Kelly was awfully pleased.

But on the surface, she maintained a facade of humility. “Oh, you flatter me,” she exclaimed. “I’m just here to show my support.”

“Mdm. Green, you delightful creature.” The ladies were still praising her.

Sasha toyed with the idea of spilling the champagne on her tray onto Kelly. And while she changed out of her soiled dress, Sasha would steal her phone.

 

Before she could carry out her plan, the butler emerged from the villa.

“Madam, Mr. Frederick says it’s almost time. I’m here to escort you to see the young lady.”

“Very well, I will go now.” Mrs. Sanders went promptly.

Without her, the ladies who remained were scarcely worth Kelly’s time. After excusing herself, she headed towards the second floor and disappeared behind a door. Sasha tailed her cautiously.

“How did it go? Did she agree to lend you the money?”

Sasha froze in surprise. It was the voice of Xandra. She is here too!

 

“No, not yet,” Kelly replied. “There are many guests today; it’s not a good time. Perhaps later tonight.”

She sounded impatient. Sasha heard the clink of glass as she poured herself tea.

she refuse to?” she asked nervously. “I’m telling you, I’ve posted the rumor online hours ago. If Sebastian finds out, he will not forgive

was

blank with shock

It’s really them!

why? How did they know about this? Who

what did they have

was furious, not daring to believe that her theory actually

do these

me, it means

What about now?

are they planning

care about ruining a

felt trapped. She made up her mind. Even if she were to die, she would not allow

had a chance

later, Kelly reappeared downstairs in search of Mrs. Sanders. Sasha slipped back upstairs to Xandra’s

opened the

come in? I already told you, I don’t need anything.

veil over her face. At the sight of the

this maid

a sound or showed any indication that she was upset. She

She stumbled backward as Sasha approached

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