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.

such a drink, and she did not even know the brand.

was so good she considered asking Alice for a link to purchase. But it remained

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,

Marion is quite diligent, even

she has to work hard otherwise, she won’t win

into the year, and she doesn’t seem

sarcastic comments did not go unnoticed. Marion calmly responded, Without your diligence, attending a party would be incomplete

“You-!”

the other managed to maintain her composure. “Miss Marion, my third–grade niece needs a piano teacher. You must be free lately, right? How about

talent!” The compliment, coupled

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third–grader, seemed a bit

looked at the woman. “Sure, but

you can teach my niece well, everything is negotiable!” The woman

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

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