Return Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks by Caspian Wood

Chapter 492

Just when everyone thought the matter was over, Cherise spoke slowly and calmly. "Who said it's settled? Being criticized so much and then letting it go wouldn't be fair to us, would it?"

Lucia felt awkward. "But... Ms. Jarrett, who brought you here, didn't say anything. Why are you still holding on to this?"

"Who's really holding onto this? Cherise's expression suddenly darkened, her tone serious as she addressed her.

Stella, noticing the sudden shift in atmosphere, stepped forward. "Cherise, right? I wasn't sure what happened earlier in the fitting room, but if Lucia has misunderstood you, I'll apologize on her behalf. "Maybe, for Jean's sake, we can let this go. She is the wife of the diplomat from Hesperia to Clusia."

Cherise said nothing, simply staring at Stella.

Stella, for a brief moment, felt a sense of awe from the young woman standing before her.

It wasn't because of Cherise's beauty, but because of the aura she exuded.

The presence was unique, one that even someone like Stella, who had spent years moving through political circles, rarely encountered. It gave off an almost overwhelming pressure.

"She's the diplomat's wife?" Cherise said with a slightly indifferent tone.

Lucia and Stella thought that, considering Lucia's status, Cherise might back down, and they could settle this matter without

any

further conflict.

To their surprise, Cherise continued, "No wonder she's acting so high-handed. But, this is Clusia, not Hesperia. For her to be so presumptuous and pushy without understanding the full truth of the matter... "Well, I guess the Hesperian diplomats don't have the best taste when it comes to choosing their wives."

offended, shot back. "You... You're also the one being

Cherise, then directed

grown up somewhat familiar with political affairs, couldn't help but interject. "Ma'am, why are you pointing

me?

said to you, but I understand why you're

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us in because of her. So, I think you owe her an apology for your unfounded

disbelief, and Stella hesitated

thinking that Jean had used her influence to get Cherise

in Hesperia for so long that they

going on here? "Huh? Cherise, what are you doing here? Hurry up. I've been waiting

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Chapter 492

and was immediately recognized by the waitstaff. Good afternoon,

customers knew her well, as Xenia's posters were

with the beautiful young woman who had just had a confrontation with

walked straight up to Cherise and threw her arm around her

pull away. She allowed Xenia to embrace her with a playful smile. "It's nothing, just a loudmouth blocking the way," Cherise said. Everyone watching them could see the closeness

angered the wrong person, began

had already filled Xenia in

and seeing her as an idol, wasn't about to

"It doesn't matter who you are or which country's diplomat's wife you are. With that kind of behavior,