The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 99 Fighting for Sloane’s Banquet Spot

Chapter 99 Fighting for Sloane’s Banquet Spot

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The moment Madam Rivers left, Helen couldn’t hold back any longer. Her voice dripped with sarcasm. “You’re just a clueless country girl. You don’t know a thing about high society. Don’t embarrass us at the banquet–just let Sammy go in your place.”

Sloane looked up, her eyes gleaming with quiet sharpness. “That spot was given to me by Grandma. If you’ve got a problem with that, maybe go talk to her?”

Helen’s face flushed crimson. She opened her mouth, but no words came out.

Surprisingly, Marshall didn’t side with her. “If Madam Rivers gave you the invitation, then you should go.”

“Darling—” Helen tried again, but Adrian reached over and gently tugged at her sleeve, shaking his head. “Mom, it’s a decision from the main house. We can’t change it.”

He wasn’t too concerned–after all, for the past few years, the main house had always reserved one of the Houston family’s banquet invitations for him.

the Rivers main estate, Madam Rivers was settling things of her own. “Since Sloane’s going this year, Adrian’s invitation will

to agree, though he raised a concern. “Mother, Adrian’s now a partner at his law firm. He has wide connections and has even worked

and took a sip before speaking. “That’s exactly what I want. Let him resent it. Let all of them resent Sloane for taking his place. The more bitter they are, the

eyes lit up. “Mother, you’re

added, though her brows furrowed slightly. “What I still don’t understand is why the Houston family specifically asked for Sloane this year. She must be hiding

teacup down, expression composed. “Doesn’t matter. As long as we keep her tightly in our grasp, whatever she’s capable of will

next morning, someone from the main

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for Sloane’s Banquet

to the

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the Rivers household carrying an ornate brocade box.

respectfully presented

came rushing down the