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

Chapter 523

Chapter 523

Stella gave Lydia a reassuring smile, nodded, and left the room.

However, as soon as the door closed, Lydia's expression changed dramatically.

The smile vanished, replaced by a face full of storm clouds.

Lydia got up, walked over to the window, and lifted a corner of the curtain to look down at the lively, laughing crowd below. Her eyes were filled with frustration and bitterness. After a moment, Lydia lowered the curtain and turned around.

At the exact moment she dropped the curtain, Cherise, who was sitting downstairs, happened to glance up and squint in the direction of the window.

Stella had already returned to the yard, walking up to Cora and linking her arm with hers.

"What's going on? Lydia's not coming down?" Cora asked Stella as she noticed her.

"She's staying in her room to rest," Stella replied quietly, trying to keep her voice low.

Cora snorted. "The Simpson family's nothing special. I don't like them. Rich but powerless, a business family like that won't amount to much. It's about time Lydia learned a lesson." Stella pursed her lips but didn't say anything. She simply picked up her champagne glass and clinked it with another guest

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Cherise and the others, however, weren't bothered by what had just happened. They continued chatting and laughing, eating and drinking as usual.

Especially with Mary and Giselle so passionate about discussing Truman and Jean's relationship, though neither of them had fully explained the situation yet.

The two were speaking with such enthusiasm. It was as though they were already planning where their kids would go to preschool.

Half an hour later, Truman arrived, looking slightly out of breath.

"You're just getting here? Didn't I remind you last night?" Giselle stood up when she saw Truman and smacked his arm. "Mom, there are too many people here. Be mindful of your image. I have some dignity to maintain," Truman said. Giselle suddenly remembered. "Oh, right! I forgot. I thought we were just at home.

"By the way, you've been dating and kept it from me? Oh, well, I have to admit that your girlfriend is absolutely incredible!" Mary, seeing this, stood up. "Mr. Simpson, right? Hey, it's nice to finally meet you in person. Can I ask you for those stars' autographs? Since you are Jean's boyfriend now, we should hang out a lot.

"Actually, I've been watching a few series lately. We should add each other on WhatsApp so we can stay in touch." Morris had already told Truman about the situation, and now he felt a bit embarrassed. He scratched the back of his head and glanced at Jean, giving her a small nod to apologize. He hadn't expected everything to unfold the way it did.

'How am I going to smooth this over later? Such a mess,' Truman thought.

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Jean, noticing the nod, felt her entire body burn with heat. Her food seemed to boil from head to toe.

Before her face could fully turn red, she quickly glanced toward the bathroom, stood up, and rushed in that direction.

Xenia, watching Jean leave in a hurry, muttered to herself, "She's not actually shy, is she?"

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In the bathroom, Jean stood in front of the mirror, splashing water on her face, trying to get rid of the redness. "What's going on? Why is it getting worse?" she mumbled to herself. "Ugh, whatever. I have to hurry back, or they will get concerned." She opened the door and was startled when she saw Lydia standing in the doorway.

"Oh my God, you scared me! Lydia, what are you doing here? Standing this close? You're here for the bathroom, right? I'll step out so you can go in," said Jean.

blocking the door, staring directly at Jean

couple of steps

Jean finally managed to ask, "What do you want? You don't look like you're here for the bathroom. Wait... I know... You're here

like Mr. Simpson, and you think I'm taking him away from you. From the way you acted at Ebb & Flow and just now, questioning us in front of everyone, it's obvious you're practically obsessed with him,

out a mocking laugh. "As expected of Ms. Jarrett, pretty smart, and

"You know I'm from the Jarrett family? Then move out of

casually shutting the door behind her and locking

I'll have people come over to watch. And once I get out of here, you'll regret it." Lydia smirked. "The Walton family's construction quality isn't that bad. You're dreaming if you think anyone will hear you shout. And don't think just because you're from the Jarrett family that you're something special. "Your uncle may be in power, but he won't go to war with the Walton family for you. In Clusia, my dad's influence is significant. People still rely on my father and grandfather for many things around here." Jean pointed at her. "You're too arrogant. I didn't expect you to be so vicious over a man.

know what you're doing, but

step forward, intending

shoving her back with enough force to

pulled a bottle of some unclear liquid from her

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You really don't know your place. Hey, if I throw this stuff in your face, do you think Truman will still like

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who was rude. She

sick. Your mind is completely twisted." As Jean said this, Lydia took another step toward

the yard, Giselle asked, noticing she was

bathroom. "She went to the bathroom a little

chatting with Morris, only then heard

of caution

Cherise stood

up

"Who

servant, clearly intimidated, stammered out. "I-it's

this, Cherise's heart dropped. She quickly realized something was bad and rushed

the Fresburg

out that I'm the youngest here, so even if I

an old saying in Clusia, "A person's integrity reflects their ability."

just wait and

the Fresburg contestant looked a bit irritated

Cherise, what about you? What are your thoughts on your student

is good, but too much confidence is arrogance. Don't end

of eyes

Clusia found this very

from Fresburg didn't see it that way; they exchanged a knowing glance, full

the host's announcement, the finals

stage. This round required the mentors' assistance, but they

staff

the patient looked unwell, with a pale complexion, a face covered in acne, dark lips, and a lifeless appearance sitting

please have the

forward for

-up

observation."

the observation, they can have

make the most of it," Qin urged

contestants stood and moved forward for a

up

and they

mentors.

a nod and

the other hand, was chatting

many in the

happening? Why aren't Cherise and Hank talking? Even a little conversation