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.

quite roughly. Though she appeared

look at Ellen with

to Selena and noticing the smug smile on her face that was

dinner, Selena was the one who practically dominated the conversation as she came up with various topics to chat about with Jared. She showed

Compared to Selena’s

enjoy the conversation with Selena, he did not reveal the

actions had triggered the displeasure of the

put down her utensils, Jared followed her action and asked, “How was dinner? Are

to the brim,” Ellen replied

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

foot the bill, then.” After Ellen said that, she grabbed her bag and got up. Yet, she was told upon arriving at the counter that the bill

dining table. At that instance, Jared had his eyes on her and beamed widely. She was slightly

do that next time.” He

look at Ellen. What?

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

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