The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 31

Hailey had heard the rumors–Owen didn’t get along with his family’s second branch. Seeing it firsthand, she realized just

how true that was.

She smiled politely at Juno, “Yes, Juno, I’m the second daughter of the Dalton family. I just recently returned home”

Hailey’s calm, respectful demeanor made it hard for Juno to say anything harsh, even if she wanted to.

At that moment, Richard walked in, carrying the gifts Hailey had brought.

Owen spoke up in his usual tone. “Hailey brought some gifts for everyone. Hope you’ll accept them.”

Richard distributed the gifts among the family, leaving only a bracelet untouched.

Even those who had been dismissive of Hailey carlier hesitated–after all, it was hard to criticize someone after accepting their generosity.

Hailey turned to Penelope, revealing the bracelet. “Mrs. Calhoun, I picked this out for you. I hope you like it.”

Penelope’s face lit up with a warm smile. “Like it? I love it! Come, put it on for me.”

Hailey smiled and fastened the bracelet for Penelope as the family murmured their approval.

For now, at least, everything seemed harmonious–whatever tensions lurked beneath the surface remained hidden behind polite smiles.

Just then, the butler approached and whispered something to Penelope. “Miss Gibbs is here,” he announced. “And the Blackwells will be arriving soon.”

Penelope nodded, her smile deepening.

The butler hurried to the entrance to greet the

guests.

A moment later, a woman in a soft pink dress stepped inside.

Jeanie Gibbs–the country’s most famous actress–was as beautiful as ever. She had a delicate face, her features soft and refined. She was tall and slender, with an air of quiet elegance.

small gift, but it was clear who she had

gaze flicked briefly to Owen before she stepped forward with a graceful smile.”Mrs. Calhoun, I’m sorry I’m late. Happy birthday–I brought you a little something. I hope you like

girl. You didn’t have

softened. “Your birthday is too important

haven’t seen Owen in

him shyly, but Owen was looking down at his phone, frowning

clearly enjoying herself. “Jeanie. This is Hailey. Owen’s girlfriend.” She smiled knowingly. “After

Her eyes crinkled with a warm, knowing smile—an unspoken promise

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jeanie’s expression froze

moment she walked in the girl

guest

man who had never let a woman dose,

paled at

her voice sharp. “And which

voice cut in. “Oh, she’s from the Dalton

gaze snapped up.

Amy Calhoun, one of Owen’s younger

quite mastered the grace expected of her, but the had certainly perfected the art of being

but still muttered,

She stood and turned to Jeanie, her voice smooth and steady, “Yes, that’s me. Halley Dalton Shee to

her suggested she had

polished charm

stiffened but she had to greet Hailey,

a brief moment, the air between them crackled.

tension could rise any further, Penelope clapped her hands. “Alright, that’s enough introductions. Let’s

at her. “Of course.

strong as ever. Besides, if you dote on me too

glanced at Owen.

and firm. “That’s right,” he said lazily. “Hailey’s

eyes. “Listen to him!

laughter–except for Jeanie, whose