Chapter 680:

Leah, however, was nothing more than an actress who had disappeared from the entertainment world without explanation. To Aimee, Leah wasn’t even worthy of her time, let alone addressing her so familiarly as if they were friends.

But Aimee had been raised with a strong sense of caution. Her parents had warned her not to provoke Leah, now under the protection of Andromache. If Aimee stirred trouble, it wouldn’t just be her—her entire family would bear the consequences.

Aimee exhaled, a soft, dismissive snort escaping her lips.

“Beauty fades in the blink of an eye. Relying on one’s looks to carve a path in life is hardly something to be proud of.”

Her words hung in the air, and the surrounding crowd grew still. A few uncomfortable glances were exchanged before a young woman spoke up.

“It takes two to tango. Judie might not be entirely blameless, though the method of punishment was a bit much.” The group nodded in quiet agreement.

At this, Leah couldn’t help but snicker, her eyes glinting with mockery. Just then, Paul, accompanied by Jules and Corrine, approached the group.

The crowd parted instinctively, showing deference as they greeted Jules with respect.

“Mr. Ford.”

a subtle nod, one of his hands comfortably tucked in his pocket, strolling forward with an air of ease. It was evident to everyone that his every

in the surrounding crowd. She was too focused on the thoughts that occupied her mind, her indifference palpable. With Jules at her side, she was keenly aware of the silent judgments being

a beautiful white horse stood tethered at the far end. The horse was young, its sleek coat gleaming in the

horse available for riding?” she asked, her

Akhal-Teke, imported from overseas. It was chosen for its beauty, but

say it, the implication hung in the

sensing the challenge in her eyes, leaned in and murmured,

Corrine’s lips curved slightly.

it more of

flicking

always

was a knowing glint in his eyes as

“Bring the horse over.”

an uncertain glance at the beast before shifting his

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