Chapter 57

As Celine entered the room, no one bothered to acknowledge her presence. She quietly stood at the side, feeling completely out of place amid the lively atmosphere.

Lucy finally spoke up. “Celine, you’re back.”

with that, all eyes turned toward Celine in unison.

The smile on Sonia’s face instantly disappeared and was replaced by a look of disdain. “What are you doing here, Celine?”

Lucy chuckled awkwardly. “Mom, since it’s your birthday today, I thought it was only right to have Celine come.”

Sonia looked displeased. “I didn’t ask for her. Look at how outstanding Tracy and Carly are! And then there’s Celine–just a country bumpkin who doesn’t belong here. She’s nothing but a disgrace!”

Sonia disliked Celine,

up for today’s banquet. They glanced coldly at Celine, then turned

just let her stay. She’s still your granddaughter, after all. You can’t just turn her away,” Carly

day. Don’t let something so trivial ruin your mood,” Tracy added with an

“I’m truly blessed to have both of you

words, however, carried an implied meaning–she

help but

father, Aaron Tate, had built the

to university, making him the first university graduate in the family. He

Aaron passed away, none of them mourned his

today was the fruit

them all–she only favored those who brought glory to

them a cold glance. One day, she promised herself, she would

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