The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 256

Thanks to Dick's connections, Aline quickly found herself welcomed into the exclusive circle of wealthy socialites. Her days blurred together in a haze of shopping sprees and leisurely strolls with her newfound friends, all wives of the city's elite. It was a life of pure indulgence, and she was reveling in every minute of it.

Jeanette wasn't faring any worse. Dick was unbelievably generous with her; whatever caught her eye, he'd buy it for her without a second thought. Since returning home, Dick's fortune had skyrocketed-his influence and resources seemed almost limitless now.

After being expelled from Primus Academy, Jeanette hadn't been out for more than a few days before Dick pulled some strings and had her quietly readmitted. But this time, instead of slinking back with her head down, she returned to Primus decked out head to toe in designer labels, looking more dazzling than ever. That morning, she had even picked out the most expensive car in Dick's garage to drop her off at school.

The moment Jeanette's car pulled up at the gates of Primus Academy, the place erupted in whispers.

"Holy crap, isn't that Jeanette? Wasn't she expelled? How is she back?"

"Dude, have you noticed she looks... different somehow?"

"She's dressed way fancier, right?"

kind of entrance,

her mom moved into the piano king Dick's private mansion a few nights

a new backer. No wonder she's living the dream

the group gossiped, Jeanette strode right up to them and slapped the ringleader hard

the right to hit me?" Nicola stared

down, her voice slow and deliberate. "Nicola, I heard your family is in the middle of a business deal with Mr. Glenwood.

"Jeanette, I'm sorry-I was wrong before, okay? Can you forgive

yanked her hand away in disgust. "Friends? Please. I don't associate

you're

Jeanette marched into the building. The girls who used to be close with Nicola exchanged nervous glances, then hurried after Jeanette, eager to stay in her good

into Clifford in

enrolled because Sawyer had pleaded with Lanny, promising to