Chapter 221 I Can’t Help You

Marion returned the phone to the beautiful lady, her face still flushed. “Thank you, Miss..?”

“I’m Chantelle Evans,” the lady responded.

“Alright, Miss Chantelle.” Marion glanced at her, feeling awkward. Before she could say more, Chantelle was called away by a friend.

“Excuse me, Miss Marion, let’s chat next time.”

“No problem, we’ll talk next time.” After Chantelle left, Marion stood alone, feeling bored.

However, Lucas had instructed her to stay put, so she dared not move, fearing they might miss each other in the crowd.

A waiter brought a tray of colorful drinks, and she took one, sipping it casually.

The sweet and tangy taste was surprisingly enjoyable, with hints of lemon and fruit. Marion took another sip and found herself getting a bit carried away.

drink, and she

a link to purchase. But it remained just

finishing the drink, Marion looked around, but it was challenging to spot Lucas in the crowd. She idly played an imaginary piano on herself when two unfamiliar women approached her, making snide remarks.

even practicing at a

she has to work hard otherwise, she won’t

eight months into the year, and she

responded, Without your diligence, attending a party would be incomplete without stand–up

“You-!”

back her temper, while the other managed to maintain her composure. “Miss Marion, my third–grade niece needs a piano

just genuinely admiring your talent!” The compliment, coupled

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third–grader, seemed a bit

looked at the woman. “Sure, but my

not an issue. As long as you can teach my niece well, everything is negotiable!” The woman intentionally raised her voice, attracting the attention of the surrounding

onlookers and calmly said, “Sure, I did take a part–time job this month, and they pay me three million dollars per hour. I’ll give your niece a discount—four million per hour, and she must attend

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