Chapter 599

Abby couldn't help blurting out, "Wait, Aurora has close girlfriends?"

Neville arched an eyebrow. "Why wouldn't she? Her friends are all daughters of prominent families-just as beautiful and talented as she is."

Abby looked surprised. "Really? I always thought someone like Aurora-the socialite everyone talks about—would never befriend anyone who might outshine her."

Candida frowned, puzzled. "But why not?"

Abby explained, "People naturally compare themselves to others. The star always needs a few supporting actors, right? Especially someone who cares so much about status-if her friends are more outstanding than she is, she'd lose her crown as the queen bee."

Neville laughed. "You're not wrong. Plenty of privileged girls surround themselves with less impressive friends to make themselves look better. But Aurora isn't like that. Do you know why?"

Stella spoke up before anyone else could answer. "Because she's genuinely confident."

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