Chapter 88

Jenna glared at Adler, who immediately clammed up.

*Alright, let’s put this matter to rest. Il pretend I know nothing. Is that okay? Sophie didn’t want to make things difficult for Adler and Jenna either.

Jenna nodded quickly, like a pecking chicken, and Adler’s eyes twinkled with joy.

Sophie retumed to her room and looked at the box of blue cheese rollss on the ground. After hesitating, she still sent Colby a message. [Thank you for the blue cheese rollss. I mally like them, but please don’t send them again.]

Sophie pursed her lips. Some things didn’t need to be said too plainly, and she hoped Colby, being the clever man he is, would understand her hint.

In the evening, Jenna’s new property launch was celebrated with a banquet at the Diamond Crest Hotel. Being somewhat a part of the Costello family, this event drew quite a crowd. In a stunning lake blue gown, Sophie caught everyone’s attention simply by standing there.

“Sophie!”

her in high heels, plunging into Sophie’s arms for a big bear hug. Adler, trailing behind holding her dress, nearly couldn’t keep up with Jenna’s pace. “Slow down! You’re in heels

didn’t care and exclaimed. “This property launch could make

dared

for the best. Suddenly, Sophie caught a glimpse of a familiar figure at the entrance. Nichole was wearing a white evening gown, and beside her, Burke International’s General Manager, Gattlin, was eagerly saying, “Ms. Nichole, Mr. Burke couldn’t make it today and asked me to acquaint you with the place. He’s very optimistic about this property and

overly luxurious. Its decor was understated, and she found Gartlin’s eagerness rather flattering.

upset over a report card, James hadn’t given up on her. His sending her here

her

She

her? She doesn’t deserve to be on

must have been James

was calm. After all, James doted on Nichole, and since Nichole had offended Jenna before,

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