Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0249

The music in the hall persisted relentlessly, but everyone present was frozen in place

Jasmine's face was half swollen, and the other half was as pale as a ghost

Her Ragile body nearly collapsed to the round, but someone quickly hes her eyes were empty and devoid of life

"beard Mr. Hawk dumped her How dare she treat his precious darting like

"Can anyone contact Mr. Hawk? Ms Copper rarely graces us with her presence. We can't let her be bullied!"

Amidst the mocking voices, Jasmine's tear filled eyes never left me. Her olistering tears under the lights made her appear even more pitiful.

Once the Jones family was at its peak in Radiant City, and after marrying into the Hawk family, I was the center of attention wherever I went

Even though our family had fallen on hard times, that didn't mean just anyone could step on me. It I didn't seize this opportunity to establish my authority, their disrespect toward me would only worsen. What a bunch lackeys riding on their master's coattails! I deliberately gave them a stern look, and they immediately fell silent, afraid

to meet my gaze

Some, embarrassed at being cowed by just a look from me, instantly turned to offer help to Jasmine and expressed their interest to be on her side

With that, she became smug and said, "Ms. Jones, you know my background I've always felt insecure around Nick, thinking we were from different worlds.

"But today, I realize there must be a reason he keeps me by his side. He wouldn't like someone as flashy as you, let's just forget about today I won't mention it to him since I don't want to trouble him" Everyone then praised her for being so gracious and understanding.

I smiled. She thought invoking Nicholas would scare me. I once played the gracious role too. I treated Claudia like a little sister for four years

for his sake anymore. Without hesitation, I slapped her again. If he truly cared about her,

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off, I finally felt some relief from the frustration that had built

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shook it lightly. We exchanged a few pleasantries before getting to the

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spot? Do you think I don't know who's backing Jassy Associates? 'Td love to be friends with you, but this request might be

indeed. Nicholas is offering them salaries that Jay Caldwell & Co. can't currently match. So

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signaling

Since I wasn't fond of these social occasions, I quietly

expect to hear Jasmine crying on the

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