Ellen sat by the side and remained silent. She secretly felt dejected and resigned. Before she knew it, she accidentally choked on her tea while out of focus.

on the back quite roughly. Though she appeared to be gentle, she exerted huge force on Ellen. “Are you

to look at

him before turning to Selena and noticing

Selena was the one who practically dominated the conversation as she came up with various topics to chat

to Selena’s impressive upbringing, Ellen’s upbringing was

did not enjoy the conversation with Selena, he did not reveal the slightest hint of displeasure. He merely

of the two, On the contrary, she was annoyed that dinner

followed her

brim,” Ellen replied with

put down her fork and parroted. “I’m stuffed

bill, then.” After Ellen said that, she grabbed her bag and got up. Yet,

beamed widely. She was slightly

can do that next time.” He rose to

that point, Selena turned to shoot a jealous look at Ellen. What? President Presgrave

foot the bill beforehand next time,” Ellen instructed with a smile, “Sure. Let’s go. I’ll send you

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